A concerning new study reveals that AI models can transmit hidden, “subliminal” patterns through training data — patterns that can drastically alter the behavior of other models in unpredictable and potentially dangerous ways, The Verge reports. Even more troubling, these patterns appear meaningless to humans. Researchers aren’t entirely sure what the models are perceiving, but […]
Every Sunday, NPR’s Will Shortz, the renowned crossword puzzle editor for The New York Times, challenges listeners with the Sunday Puzzle, a segment designed to be solvable with minimal prior knowledge but still demanding enough to stump even seasoned participants. This unique blend of accessibility and complexity has caught the attention of AI researchers, who […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving at a rapid pace, and 2025 is expected to bring significant advancements across industries. To get a glimpse of what the future holds, Euronews asked several popular AI chatbots — including OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Microsoft’s Copilot, Perplexity AI, and Google’s Gemini — for their predictions. While responses varied, common themes emerged. […]
Character.AI announced today that it is introducing parental controls for teenage users and has implemented several safety measures over the past few months. These changes follow increased media scrutiny and two lawsuits alleging the platform contributed to instances of self-harm and suicide. According to the company’s press release, Character.AI has developed two distinct versions of […]