Month: July 2024

Murray Shanahan delves into the complexities of consciousness in relation to large language models, emphasizing the inevitability of ascribing human-like attributes to these AI systems. He explores the concept of…

Apple’s anticipated software updates for iOS 18 and iPadOS have been delayed. A partial rollout is expected in October, and the full release is expected in the first half of…

Data centers powering AI models like ChatGPT, Claude, CoPilot, and Gemini are driving unprecedented power and water consumption increases. As demand for AI computing grows, strategies to address energy efficiency…

Google DeepMind’s AI system has nearly achieved gold medal status in the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), showcasing its advanced mathematical reasoning capabilities. This breakthrough combines AlphaProof for formal reasoning and…

Meta’s Llama 3.1, a 405 billion parameter language model, delivers performance comparable to GPT-4, pushing the boundaries of AI technology. Despite data sourcing and model refinement challenges, Meta’s innovative approach…

Trump’s allies are drafting a sweeping AI executive order to prioritize America in AI development and reduce regulations. This initiative has garnered significant support from Silicon Valley investors, marking a…

The Industrial Revolution unfolded over centuries; AI’s impact will be similarly significant but compressed into mere decades. Due to AI advancements, addressing the economic problem of scarcity could soon be…

AI has evolved from a fringe concept to a powerful technology, raising significant ethical and practical questions. Viewing AI as a new digital species helps frame its potential and challenges,…