Imagine a self-driving car weaving through downtown traffic. To prevent an accident, it has to assess whether the pedestrian on the corner is about to step into the street. Or think about a stock-trading algorithm it must predict how human investors will respond to breaking news before taking action. In both examples, machines need to […]
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Malaysia is stepping up its efforts to support the U.S. in restricting the flow of advanced AI chips to China. On Monday, the Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry introduced new rules limiting the export of U.S.-origin AI chips. Under the new policy, individuals and companies must provide Malaysian authorities with at least 30
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YouTube is set to update its policies to limit creators from monetizing “inauthentic” content, such as mass-produced or repetitive videos types of content increasingly generated using AI tools. Starting July 15, the platform will update its YouTube Partner Program (YPP) monetization rules, offering clearer guidance on what content qualifies for revenue and what doesn’t. While
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Chatbots are improving at conversation, but are they ready to provide real support in therapy? A new study from USC researchers indicates that large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT still struggle to capture the subtle complexities of human connection. That’s the takeaway from a study co-led by USC Ph.D. computer science students Mina Kian and
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LangChain, an AI infrastructure startup that offers tools for building and monitoring applications powered by large language models (LLMs), is reportedly raising a new funding round at a valuation of around $1 billion, with IVP leading the investment, according to three sources familiar with the deal. Rapid Growth from Open-Source Project to VC-Backed Startup Founded
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AI chatbots are already part of daily life for many, but how well do most people actually understand how they function? For instance, did you know that ChatGPT has to perform an internet search to access information about events that occurred after June 2024? Some of the most unexpected facts about AI chatbots shed light
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The language skills of modern artificial intelligence systems are truly impressive. Tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and others can now hold conversations with a level of fluency that closely resembles human interaction. However, much remains unknown about the internal mechanisms within these networks that produce such extraordinary performance. A study titled “A Phase Transition between Positional
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Companies have found it challenging to adopt suitable AI tools because the technology is advancing much faster than their typically lengthy sales cycles. Brex, the corporate credit card startup, faced the same challenge as larger enterprises. To avoid falling behind, it overhauled its software procurement strategy entirely. Brex Learns Its Traditional Procurement Process Can’t Keep
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Giving a smart device to a tween can feel risky for parents, given the many online threats. To address this, kid-friendly tech company Pinwheel has introduced a new option for families who want to stay connected without resorting to a smartphone. A Safe, AI-Powered Smartwatch for Kids Hits the Market Pinwheel Watch just released a
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When communicating via email or social media, we often imply rather than state things outright, relying on subtext to convey our true meaning—and hoping the reader understands it. What happens when it’s not a person, but an AI system on the receiving end of our messages? Can conversational AI grasp the hidden meaning in our
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