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UK MPs Push for Regulation of Powerful AI Systems

Over 100 UK parliamentarians push for regulations on powerful AI to safeguard national security amid concerns of industry influence. Former AI minister and defence secretary join cross-party group demanding stricter controls on superintelligent AI development.

Revolutionizing Warehouse Work: Robotic Lifting Solutions

Pickle Robot Company's one-armed robots autonomously unload trailers, aiming to reduce warehouse injuries and improve efficiency. Founders Meyer and Eisenstein transitioned from consulting to robotics, using AI and machine learning to revolutionize supply chain automation.

NY Times vs AI Startup: Copyright Battle

The New York Times sues Perplexity AI for copyright infringement and trademark violations, accusing the AI startup of distributing journalists' work without permission. Perplexity AI's generative AI products allegedly create fabricated content falsely attributed to the newspaper.

AI Deepfake Doctors: Spreading Health Misinformation

AI-generated deepfake videos of doctors are used to promote unproven supplements on TikTok and other platforms, spreading health misinformation. Full Fact uncovered hundreds of videos directing viewers to Wellness Nest, a US-based supplements company.

AI Bubble Bursting?

Fears arise over AI bubble bursting with tech giants like Alphabet, Amazon, and Microsoft heavily invested. What will happen if the magnificent seven companies' AI investments collapse?

AI and Robotics Bring Objects to Life at MIT

MIT researchers have developed a speech-to-reality system allowing a robotic arm to create objects from spoken prompts in minutes. This innovative technology combines natural language processing, 3D generative AI, and robotic assembly to make design and manufacturing accessible to all.

Mineral Race Threatens Climate

The US earmarked billions for critical minerals for military use, diverting resources from sustainable technologies. Pentagon stockpiling minerals needed for climate tech, hindering global arms race.

Mastering Decision Tree Regression with Python

Implemented decision tree regression with Python, refactored code for readability, and created a nested Node class for better structure. Simplified parameters and eliminated recursion for a more user-friendly experience in MyDecisionTreeRegressor class.

AI Revolutionizing GP Consultations in UK

GPs in the UK increasingly rely on AI tools like ChatGPT for appointment summaries and diagnoses, despite potential risks. Lack of regulation raises concerns about safety and potential legal issues for doctors.

Unlocking the Potential of Large Language Models

MIT researchers developed a dynamic approach for large language models (LLMs) to allocate computational effort based on question difficulty, improving efficiency and accuracy. This method allows smaller LLMs to outperform larger models on complex problems, potentially reducing energy consumption and expanding applications.