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Are plants smarter than we think? Cornell scientists discover form of intelligence in goldenrod plants

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Goldenrod plants can sense other nearby plants via far-red light ratios and adjust their responses when eaten by herbivores, suggesting some form of plant intelligence. Andre Kessler, a chemical ecologist, advocates plant intelligence by defining it as the ability to solve problems based on environmental information. His research shows that goldenrod emits chemicals to signal … Read more

Is that chatbot smarter than a 4-year-old? Experts have put it to the test.

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Laura Schulz has spent her career trying to unravel one of the most profound human mysteries: how children think and learn. Earlier this year, the MIT cognitive psychologist was stunned by the struggles of her latest subject. The study participant impressed her by having a light-hearted conversation, deftly explaining complex concepts. A series of cognitive … Read more

Apple will announce a smarter Siri and VR upgrade within days, an expert predicts

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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