A first physical system to learn nonlinear tasks without a traditional computer processor

Sam Dillavou, a postdoctoral fellow in the Durian Research Group in the School of Arts & Sciences, built the components of this contrasting local learning network, an analog system that is fast, energy-efficient, scalable, and can learn nonlinear tasks. Credit: Erica Moser Scientists face many trade-offs in building and scaling brain-like systems that can perform … Read more

Apple M4 Processor: A Deep Dive into Features and Performance

In early May 2024, Apple unveiled its new M4 processor, which debuted in the latest iPad Pro in place of a MacBook or MacBook Air. We didn’t know much about the chip at launch, but after digging deeper and examining it thoroughly, I’m ready to share my findings. So if you’re curious about Apple’s latest … Read more