Governments worldwide, especially in wealthier nations, are falling behind on commitments to the Paris Agreement, the landmark 2015 climate accord signed by 195 countries and the European Union. With carbon dioxide emissions continuing to rise, many have pinned their hopes on technological…
Starbucks has been compelled to process barista schedules and payments manually after a ransomware attack on Blue Yonder, a third-party software provider used by the coffee giant. This disruption is part of a broader cyber incident affecting several multinational corporations and underscores…
Recent advances in artificial intelligence have showcased impressive capabilities in solving mathematical problems, with AI systems reaching olympiad-level proficiency in geometry and even developing original proof strategies. Despite these breakthroughs, a new benchmark, FrontierMath, has revealed significant gaps in AI’s abilities when…
Humanity’s quest for sustainable energy has long been inspired by the Sun’s immense power. While harnessing sunlight through solar technology has advanced significantly, replicating the Sun’s energy process through nuclear fusion remains a tantalizing goal. Central to this effort are tokamaks, devices…
Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House brings a renewed focus on artificial intelligence (AI), one of the most transformative technologies of our time. His administration is expected to prioritize AI development while slashing regulations perceived to hinder innovation. Central to…
A new online game called Oasis is making waves in the gaming community by introducing a groundbreaking concept: a world entirely generated by artificial intelligence. Drawing inspiration from Minecraft, the game offers a similar experience where players can explore a 3D environment,…
Animal testing has been a contentious practice, weighing scientific progress against profound ethical dilemmas. Each year, countless animals endure harmful experiments to test the safety and efficacy of drugs, chemicals, and even cosmetics. While historically seen as a necessary measure, advancements in…
Banks in the United States and Canada are facing a ten-fold increase in digital scams this year, signaling a growing challenge in protecting customers. Cybersecurity firm BioCatch, which analyzed data from 170 financial institutions, attributes the rise to the increasing use of…
This holiday season, one of the hottest gifts is also one of the largest: XXL TVs, boasting screens 97 inches or more. These super-sized televisions are flying off shelves as consumers seek major upgrades to their home entertainment, drawn in by falling…
A mother in Florida has recently filed a lawsuit against Character.AI, an AI chatbot platform, claiming it played a role in the tragic death of her 14-year-old son, Sewell Setzer III. According to Megan Garcia, her son was messaging with a chatbot…