Tech entrepreneurs seeking the next AI frontier are pivoting from chatbots to ‘world models’

Computer scientist Louis Castricato was in his eighth year studying large language models — the artificial intelligence technology behind chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude — ...

All the world's a robot-staging ground for tech entrepreneurs building 'physical AI'

AI “world models” are the next frontier for computer scientists who see too many limitations in the AI language models behind ...

MIT researchers channel AI to turn hand gestures into robot training data

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology developed the tool to collect data of human hand motion that could eventually help robots achieve the dexterity that has been difficult for ...
The Hill

Nvidia bets on AI personal computers with new ‘superchip’ powering Windows laptops

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Nvidia on Monday unveiled new powerful chips that would bring advanced artificial intelligence functions into laptops and desktop computers, with the new personal computer models ...
MIT Technology Review

China has approved the world’s first invasive brain-computer chip—here’s what’s next

The country wants to become a global leader in brain implants. Strong government support is expected to help accelerate that ...
Al Jazeera English

Nvidia unveils new chip to bring AI directly to personal computers

Nvidia is set to bring artificial intelligence to laptop and desktop computers with brands like Microsoft and Dell later this year as the US tech giant broadens its AI presence. The Santa Clara, ...
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Oregon State study raises concerns about AI’s impact on student thinking skills

Hillsboro police say a cyclist died in a Tuesday night crash at East Main Street and Northeast Century Boulevard. The driver stayed at the scene as investigators closed the intersection for hours.
The Atlantic

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Study Computer Science

It’s a weird time to be studying computer science. Recent grads have a higher unemployment rate than those in just about every other major—yes, even philosophy. The internet is littered with rants ...
CBS News

Buying a computer? AI is making it more expensive.

Megan Cerullo is a New York-based reporter for CBS MoneyWatch covering small business, workplace, health care, consumer spending and personal finance topics. She regularly appears on CBS News 24/7 to ...
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Brain Computer Interface Technology Could Change the Way People Use Keyboards and Screens Forever

Explore how brain computer interface technology and advanced brain-computer interfaces are transforming digital interaction, potentially replacing traditional keyboards and screens with thought-driven ...
The Washington Post

I’m a computer scientist. Here’s how we should help aging parents with technology.

This past Christmas, I helped my parents choose a water filter. The latest “smart” models all came with a smartphone app that promised to monitor filter life, track water quality and automatically ...