Microsoft is working on a new feature that will allow Windows 11 users to personalize the function of the Copilot key, which has recently started appearing on new laptops and keyboards. Currently, the Copilot key is set to launch Microsoft’s Copilot app by default, but the company is now testing the option to use it […]
A team of roboticists from the German Aerospace Center’s Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics has discovered that combining traditional force-torque sensors with machine learning algorithms offers robots a new method for sensing touch. In their study, published in Science Robotics, the researchers explored a novel approach to endow robots with touch sensitivity, without the need […]
A recent study suggests that ChatGPT might help reduce belief in conspiracy theories. Conducted by researchers from American University, MIT, and Cornell University, the study explored how OpenAI’s GPT-4 Turbo could engage with individuals who hold such beliefs. The AI-powered chatbot interacted with over 2,100 participants, all of whom identified as conspiracy believers. After chatting […]
At its product event on Tuesday, Apple introduced a new feature for its latest AirPods Pro: they will now function as over-the-counter hearing aids. This development transforms the wireless earbuds into clinical-grade hearing aids for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss. “We’re offering this innovative solution to assist over 1 billion people worldwide who […]
Italy is taking steps to integrate artificial intelligence into its education system as Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s administration seeks to bridge the country’s digital skills gap with other EU nations. This week, as schools reopened across the country, Education Minister Giuseppe Valditara announced that AI-driven software would be piloted in 15 classrooms across four regions. […]
Meta is set to resume training its AI models using public content shared by adults on Facebook and Instagram in the UK in the coming months, after halting the process due to regulatory concerns. The company plans to use public posts, including photos, captions, and comments, to enhance its generative AI models. However, Meta clarified […]
Just hours after Snapchat launched its My AI chatbot for all users, Missouri mom Lyndsi Lee told her 13-year-old daughter to avoid using it. “It’s a temporary decision until I understand more about it and can set appropriate guidelines,” said Lee, who works at a software firm. She’s concerned about how the chatbot interacts with […]
Nearly two decades ago, Andrew Bissell was relaxing in his beachfront home near Edinburgh, contemplating his next steps after he and his wife, Susan Lang-Bissell, had sold their medical imaging startup. Faced with the prospect of either retiring or embarking on a new venture, Bissell found himself at a crossroads. “Do we retire or do […]
A quick boat ride around Guanabara Bay in Rio de Janeiro reveals the troubling presence of oil and chemical pollutants in the waters, tainting the iconic scenery that includes Sugarloaf Mountain, the famous granite peaks, and the majestic Christ the Redeemer statue. In response to this environmental threat, non-governmental organizations 350.org and the Association of […]
Google has released a new ChromeOS update that streamlines app organization, enhances text extraction from images, and simplifies camera and microphone settings on Chromebooks. One standout addition in ChromeOS 128 is the introduction of Snap Groups. Similar to Windows 11’s Snap layouts, this feature lets users easily group apps into fullscreen layouts, making multitasking more […]
Roblox is gearing up to introduce paid video games on its platform and will soon allow developers to sell physical merchandise within their games, the company announced on Friday. At its developers conference, Roblox revealed plans to enable creators to price certain games—referred to as “experiences”—in real-world currency for desktop users. Developers could earn up […]
A private school in London is set to launch the UK’s first classroom where artificial intelligence, rather than human teachers, leads the instruction. Proponents believe this technology offers highly personalized learning experiences, while critics warn it could lead to a “soulless and bleak” future for education. David Game College will introduce this AI-driven course in […]