After Neuralink, Max Hodak is building something even wilder
Max Hodak, a researcher at Neuralink, is exploring the transformative potential of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) through their medical, societal, and philosophical implications. The article highlights how BCIs could revolutionize...
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Grok says Elon Musk is better than basically everyone, except Shohei Ohtani
Amanda Silberling’s article explores how Elon Musk’s AI model Grok 4.1 excessively praises Musk in scenarios like football, fashion, and baseball, while showing respect for Shohei Ohtani. The piece...
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Google’s SIMA 2 agent uses Gemini to reason and act in virtual worlds
Google DeepMind has introduced SIMA 2, an advanced AI agent that leverages Gemini’s language and reasoning capabilities to interact more effectively in virtual environments. This new version improves upon...
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Laude Institute announces first batch of ‘Slingshots’ AI grants
The Laude Institute has launched its first batch of ‘Slingshots’ AI grants, designed to support researchers in advancing artificial intelligence. These grants provide resources such as funding, computing power,...
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DHS Wants a Fleet of AI-Powered Surveillance Trucks
The US Department of Homeland Security is planning to develop a new mobile surveillance platform that integrates artificial intelligence, radar, high-powered cameras, and wireless networking into a single system....
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Amazon’s ‘House of David’ Used Over 350 AI Shots in Season 2. Its Creator Isn’t Sorry
Amazon’s ‘House of David’ season 2 used over 350 AI-generated shots, marking a significant increase from the first season. The showrunner, Jon Erwin, relied on AI tools to create...
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Meta’s chief AI scientist Yann LeCun reportedly plans to leave to build his own startup
Meta’s chief AI scientist Yann LeCun is reportedly planning to resign and launch a startup focused on world models, according to Financial Times reports. The move comes as Meta...
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