The US House of Representatives recently voted to reauthorize a controversial electronic surveillance program targeting foreigners, known as the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). The vote, which was a bipartisan decision of 273-147, has sparked debate over the balance between national security and privacy concerns. One of the most contentious parts of the program is
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Recently, a report conducted by researchers at UCL highlighted the alarming presence of bias in artificial intelligence tools, particularly in Large Language Models (LLMs). These AI tools, like GPT-3.5, GPT-2, and Llama 2, were found to perpetuate discriminatory stereotypes against women and individuals from diverse cultures and sexual orientations. The study, commissioned by UNESCO, revealed
In a groundbreaking development, a team of computer scientists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has introduced a revolutionary AI framework known as DISCount. This framework aims to tackle the challenges of detecting damaged buildings in crisis zones and accurately estimating the size of bird flocks, utilizing the speed and data-crunching power of artificial intelligence
The intersection of quantum computing and machine learning presents a realm of possibilities that have yet to be fully explored. The potential applications of this fusion could revolutionize various industries and fields. The research conducted by Ph.D. candidate Casper Gyurik delves into the synergy between quantum computing and machine learning to unlock new insights and
President Yoon Suk Yeol announced that South Korea is planning to invest nearly $7 billion in artificial intelligence by 2027 with the goal of establishing itself as a global leader in cutting-edge semiconductors. This initiative is driven by the country’s desire to take the lead in AI chips, building on its existing strengths as the
Elon Musk, the owner of X, formerly known as Twitter, found himself in hot water after criticizing a Brazilian Supreme Court judge, Alexandre de Moraes, for blocking social media accounts suspected of spreading disinformation. The judge accused Musk of “criminal instrumentalization” of the platform and ordered an investigation into the mogul’s actions. Moraes threatened Musk
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been both praised and criticized for its potential impact on climate change. On one hand, AI requires significant amounts of computing power and data storage, leading to a higher carbon footprint due to energy consumption and emissions from hardware production. For example, the largest AI training processes have shown exponential growth
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is facing a significant legal battle with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) involving the acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The FTC alleges that these acquisitions have stifled competition in the social media market, prompting Meta to defend its position. In a recent motion, Meta requested a federal judge to dismiss
The advancements in robotics have opened up a world of possibilities for integrating robots into various environments to assist humans in performing tasks efficiently. While robotic systems have traditionally been used indoors for tasks like warehouse management and customer service, a new frontier is emerging that involves utilizing robots in outdoor environments. However, outdoor environments
In a groundbreaking development, a team of Korean researchers led by Professor Shinhyun Choi has introduced a new memory device with the potential to revolutionize existing memory technologies. This innovative device is not only cost-effective but also boasts ultra-low power consumption, making it a promising candidate for future artificial intelligence hardware. The existing phase change