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Obscure Fungus Shows Signs of Rudimentary Intelligence
Resaerchers found that a specific fungus can recognize shapes, and communicate information about their surroundings throughout their network.
OpenAI's AGI Czar Quits, Saying the Company Isn't ready For What It's Building
The researcher in charge of making sure OpenAI (and the world) is prepared for artificial general intelligence (AGI) has resigned.
How these tech trends could shape Ireland’s future
Microsoft’s Kieran McCorry talks about what the future will look like in Dublin, Ireland and beyond as emerging tech continues to grow.
Startup Claims It's Achieved Communication Between Two People Who Were Both Dreaming
A startup called REMSpace says two people were able to have a remote "chat" while in a lucid dreaming state.
Microsoft Debuting AI-Powered Employees for Companies
Microsoft is releasing AI agents that can work on your behalf or assist in your workflow, which some companies are already using.
Scientists Propose Shooting $200 Trillion Worth of Pulverized Diamonds Into Atmosphere
Injecting diamond dust into the atmosphere could significantly cool the planet, according to new research.
The Pentagon Wants to Flood Social Media With Fake AI People
Sophisticated AI deepfakes, created and operated by covert Pentagon teams, might be coming to an online forum near you.
Super-Expensive Startup “Screening” Parents’ Embryos for IQ
Heliospect Genomics is charging parents tens of thousands of dollars to "screen" human embryos in IVF for IQ levels. Does it work? Unclear.
Gartner: 2025 will see the rise of AI agents (and other top trends)
Also keep an eye on AI governance tools, hybrid computing, disinformation security, post-quantum cryptography and even more out-there tech.
De-extinction company provides a progress report on thylacine efforts
Stem cell editing, complete genome, and cane toad resistance mark necessary steps.
Lawsuit: City cameras make it impossible to drive anywhere without being tracked
“Every passing car is captured,” says 4th Amendment lawsuit against Norfolk, Va.
Einstein predicted a faster-than-light engine: it’s been built, and here’s how it works
Recently, we celebrated the anniversary of humanity's first moon landing, an unforgettable achievement by the United States. However, another monumental
Scientists discover dogs are entering a new phase of evolution
Penn Engineering Research Discovers Critical Vulnerabilities in AI-Enabled Robots to Increase Safety and Security
Penn Engineers reveal a critical safety flaw in AI-powered robots, and call for more extensive regulation and a focus on safety where robotics and AI meet.
Human Models Horrified to Discover Their Faces Are Being Used for AI Propaganda
Human models were paid for their likenesses to train AI. Now, to those humans' horror, their faces are being used to peddle propaganda.
Life on Mars May be Trapped Under Ice, NASA Researchers Suggest
In a new study, NASA researchers are suggesting something radical: that Mars may be hosting life within its ice.
The Early Universe Was Absolutely Littered With Black Holes, Scientists Find
New observations uncovered more supermassive black holes than previously detected, which could hold clues to how they first formed.
Chinese Hackers Use Quantum Computer to Break Military Grade Encryption
Chinese researchers say they've cracked military-grade encryption — with the help of a D-Wave quantum computer.
Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research to develop ‘game-changing’ robotics
Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute are partnering to develop TRI's AI technology with Boston Dynamics’ humanoid robot Atlas.
Scientists Use Human Stem Cells to Restore a Monkey’s Vision
Scientists in Japan successfully used human stem cells to patch a hole in a monkey's retina, restoring the primate's vision.
Elon Musk Says Next-Gen Starlink Satellites Will Be So Huge They’ll Need to be Launched With Starship
Elon Musk is now bragging that the next generation of Starlink satellites are going to be significantly larger than their predecessors.
Yet Another Tech Giant Throws Its Weight Behind Nuclear As AI's Monstrous Power Demands Spike
Google is going all in on nuclear to power its AI efforts, which have resulted in the tech giant missing important climate targets.
Amazon jumps on nuclear power bandwagon by investing in X-Energy and promising small reactors | TechCrunch
The company revealed three deals, including an investment in a fission startup and two development agreements to add nuclear power to the grid.
Amazon looks to advanced nuclear reactors to meet climate goals
Tech companies have inked a slew of nuclear energy deals this year.
Boston Dynamics teams with TRI to bring AI smarts to Atlas humanoid robot
Boston Dynamics and Toyota Research Institute (TRI) Wednesday revealed plans to bring AI-based robotic intelligence to the electric Atlas humanoid robot.
The Elite College Students Who Can’t Read Books
To read a book in college, it helps to have read a book in high school.
Elon Musk Promises to Post Aliens on X the "Split Second" He Sees Evidence of Their Existence
Elon Musk may not be the biggest believer in aliens — but if he ever sees them, he's going to post them on X.
Tesla’s Optimus bot makes a scene at the robotaxi event
Optimus might have some new tricks.