Forget dystopian scenarios – AI is pervasive today, and the risks are often hidden
The turmoil at ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, sparked by the board of directors firing high-profile CEO Sam…
AI makes Silicon Valley’s philosophy of ‘move fast and break things’ untenable
The unofficial motto of Silicon Valley has long been “move fast and break things”. It…
Has translation tech really made language learning redundant?
Every day, millions of people start the day by posting a greeting on social media.…
Do they work? Experts explain how they help the winter blues
Have you ever noted that you sleep more in the winter months? Or eat more…
Americans’ views of artificial intelligence
(d3sign/Getty Images) From detecting cancer on a medical scan to drafting an essay for a…
Why a social media detox may not be as good for you as you think – new research
Whether you’re an influencer, an occasional poster, or just a lurker, you likely spend more…
How do viruses get into cells? Their infection tactics determine whether they can jump species or set off a pandemic
COVID-19, flu, mpox, noroviral diarrhea: How do the viruses that cause these diseases actually infect…
Who is Sam Altman, OpenAI’s wunderkind ex-CEO – and why was he fired?
Shutterstock On Friday, OpenAI’s high-flying chief executive Sam Altman was unexpectedly fired by the company’s…
Disinformation campaigns are undermining democracy. Here’s how we can fight back
Misinformation is debated everywhere and has justifiably sparked concerns. It can polarise the public, reduce…
How movies use music to manipulate your memory
Around one in five American adults manage to squeeze in watching a movie on a…