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Dimitris Bertsimas named vice provost for open learning
Leveraging more than 35 years of experience at MIT, Bertsimas will work with partners across the Institute to transform teaching and learning on and off campus.
Using photos or videos, these AI systems can conjure simulations that train robots to function in physical spaces
Two new studies introduce AI systems that use either video or photos to create simulations that can train robots to function in the real world. This could significantly lower the costs of training robots to function in complex settings. Two new studies introduce AI systems that use either video or photos to create simulations that can train robots to function in the real world. This could significantly lower the costs of training robots to function in complex settings.
UK Government Announces £32m for AI Projects After Scrapping Funding for Supercomputers
The investment will go into 98 AI projects that will ultimately improve safety on construction sites, reduce train delays, and cut emissions across supply chains.
5 Things Call Center AI Can Do Today and What’s on the Way
Explore how AI transforms call centers with five current technologies and three future innovations, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Reddit to test AI-powered search result pages
Reddit users will soon see AI-generated summaries at the top of search results.  Reddit CFO Drew Vollero told investors during its earnings call on Tuesday that the company plans to test AI-powered search result pages to “summarize and recommend content.” He noted this will help users “dive deeper” into content and discover new Reddit communities.  […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Google Breaks Antitrust Law with Search, Federal Court Rules
Judge Amit Mehta ruled Google’s “default distribution” of its search engine contributed to advertising revenue and illegally suppressed competition.
Amazon Music’s new AI feature lets you browse podcast episodes by topic
Amazon Music announced Tuesday the launch of its new AI-powered feature, “Topics,” which allows users to explore podcast episodes by specific topics discussed in the episode.  When you visit the page of a podcast episode, look for new Topic tags below the episode description. You can tap on a tag to see a list of […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
UK Government Scraps £1.3bn Earmarked for AI and Tech Innovation
The new Labour government has reshaped the U.K.’s AI plans, redistributing funding and narrowing the focus of the forthcoming AI Bill.
Will Power Availability Derail the AI Revolution?
The potential of artificial intelligence is immense. But it could be derailed due to a lack of power. Data centers implementing AI now need so much energy that the local grid often struggles to supply it. Drew Robb, writing for TechRepublic Premium, looks at the extent of the problem and how it can be overcome. ...
OpenPhone Review (2024): Is It Right for Your Business?
OpenPhone’s one of the few VoIP systems to offer unlimited texting. Wondering about the rest of the platform? Check out my full review.
Data Breaches Are Costing Australian Organisations, IBM Report Reveals
IBM’s recent Cost of a Data Breach report found that the average cost of a data breach in Australia reached a record-high in 2024. Explore additional key findings and how the Australian government is mitigating these threats.
Dialpad Review (2024): An AI-Powered VoIP Solution
Dialpad is a modern, innovative and powerful cloud-first alternative to other phone services. Check out the full review below to see if it’s the right VoIP solution for you.
8×8 Review (2024): Is it a Trustworthy Solution?
Discover strengths and drawbacks of 8x8 as a contact center solution. Compare features and pricing with other VoIP business phone systems.
AI for mental health screening may carry biases based on gender, race
A growing body of AI tools screen how people talk, searching for subtle changes that could indicate mental health concerns like depression or anxiety. A study finds that these tools don't perform consistently across people from different genders and races.
The 5 Best Machine Learning Courses for 2024
Understanding machine learning can help you build recommendation engines or perform data science work.
Google Adds Lens, Other AI Tools to Chrome on Desktop
Google Lens helps identify objects. Plus, Tab compare automatically creates comparison charts, and AI scans your history.
Healthy AI: Sustainable artificial intelligence for healthcare
Researchers investigated the environmental costs of AI, including energy consumption of AI systems in the medical field, carbon emissions of data centers, and electronic waste issues. Specific solutions to mitigate these environmental impacts were discussed, including the development of energy-efficient AI models, the implementation of green computing, and the use of renewable energy.
New AI tool simplifies heart monitoring: Fewer leads, same accuracy
To diagnose heart conditions including heart attacks and heart rhythm disturbances, clinicians typically rely on 12-lead electrocardiograms (ECGs) -- complex arrangements of electrodes and wires placed around the chest and limbs to detect the heart's electrical activity. But these ECGs require specialized equipment and expertise, and not all clinics have the capability to perform them. Scientists showed that, with help from an AI tool, cardiologists can diagnose heart attacks using a simpler, easier and more accessible electrocardiogram technology.
EU’s AI Act: Europe’s New Rules for Artificial Intelligence Enters Into Force
Europe's AI legislation, which went into force on August 1, attempts to strike a tricky balance between promoting innovation and protecting citizens' rights.
Precision home robots learn with real-to-sim-to-real
CSAIL researchers introduce a novel approach allowing robots to be trained in simulations of scanned home environments, paving the way for customized household automation accessible to anyone.
