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Trump Media's $6bn Fusion Power Merger

Trump Media and Technology Group merges with TAE Technologies in a $6bn deal to combine Truth Social with AI-driven energy solutions. The link-up aims to capitalize on the AI boom and meet the rising energy demand.

Unlocking the Potential of 'Untrainable' Neural Networks

MIT CSAIL researchers found that short-term guidance can significantly enhance the performance of previously deemed "ineffective" neural networks by aligning internal representations. Unlike knowledge distillation, guidance transfers structural knowledge directly, leveraging untrained networks' architectural biases for effective learning.

UK Embracing AI for Emotional Support

AI Security Institute report reveals UK citizens frequently use general purpose AI assistants like ChatGPT & Amazon Alexa for emotional support. 1 in 10 utilize chatbots for emotional purposes weekly, with 4% using them daily, as per AISI.

Copyrighted Material AI Training Proposal Axed

Productivity Commission drops controversial proposal for tech companies to use copyrighted material for AI training. Government advised to wait 3 years before reviewing Australian copyright settings and impact of new technology.

Enhancing Large Language Models

MIT and MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab develop PaTH Attention, an adaptive encoding technique for transformers, addressing limitations in state tracking. Presented at NeurIPS, this research aims to enhance AI systems' capabilities while maintaining scalability and efficiency.

Warning: Think Twice Before Giving AI Toys to Kids

AI-powered toys like Grem are gaining popularity, but research suggests they may be more unsettling than entertaining. With over 1,500 AI toy companies in China and major players like Mattel partnering with OpenAI, these toys could soon be everywhere.

The Bleak Future of Job Hunting

Job hunting has become soul-destroying with fake ads and confusing company descriptions. Only 5% of Brits are unemployed, facing rejection and uncertainty in the job market.