Network Rail did not answer questions about the tests sent by WIRED, including questions about the current status of AI use, emotion detection and privacy issues. “We take the safety of the rail network extremely seriously and use a range of advanced technologies at our stations to protect passengers, our colleagues and the rail infrastructure … Read more
This week was an exciting one for the AI community, as Apple joined Google, OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta, and others in the long-running competition to find an icon that even remotely suggests AI to users. And like everyone else, Apple has punted. Apple Intelligence is represented by a circular shape consisting of seven loops. Or is … Read more
Resume: A new study describes how AI and computer simulations train robotic exoskeletons to help users conserve energy while walking, running and climbing stairs. This method eliminates the need for lengthy experiments involving humans and can be applied to a variety of devices. The breakthrough offers significant potential for helping people with mobility problems, improving … Read more
I’ve had many conversations about life extension over the years, and the idea is often met with resistance. People get upset when they hear about a person whose life has been cut short by a disease, but when confronted with the possibility of generally prolonging all human life, they react negatively. “Life is too hard … Read more
ELON MUSK is ready to ban iPhones and Mac computers from his business after tech rival Apple announced plans to use OpenAI. The billionaire owner of X (formerly known as Twitter) and Tesla said Apple products would not be welcome at his company if Apple combined with OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Elon Musk, Chief Executive Officer of … Read more
Topline Shares of Apple fell in premarket trading Tuesday after the company debuted “Apple Intelligence” to much fanfare at its annual WWDC event, a highly anticipated insight into the tech giant’s vision for artificial intelligence that includes a long-rumored partnership with ChatGPT maker OpenAI confirms and wrath of Tesla billionaire Elon Musk. Apple CEO Tim … Read more
A much bigger challenge for AI researchers has been the game Diplomacy, a favorite of politicians like John F. Kennedy and Henry Kissinger. Instead of just two opponents, the game features seven players whose motives are difficult to read. To win, a player must negotiate and forge cooperative agreements that anyone can break at any … Read more
Last week is one Google’s AI Overview search result used one of my WIRED articles in an unexpected way that makes me fearful for the future of journalism. I was experimenting with AI Overviews, the company’s new generative AI feature designed to answer online questions. I asked several questions about topics I’ve covered recently, so … Read more
Using distributed self-driving laboratory technology, the University of Toronto Acceleration Consortium has rapidly identified 21 high-quality organic solid-state laser (OSL) materials, marking a significant advance in molecular optoelectronics and paving the way for future materials discoveries. (Artist concept). Credit: SciTechDaily.com Six research teams from five global laboratories have significantly reduced the timeline for material discovery … Read more
APPLE is days away from unveiling major news about artificial intelligence, Siri and virtual reality, an expert predicts. Speaking to The US Sun, an industry insider has revealed what he thinks Apple is likely to announce at its big WWDC event on Monday, June 10. Apple’s Siri digital assistant could be getting a major upgradeCredit: … Read more