Artificial Intelligence
The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. Breakthroughs in medical diagnosis, the detection of social manipulation, and the evolving role of algorithmic assistance in decision-making.
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Humanoid robots are not in our homes because robot bodies still lag far behind AI
Humanoid robots remain rare outside labs and pilot factory trials because their bodies are not yet ready for the messy,…
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AI as “System 0” risks reducing human autonomy in decision-making
Research from Università Cattolica suggests that AI can function as “System 0,” an external thinking process that complements human intuition…
videoMeta shows Orion, AR glasses that aim to replace the phone, but they are not ready yet
Meta has revealed Orion, a working prototype of true augmented reality glasses. The device looks like normal eyewear with transparent…
AI unveils how the brain predicts thoughts and processes information
Researchers at FAU have used AI to analyze brain activity, uncovering that spontaneous brain signals (local field potentials) help predict…
Intelligence plays a greater role than experience in computer proficiency
Cognitive abilities surpass experience in predicting computer proficiency A study from Aalto University found that cognitive abilities, especially working memory…
ChatGPT supports struggling students
A study examines how adolescents use generative AI tools like ChatGPT for schoolwork, focusing on the relationship between their use…
videoRobots equipped with AI can now independently perform repairs on other robots
Researchers from Stanford and DeepMind have developed the Aloha Unleashed project, where AI-powered robots are capable of autonomously performing complex…
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videoFourier unveils the GR-2, its next-generation humanoid robot
Fourier has just announced its new humanoid robot, the GR-2. Here are the specifications and features of the GR-1's successor, announced in late September 2024.
AI systems can now plan and write studies on their own (but human guidance is still key)
A new line of tools aims to let artificial intelligence carry out the full research cycle with little help from…
AI pioneer claims OpenCog Hyperon advanced system is already self-aware and autonomous
Ben Goertzel, founder of the Artificial Superintelligence Alliance, argues that his AGI project, OpenCog Hyperon, exhibits early signs of self-awareness.…
Worldcoin says iris codes can prove you are human with privacy, and may help basic income later
Worldcoin, the identity project backed by Sam Altman, is building a global system to prove a user is a real…
1000 autonomous AI agents build a working virtual society in Minecraft
A Californian start-up called Altera has tested whether many autonomous AI agents, software programs able to make their own decisions,…
Engineered bacterial networks solve complex computational problems
Researchers developed a novel multicellular artificial neural network architecture using engineered bacterial cells. These artificial networks can solve computational problems…