Artificial intelligence researchers recently faced backlash when it was revealed that a dataset used for training AI image-generator tools contained over 2,000 web links to suspected child sexual abuse imagery. This revelation sparked concerns about the potential consequences of using such tainted datasets to create AI models that can easily produce photorealistic deepfakes depicting children.
Brazil’s telecommunications regulator made a significant move by suspending access to Elon Musk’s X social network in the country due to a court order. The judge involved in this decision has been engaged in a lengthy feud with the billionaire investor, resulting in the suspension of the popular social media platform for failing to comply
Dell recently reported its quarterly results, showing strong revenue growth and beating Wall Street expectations. The company achieved a revenue of $25.03 billion, surpassing the expected $24.53 billion mark. This robust performance was driven by an 80% increase in server sales, showcasing Dell’s strength in the market. Dell’s net income saw a substantial 85% increase
Canadian startup Cohere recently unveiled significant upgrades to its Command R series of large language models (LLMs), with a focus on improving performance in coding, math, reasoning, and latency for its enterprise clients. These enhancements aim to address key pain points for corporate users, such as complex coding tasks and mathematical capabilities. According to Aidan
The use of virtual and augmented reality (VR and AR) has been a topic of interest in recent studies conducted by researchers at the University of Toronto. These technologies have been found to have a temporary influence on people’s perception and interaction with the real world, which may have implications for various industries that utilize
Recent research conducted by the National University of Singapore (NUS) has delved into the realm of higher-order topological (HOT) lattices using digital quantum computers. This study represents a significant advancement in the understanding of quantum materials and their potential applications in various technologies. The study of topological states of matter, including HOT lattices, has garnered
One time, I had the misfortune of winning a board game from Nickelodeon. Well, I use the term “winning” loosely. In reality, I had a rather unpleasant experience that led to me receiving a copy of The Game of Life. The entire ordeal involved getting disconnected while on a competition line, followed by a loud
WhatsApp for Android is currently working on a new privacy-related feature that will allow users to manage the syncing of their contacts. This feature will add extra functionality to the multi-account feature, enabling users to use two WhatsApp accounts on the same device without the need for parallel apps. The new contact syncing feature will
In a groundbreaking discovery, a collaborative research team has identified multiple Majorana zero modes (MZMs) within a single vortex of the superconducting topological crystalline insulator SnTe. This discovery, published in the prestigious journal Nature, represents a significant step forward in the field of quantum computing and offers a promising pathway to the realization of fault-tolerant
Jack King-Spooner’s upcoming game Judero promises to be another unique and inventive creation from the developer. Unlike traditional video games, Judero casts players as a “pagan seer” armed with a big stick, on a quest to vanquish evil creatures in the mythical Scottish borderlands. This departure from the norm is refreshing and adds a layer