In the quest to create artificial intelligence (AI) that mimics the human brain, computer scientists have faced the challenge of energy consumption. As artificial neural networks become more sophisticated, they require more power. However, a Swiss start-up, FinalSpark, has introduced a ‘biocomputer’ that utilizes living brain cells to achieve enhanced efficiency compared to traditional computers.
Machine translation tools such as Google Translate and ChatGPT have gained popularity for their quick and convenient translations of text from one language to another. However, a recent study published in Pediatrics found that while these tools performed well for languages like Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese, they fell short in accurately translating Haitian Creole, particularly
Flea, the bassist for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, may have lent his voice to a character in the latest Disney-Pixar movie, but his rebellious spirit was on full display at the world premiere of Inside Out 2 in Los Angeles. The purple carpet event saw Flea posing with both middle fingers in the air,
Singapore is on track to become a prominent gold hub as trading patterns shift towards the East, largely due to the increasing gold consumption in major emerging economies. Shaokai Fan, the head of Asia-Pacific and global head of central banks at the World Gold Council, pointed out that a majority of these growing markets are
The FDA advisory committee’s unanimous support for the investigational drug donanemab for treating early Alzheimer’s disease marks a significant milestone in the field of Alzheimer’s research. The committee’s 11-0 vote in favor of donanemab’s benefits outweighing its risks for patients with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia enrolled in clinical trials opens up new possibilities
OpenAI, a leading artificial intelligence company, made headlines on Monday with the announcement of two key executive hires. Sarah Friar, known for her previous roles as the CEO of Nextdoor and finance chief at Square, is now stepping into the role of chief financial officer at OpenAI. Alongside Friar, Kevin Weil, the former president of
The United Auto Workers President, Shawn Fain, is currently under investigation by a federal court-appointed watchdog, Neil Barofsky. The investigation is focused on whether Fain has abused his power as the union president. Additionally, accusations have been made against union leaders, including Fain, for obstructing the investigation and interfering with the watchdog’s access to information.
Apple’s native virtual assistant Siri is at the forefront of the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) strategy, with exciting new features expected to be revealed at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The focus is on making Siri smarter and more efficient in handling complex tasks, with a report highlighting the potential for controlling native Apple apps
As the new trading week begins, stock futures took a hit on Monday morning after a successful week last Friday. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures saw a decrease of approximately 0.2%, while S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq 100 futures also experienced slight declines. Notably, Nvidia stock, which has been a significant market influencer recently, was
In the wake of the recent European Union election, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz finds himself under intense pressure as the far-right AfD party managed to secure a substantial 15.9% of the vote. This victory for the AfD comes in the face of multiple scandals and setbacks, signaling a shift in the political landscape of Germany.