In today’s world, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment processes is becoming increasingly common. However, a recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Washington sheds light on the detrimental effects of AI biases on disabled job seekers. The study, led by graduate student Kate Glazko, aimed to uncover how generative AI
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When it comes to energy policies, there are numerous factors at play. One of the key elements that influence people’s views on energy sources is their emotions, particularly their concerns and worries about climate change. These emotions can have a significant impact on how individuals perceive different sources of energy and can shape their support
Clearview AI, a facial recognition startup, recently settled a lawsuit in Illinois over privacy violations related to its vast collection of facial images. The settlement, which could exceed $50 million, offers plaintiffs in the federal case a stake in the company’s potential value rather than a traditional monetary payout. The agreement, which comes with an
It all began in 1993 at a Denny’s in San Jose when three engineers, Jensen Huang, Chris Malachowsky, and Curtis Priem, gathered to brainstorm about creating a computer chip that would revolutionize graphics for video games. This initial conversation and subsequent discussions led to the establishment of Nvidia. The company has now skyrocketed to immense
The recent ban by the U.S. Commerce Department on the use of Kaspersky software in the United States has brought to light significant concerns about the cybersecurity firm. The government claims that Kaspersky’s Russian ties present an “undue or unacceptable risk to U.S. national security or the safety and security.” While Kaspersky denies these allegations,
As the summer vacation season approaches, travelers are eagerly planning their getaways. However, amid the excitement of booking flights and accommodations, there is a looming threat that travelers need to be aware of – supercharged AI scams. Marnie Wilking, the Chief Information Security Officer at Booking.com, warns that generative AI has led to a surge
Ethylene (C2H4) is a compound with diverse applications, from packaging to agriculture. The conventional methods used for ethylene production, such as fossil-powered steam cracking of ethane, are energy-intensive and environmentally harmful. However, a recent study by researchers at Soochow University and University of Toronto introduced a new approach to produce ethylene sustainably. The researchers utilized
When Bae Jin-soo decided to leave his stable job at a prominent South Korean corporation to pursue his passion for storytelling through webtoons, he faced backlash from his family. In a surprising turn of events, Bae has now become a prominent figure in South Korea’s booming webtoon industry. Despite the initial skepticism, Bae taught himself
Roboticists have made strides in developing sophisticated systems, yet teaching these systems new tasks remains a challenge. A recent development from researchers at Imperial College London and the Dyson Robot Learning Lab introduces the Render and Diffuse (R&D) method, aiming to unify low-level robot actions and RGB images through virtual 3D renders. This method could
President Aleksandar Vucic of Serbia has recently expressed optimism about the country’s potential to exploit lithium reserves by 2028. This comes after new guarantees from Australian mining giant Rio Tinto and the European Union, signaling a possible revival of the controversial mining project in Jadar, western Serbia. The region is said to hold one of