Artists around the world have found themselves under siege by artificial intelligence (AI) that studies their work and replicates their styles without giving them credit or compensation. The unethical nature of this issue has sparked collaborations between these artists and university researchers to find ways to protect their art. One artist, Paloma McClain, felt bothered
The recently passed Telecommunications Bill 2023 in India has raised concerns about the regulation of over-the-top (OTT) apps and services. However, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has clarified that OTT apps will not be under the ambit of the new bill. This article examines the implications of the new bill and the exclusion of OTT apps.
The rapid advancement of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is not only reshaping human life but also revolutionizing the gaming industry. Non-playable characters (NPCs), which populate virtual worlds in video games and typically rely on limited scripts, are now being targeted as one of the primary areas where AI can enhance gameplay and immersion. The recent
As the world transitions from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, such as solar power, a new challenge arises: what do we do with old or worn-out solar panels? With the increasing installation of photovoltaic panels across the United States, particularly in sunny regions like the west and south, there is a growing concern about
OpenAI, the renowned ChatGPT maker, is reportedly in talks to raise a fresh round of funding, potentially valuing the company at or above $100 billion. This significant development would solidify OpenAI’s position as one of the most valuable startups globally. While the details of the funding round are yet to be finalized, this potential milestone
Apple has recently initiated negotiations with major news and publishing organizations with the aim of obtaining permission to utilize their content in the development of generative artificial intelligence systems. These discussions involve multiyear deals that could be valued at least $50 million. Notably, these news organizations include Condé Nast, NBC News, and IAC, among others.
The threat of human-caused climate change looms large, prompting the need for revolutionary solutions to protect the environment. However, amidst this crisis, nature continues to inspire technological advancements that offer promising alternatives. Evripidis Gkanias, a researcher from the University of Edinburgh, believes that nature’s solutions, developed over billions of years, hold immense value in educating
As the chilly winds sweep across the city, Rock Paper Shotgun has decided to close up the treehouse and take a much-needed Christmas break. It’s impossible to sit comfortably in a treehouse during this time of year, after all. Surprisingly, our bosses believe January will bring warmer weather, so we will be back on January
The journey towards a low-carbon sustainable energy system is marked by several significant milestones. Beyond the symbolic firsts, such as the first hour without coal, oil, or gas generation, and the eventual retirement of all fossil fuel power plants, there is a particularly meaningful milestone on the horizon. That is the year when renewable energy
The National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) has recently made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of thermoelectrics and spintronics. Their research focused on the “anisotropic magneto-Thomson effect,” which refers to the anisotropic change in heat absorption/release proportional to an applied temperature difference and charge current. This phenomenon has long been known as the Thomson