The pursuit of artificial general intelligence (AGI) has become an expensive endeavor for many developers. A new approach is emerging that focuses on building lightweight and ultra-cheap AI models, making it more affordable to use AI apps. By Kai-Fu Lee The pursuit of...

Reddit has surpassed another platform in UK social media rankings, with 22.9 million UK adults visiting the site in May this year, a 47% growth from the same period in 2023. This comes as YouTube reached more than 44 million adults,...

The US government is putting pressure on Google to spin off Chrome, raising questions about the tech giant. A federal judge previously determined that Google had violated antitrust laws and held an illegal monopoly over search services. Timeline A two-week trial is scheduled...

UNESCO emphasizes the need for fact-checking training among social media influencers, citing a report that highlights the spread of misinformation on platforms. The organization recommends providing creators with training on fact-checking and journalistic practices to build trust with their audience. UNESCO's Recommendations...

To prevent AIs from increasing bias or breaking down, it's essential to keep track of all data and use prior knowledge (including human-generated text) alongside new knowledge (AI-generated text) for training. This approach can help maintain diversity in AI-generated content. How Can...

Neuralink has received approval for its feasibility trial, marking an advancement in neurotechnology. The company’s brain-computer interface (BCI) involves surgically implanting a coin-sized device called the N1 in the brain by a robot. Previous studies have shown that BCIs can be...

Nvidia reported a 112% revenue increase to $30.8 billion in the quarter, with analysts expecting continued investment in AI cloud services driving demand for Nvidia's chips. The company has also clarified that Blackwell production is now in full steam, addressing previous...

Security measures continue to evolve in response to emerging threats, but the need for robust protection remains a top priority. Alternative security methods such as biometric authentication and behavioral analysis offer improved protection, yet vulnerabilities persist. Business owners must take responsibility...

Mathematicians have made a groundbreaking discovery by disproving the bunkbed conjecture, a widely believed assumption in physics about fluid flow through solids. The conjecture was debunked using hypergraphs, which has implications for how mathematicians approach problem-solving and question their assumptions. This...

CRISPR gene editing is a revolutionary new class of molecular tool that scientists can use to precisely target and cut any kind of genetic material. This technology has the potential to reshape the physical world around us, with applications in gene...