How Oregon’s data center boom is supercharging a water crisis
A joint investigation by Rolling Stone and the Food and Environment Reporting Network reveals that Amazon’s rapid data center expansion in eastern Oregon is exacerbating a severe public health emergency.
This tiny worm’s brain could transform artificial intelligence. Here’s how
In a landscape dominated by massive, energy-consuming artificial intelligence models, a new contender has emerged from an unlikely source: the microscopic roundworm.
Your AI use policy is solving the wrong problem
The article argues that many companies are approaching artificial intelligence with the wrong mindset, creating policies that slow adoption rather than strengthen accountability.
In a First, AI Models Analyze Language As Well As a Human Expert
A new study has challenged the long-held assumption that artificial intelligence models cannot truly reason about language, demonstrating that advanced systems can now analyze linguistic structures with the sophistication of a human expert
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei Just Made Another Call for AI Regulation
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei used a 60 Minutes interview to renew his urgent call for AI regulation, warning that without oversight, the rapidly advancing technology could eliminate up to half of all entry-level consulting, legal, and financial jobs within five years.
Hackers use Anthropic’s AI model Claude once again
Anthropic revealed on Thursday that Chinese state-sponsored hackers successfully deployed the company’s Claude AI model to automate nearly 90 percent of a cyberespionage campaign against 30 global targets.
In the Loop: AI Promised Faster Coding. This Study Disagrees
A groundbreaking study by METR has challenged the prevailing assumption that AI tools significantly accelerate software development.
To Save Themselves, Universities Must Cultivate Civic Friendship
The escalating conflict between Washington and our nation's most prestigious universities has reached a fever pitch. The Trump administration, in an aggressive pursuit of its campaign promises, is actively targeting elite institutions like Harvard and Columbia, threatening their federal funding and accreditation status.
How AI is Transforming Corporate Finance
Despite unprecedented investment and widespread enthusiasm, artificial intelligence initiatives are largely failing to deliver significant business value.
For Tech CEOs, AI Literacy is No Longer Optional
Despite unprecedented investment and widespread enthusiasm, artificial intelligence initiatives are largely failing to deliver significant business value, a recent study reveals.
Of Course, US Actions May Facilitate China’s Advance in Latin America
A heated debate is unfolding in Washington's foreign policy circles regarding the U.S. role in inadvertently boosting China's growing influence in Latin America. While Ryan Berg's Foreign Policy article, "China Won’t Be the Obvious Winner in Latin America,” downplayed this concern, R. Evan Ellis, a former State Department official, has penned a sharp rebuttal. Ellis contends that current U.S. actions, rather than curbing China, are actually creating opportunities for its expansion.
The Shocking Far-Right Agenda Behind the Facial Recognition Tech Used by ICE and the FBI
Newly obtained documents reveal the explicitly far-right origins and agenda behind Clearview AI, the controversial facial recognition company whose technology is now employed by federal agencies including ICE and the FBI.
Trump’s Foreign Policy Could Accelerate China’s Advance in Latin America
Over the past two decades, China has significantly expanded its presence in Latin America, surpassing the U.S. as the largest trading partner for several countries. China's Belt and Road Initiative has attracted over 20 Latin American nations, funding infrastructure projects and aligning with Beijing's geopolitical goals.
US Withdrawal From WHO Might Not Be the Worst Thing in the Long Run. Here’s Why.
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO), a move that has sparked both criticism and debate.
Global Guidelines for Countering Antisemitism
The U.S. State Department has released Global Guidelines for Countering Antisemitism, a non-binding framework designed to help governments, international bodies, and civil society combat rising antisemitism worldwide.
AI is Confusing — Here’s Your Cheat Sheet
This overview from serves as a glossary to clarify common terminology associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI), addressing the confusion surrounding the language used in this rapidly evolving field.
AI Will Evolve Into an Organizational Strategy for All
The article "AI Will Evolve Into an Organizational Strategy for All," published by Wired, explores the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and its integration into organizational strategies across various sectors.
Avoiding AI Bias Amplification: 4 Actions You Can Take
This article explores the nature of the current AI models and how the humans behind them shaped the machine learning bias into being, as well as 4 actionable steps we can take as users of the AI, to avoid the pitfalls.
ChatGPT Was Tasked with Designing a Website. The Result was as Manipulative as You'd Expect
AI-powered web design tools are increasingly being used, but they may be inadvertently creating deceptive websites. A recent study found that AI models like ChatGPT, when tasked with designing e-commerce websites, often incorporate dark patterns—manipulative design techniques that trick users into making unwanted purchases or decisions.
What AI Chatbots are Similar to ChatGPT? A Guide to Finding the Right One That Works for You
ChatGPT has established itself as a reliable option in the realm of AI chatbots. However, it is important to recognize that there are other alternatives available which may better suit your specific needs. While ChatGPT excels as a versatile tool, it may not always be the most effective choice for specialized tasks. Therefore, exploring other chatbots that offer unique functionalities can be beneficial.