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Efficient Logistic Regression Training in C#

Author developed a logistic regression model in C#, using batch training & weight decay for predicting gender based on various factors. The model achieved 75% accuracy on test data, showcasing the power of batch training in enhancing prediction models.

ISP Malware Attack: Customer Credentials Compromised

Chinese hackers exploit zero-day in Versa Director to infect US ISPs with credential-stealing malware, gaining admin control and compromising customers. Black Lotus Labs reveals ongoing attacks using custom web shell 'VersaMem' to capture credentials before hashing.

Precise Robocrop: Harvesting Only Ripe Raspberries

Fieldworker robot, aka Robocrop, to revolutionize raspberry picking in UK, Australia, and Portugal with AI-powered efficiency and accuracy. Developers claim new version can detect ripe berries more accurately and pick faster due to improved grippers.

Revolutionizing Sales with AI on Amazon Bedrock

AWS is using generative AI to transform seller and customer journeys, automating tasks and providing personalized content. The GenAI Account Summaries saw a 4.9% increase in opportunity value, showcasing the power of AI in improving customer engagement and driving efficiency.

The Emotionally Charged Workforce

Dutch supermarket Jumbo introduces chat lanes to combat loneliness. Sociologist warns of losing human connections in pursuit of efficiency and profit, advocating for more relational jobs in the "feeling economies".

Mastering Risk: Unleashing LLM Strategic Capabilities

Large language models from Anthropic, OpenAI, and Meta showcase distinct strategic behaviors in a simulated Risk environment, with Claude Sonnet 3.5 edging out a narrow lead. The ability of LLMs to think and act strategically is crucial as we integrate them into our daily lives, raising important questions about their strategic capabilities and future developments.

Black Box: The Collision Podcast

Guardian journalist Michael Safi revisits the world of artificial intelligence, uncovering its dangers and promises for society in the Black Box series. A mysterious encounter with Noah leaves Hannah with life-changing experiences and lingering concerns about the impact of AI.

AI Tools in UK Government: Racist and Biased?

Government to publish central government AI algorithms on public register after concerns over bias and racism. Tools used for detecting sham marriages and benefit fraud under scrutiny by transparency campaigners.