Google has recently announced that it will begin removing links to California news websites from search results for certain Californians. This decision comes in response to the California Journalism Preservation Act, a bill that would require online ad companies to pay a fee for connecting state residents to news sources. Jaffer Zaidi, Google’s vice president
In a recent report conducted by UCL researchers and commissioned by UNESCO, it was revealed that popular artificial intelligence (AI) tools exhibit discriminatory behaviors towards women and individuals from diverse cultural and sexual backgrounds. The study focused on Large Language Models (LLMs), which are integral to leading generative AI platforms such as GPT-3.5, GPT-2, and
The realm of quantum physics never fails to surprise scientists with its peculiar phenomena. One such fascinating discovery is the ability of particles composed of different quarks to spontaneously transition into their antimatter counterparts and back again. This oscillation between matter and antimatter opens up a plethora of possibilities for understanding the fundamental building blocks
At a recent press dinner hosted by Box, a surprising conversation arose when CEO Aaron Levie expressed his reluctance towards government regulation on AI technologies. Levie made it clear that his main goal was to minimize government interference as much as possible. He even joked about being the one to single-handedly stop the government in
In the wake of the successful Fallout live-action show, many fans are wondering if Bethesda is considering bringing their other popular RPG series, The Elder Scrolls, to the small screen. However, according to Bethesda executive producer Todd Howard, there are currently no plans for an Elder Scrolls adaptation. In a recent interview with IGN, Howard
X’s recent decision to remove the option for users to hide their blue ticks has raised questions about the company’s Premium strategy. This move comes after X announced that all users with 2,500 verified followers would receive a free blue tick, which resulted in a significant number of prominent former Twitter users getting their checkmarks
Once a coveted symbol of legitimacy and influence on the platform, the blue checkmark on X has undergone significant changes in recent times. Originally reserved for celebrities, public figures, and accounts with a high number of followers, the blue checkmark lost some of its allure when X transitioned to a paid verification system under Elon
In a groundbreaking development, a team of computer scientists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has created an AI framework known as DISCount. This framework is designed to address two distinct challenges – the rapid detection of damaged buildings in crisis zones and the accurate estimation of bird flock sizes. By combining the power of
Dyson, a leading brand in the vacuum cleaner industry, has introduced a new feature called CleanTrace, which utilizes augmented reality sensors in smartphones to assist users in identifying missed spots while vacuuming. This innovative technology aims to improve cleaning efficiency and accuracy, but is it a groundbreaking solution or simply a gimmick to attract consumers?
Optical profilometry has long been a critical technique in various industries, from quality control to scientific research. The recent collaboration between experts from the University of Barcelona and Sensofar Tech has led to a groundbreaking development in this field. The innovative technology designed by this team allows for the quick, accurate, and non-invasive acquisition of