Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, has refuted claims made by venture capitalist Marc Andreessen regarding meetings with the Biden administration about controlling AI. In a recent podcast with Bari Weiss, Andreessen stated that Biden administration staff wanted to control AI by working closely with a few big AI companies, implying that OpenAI would have…
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, have identified specific proteins in the bloodstream that are linked to age-related cellular decline. As animals age, an increasing number of their cells enter a state called senescence, where they stop dividing. These senescent cells produce proteins that contribute to age-related damage in various organs. Chase Carver…
An innovative journal is compensating peer reviewers with a specially developed cryptocurrency, equivalent to US $150 per review. This journal is part of ResearchHub, a platform designed to enhance the openness and efficiency of scientific research. Reviewers are rewarded with a token called ResearchCoin for their engagement with the content. ResearchHub, launched in 2020, is…
Two teams of scientists have uncovered groundbreaking evidence about the genetic interactions between Neanderthals and modern humans, revealing that the interbreeding occurred more recently and more specifically than previously understood. Published on 12 December 2024, two separate studies in Science and Nature provide compelling new insights into human evolutionary history. The research centers on the…
In a significant advancement for quantum computing, researchers at Google have achieved a critical breakthrough by demonstrating the first ‘below threshold’ quantum calculations. Published in Nature on December 9, this experiment represents a pivotal moment in the quest to develop quantum computers capable of practical, accurate computations. Michael Newman, a research scientist at Google’s Mountain…
Are you looking for a powerful way to automate your workflows and boost productivity? Meet n8n, the open-source automation tool that simplifies task management and connects your favorite apps. Combine it with Flowise, an AI-powered decision-making engine, and you have the perfect duo to transform how you work. In this blog post, we’ll explore how…
Google recently launched the Gemini Experimental 1206 model, which has quickly gained attention for its impressive performance. Released on the same day as Llama 3.3, this new model from Google stands out for its exceptional capabilities in various language and coding tasks. The Gemini Experimental 1206 model has been praised for outperforming other prominent models…
Google DeepMind has developed GenCast, an AI model that predicts weather more accurately and faster than current systems. GenCast can forecast up to 15 days ahead in minutes, outperforming the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts’ ensemble model (ENS) in predicting extreme weather like hurricanes and heatwaves. Traditional methods use mathematical models and supercomputers to…
Earth experienced a relatively close encounter this morning (Dec. 4) as a significant space rock, known as asteroid 2020 XR, passed by at a distance of approximately 1.4 million miles (2.2 million kilometers). The asteroid made its closest approach at around 12:26 a.m. EST (0526 GMT), coming within just under six times the distance between…
Original article published by Nature.com Key Highlights of the AGI Debate The artificial intelligence landscape is evolving rapidly, with recent developments in large language models (LLMs) sparking intense discussions about the potential arrival of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) – an AI system capable of human-like reasoning and generalization. Major Players and Developments Current Limitations of LLMs…