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The development of artificial lighting technology at night without sunlight in the history of human civilization has gone beyond mere…Continue reading on Medium »
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From ultra-portable laptops to organizers for all your cables, the right gear makes all the differenceSign up for the Filter US newsletter, your weekly guide to buying fewer, better thingsTwo years ago, I traded the routine of a fixed desk for a rotating cast of airport gates, train stations, and cafe tables. As a freelance journalist constantly on the move, I’ve learned that the right gear doesn’t just make travel...
In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we run through the top stories of the week, including security concerns from satellites leaking sensitive data and the experiences of undeterred Cybertruck owners.
Crash that hit apps and websites around world demonstrates ‘urgent need for diversification in cloud computing’Business live – latest updatesExperts have warned of the perils of relying on a small number of companies for operating the global internet after a glitch at Amazon’s cloud computing service brought down apps and websites around the world.The affected platforms included Snapchat, Roblox, Signal and Duolingo as...
Download the pattern for Dancing Ribbons here. Yoder recommends printing the pattern on paper in between normal printer paper and cardstock in weight, making sure it folds in straight lines (not too thick), folds back and forth easily on the same line (not too thin), and is crisp enough to make a satisfying snapping noise…
Hyperkinetic shooters, gorgeous animal adventures and even a charming puzzler where you play a postie: Australia’s developers are punching above their weightGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailThere’s no escaping the fact that SXSW Sydney – Australia’s iteration of Austin’s tech, music and film event, now in its third year – is absolutely beset by brands. In Tumbalong park on Saturday, families who had arrived...
Michael Connelly says tech is moving so fast that he feared his new novel would seem ‘archaic’ before it was publishedHe is one of the most prolific writers in publishing, averaging more than a novel a year. But even Michael Connelly, the author of the bestselling Lincoln Lawyer series, feared he might fall behind when writing about AI.Connelly’s eighth novel in the series, to be released on Tuesday, centres on a...
This is today’s edition ofThe Download,our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. This retina implant lets people with vision loss do a crossword puzzle The news: Science Corporation—a competitor to Neuralink founded by the former president of Elon Musk’s brain-interface venture—has leapfrogged its rival after…
Science Corporation—a competitor to Neuralink founded by the former president of Elon Musk’s brain-interface venture—has leapfrogged its rival after acquiring, at a fire-sale price, a vision implant that’s in advanced testing,. The implant produces a form of “artificial vision” that lets some patients read text and do crosswords, according to a report published in the…
Flowers play a key role in most landscapes, from urban to rural areas. There might be dandelions poking through the cracks in the pavement, wildflowers on the highway median, or poppies covering a hillside. We might notice the time of year they bloom and connect that to our changing climate. Perhaps we are familiar with…
For all the modern marvels of cardiology, we struggle to predict who will have a heart attack. Many people never get screened at all. Now, startups like Bunkerhill Health, Nanox.AI, and HeartLung Technologies are applying AI algorithms to screen millions of CT scans for early signs of heart disease. This technology could be a breakthrough…
The Federal Trade Commission removed several blog posts in recent months about open source and potential risks to consumers from the rapid spread of commercial AI tools.
Most games want you to save the world. This stop-motion adventure wants you to hold someone’s handStop-motion adventure Out of Words was one of the most striking reveals at this year’s Summer Game Fest. While most games are built from code, Out of Words is made from clay, fabric, and glue: a love story literally crafted by hand that even caught the attention of Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima (“The biggest praise we...
Anthropic partnered with the US government to create a filter meant to block Claude from helping someone build a nuke. Experts are divided on whether its a necessary protection—or a protection at all.
Exclusive: Pictures depicting the most vulnerable and poorest people are being used in social media campaigns in the sector, driven by concerns over consent and cost AI-generated images of extreme poverty, children and sexual violence survivors are flooding stock photo sites and increasingly being used by leading health NGOs, according to global health professionals who have voiced concern over a new era of “poverty...
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WhatsApp, with its staggering 3 billion-plus users, is battling a persistent problem: spam. And now, Meta is rolling out its most direct —…Continue reading on Medium »
Just weeks after Apple dropped the new M5 MacBook Pro, the rumor mill is spinning with news of a monumental redesign that could reshape…Continue reading on Medium »
When we discuss AI ethics, we tend to focus on whether AI systems might be conscious and deserve moral consideration, or on preventing AI…Continue reading on Medium »
Alan Turing’s Imitation Game asked a radical question: Could a machine exhibit human-level intelligence in conversation?Continue reading on Medium »
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The world of freelancing is changing — rapidly. With AI tools now more accessible than ever, freelancers aren’t just surviving; they’re…Continue reading on Medium »
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Report found coroners raised concerns over suicide forums at least 65 times to three government departments since 2019Bereaved families and survivors of a pro-suicide forum have called for a public inquiry into the government’s failure to prevent harm linked to the online platform.The calls came as a report found that coroners had raised concerns regarding suicide forums at least 65 times to three government...
As an immersive Hunger Games show opens in London, producers turn to bankable franchises, with mixed resultsWhen the first ever stage adaptation of the global book and film franchise The Hunger Games opens its doors in London next week, fans paying up to 200 have been promised an “electrifying” and “immersive” experience.The show at the purpose-built 1,200 seat Troubadour in Canary Wharf, which features Hollywood...
From scrutinising sellers’ profiles and reviews to secure payments, ensure you avoid buying a fake itemWhen Maheen found a brand-new Dyson Airwrap for the bargain price of 260 on the resale website Vinted, she was thrilled. The seller’s reviews were all five-star, and she trusted in the buyer-protection policy should something go wrong.Sold new, an Airwrap costs between 400 and 480, but Maheen did not suspect anything...
We hear very large numbers in the news coming from the artificial intelligence sector. For example, it’s said that OpenAI has a $300…Continue reading on Medium »
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An upside-down mindset is emerging around the world. We have to rethink our relationship with the environment and the technology that has caused it harmGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAldous Huxley’s Brave New World describes a society inthrall to the values of science and technology. It is set in the futuristic World State, whose citizens are scientifically engineered to fit into a...
The security chief of SolarWinds reflects on the Russian hack that exposed US government agencies – and the heart attack he suffered in the aftermathTim Brown will remember 12 December 2020 for ever.It was the day the software company SolarWinds was notified it had been hacked by Russia. Continue reading...