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SCI & TECHOct 7Inside AI safety’s hottest clubAn invite-only conference in California hosted a rare convergence of AI influence — from industry luminaries to foreign officials and Congress members — as global concerns about the technology grow.Politico Tech
SCI & TECHOct 7Trump admin to receive $100 million in compute credits for AI science initiativeThe credits are intended to give Genesis Mission researchers access to computing power that smaller labs and companies struggle to secure as major AI firms lock up capacity.Politico Tech
SCI & TECHOct 7Official and confirmed | Artificial intelligence under new rules: what New York legislation establishes and what California evaluatesLos gobernadores Hochul y Newsom avanzan con proyectos para regular desarrollos avanzados de IA.En California piensan en un “interruptor de seguridad” para esta tecnología.Clarín
SCI & TECHOct 6Read the charter for the White House’s ‘Super Intelligence Force’The new group has broad authority to determine how the government should protect against artificial intelligence threats.Politico Europe
SCI & TECHOct 6Hispanics in the U.S. are first to streaming platform premieres, according to NielsenHispanic viewers are key in digital premieres, exceeding 19% in general audiences and reaching 81% for Spanish-language productions. Content on digital platforms is consumed 34% by Hispanics, who lead family viewing and attract other audiences, according to NiClarín
SCI & TECHOct 6Waymo to start offering driverless rides in DetroitWaymo is set to begin offering driverless ride services in Detroit. This expansion marks a notable step for autonomous vehicle technology into a major urban center.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHOct 6Is Chinese AI really a bargain, and is U.S. spend spiraling?This article discusses the value proposition of Chinese AI and examines whether US spending on AI is rapidly increasing. It delves into economic and technological comparisons between the two nations' AI efforts.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHOct 6Privatized gains, socialized losses: Congress must forcefully say no to Big AIYou cannot privatize gains, socialize losses and ask for a permission slip for everything that could go wrong in between.The Hill
SCI & TECHOct 6American Nobel Laureate In Medicine Hopes To Illuminate The BrainThe Stanford University scientist spoke about the Nobel Prize in Medicine, which was awarded on Monday, for his work in optogenetics -- a technique combining light and genetics -- alongside German scientists Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel. The post American Nobel Laureate In Medicine Hopes To Illuminate The Brain appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
SCI & TECHOct 6Voters are now turning to ChatGPT to help them pick who to choose in NovemberCitizens increasingly asking chatbots for information on midterms candidates to better understand their policy positions – but may not necessarily trust the answers returnedThe Independent World
SCI & TECHOct 6Italy probes U.S. music-generating startup Suno over its terms of serviceItaly is investigating U.S. music-generating startup Suno regarding its terms of service. This indicates regulatory scrutiny over the company's operational policies.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHOct 6Latino group bets on bilingual AI to cut voter confusion before the midtermsA national Latino civic engagement group is turning to an AI app to help voters cut through an increasingly complicated election system — in English or Spanish.Why it matters: Nearly 39 million Hispanics can vote in this year's midterms, and their political loyalties are increasingly up for grabs.Hispanics have added 5.25 million eligible voters since 2022, more than any other racial or ethnic group, according to Pew Research Center.The Latino electorate remains highly fluid: About 1 in 7 Latino voters who backed Trump in 2024 now say they want Democrats to control Congress, according to a newAxios
SCI & TECHOct 6U.S. and German scientists win Nobel Price in medicine for discoveries on optogeneticsAmerican Karl Deisseroth, a neuroscientist and psychiatrist, has won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, along with two German scientists. Their discoveries in optogenetics could reshape how we study the brain and understand how it processes information. Dr. Heather Berlin, an associate professor of psychiatry and neuroscience at Mount Sinai, joins CBS News to discuss.CBS News
SCI & TECHOct 5Has the Pentagon given up on AI polygraph analysis of trustworthiness?AI-aided scanning of speech patterns, vocal stress or facial expressions to read minds lacks scientific backing and will compound errors, critics argue.Military Times
SCI & TECHOct 5A US court annuls a sentence after the use of an AI video of the victimAn Arizona court annulled a man's prison sentence after determining that an AI video unduly influenced the judge. The video, presented by the victim's family, generated debate about its ethical use as it was the first time it was used in court.Clarín
SCI & TECHOct 5Former Anthropic researcher doubles down on AI warning in testimonyWhistleblowers sounded the alarm over the potential threat artificial intelligence poses at a landmark hearing before the New York City Council on Monday. Representatives from OpenAI, Google and other big tech companies also testified as city lawmakers considered AI safeguards. CBS News' Lauren Fichten reports. Anthony Ha, a TechCrunch editor, also joins CBS News to discuss President Trump's formation of an AI "Super Intelligence Force."CBS News
SCI & TECHOct 5SpaceX proposes Florida natural gas pipeline to support Cape Canaveral launchesSpaceX has proposed building a natural gas pipeline in Florida to support its launches from Cape Canaveral. This initiative aims to provide essential infrastructure for the company's ongoing space operations.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHOct 5Senator Moreno warns Anthropic CEO of 'catastrophic' approach to AIA senator has warned the CEO of Anthropic about a "catastrophic" approach to AI, highlighting concerns over the development and potential implications of artificial intelligence. This indicates a public debate regarding AI safety and regulation.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHOct 5Devil's Sinkhole grows by 1,218 acres after 41 years, tops 3,000 acresTexas has significantly expanded the Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area, adding 1,218.9 acres to enhance visitor accessibility. The area now spans a total of 3,078.6 acres, including parts of the former Whitworth Ranch. Future developments may introduce around 10 miles of trails aimed at hiking and birdwatching, along with potential facilities like a headquarters and camping sites. This initiative will help preserve natural resources and provide greater recreational opportunities.toi · india
SCI & TECHOct 5GOP senator warns Anthropic of "alarmist" approach to AISen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) is urging Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei against an "alarmist approach" and "panic-inducing commentary" on AI, according to a letter sent Monday and obtained by Axios.Why it matters: It's the latest example of President Trump's allies targeting Amodei. Moreno's letter comes ahead of Anthropic's expected historic IPO, with valuation estimates as high as nearly $2 trillion."I do not understand how you can ask them to invest their hard-earned savings in Anthropic's continued development while warning those same Americans that your product could ultimately lead to their extAxios
SCI & TECHOct 5New map exposes dire state of American rivers as only six percent are healthy amid climate emergencyThree-quarters of rivers could lose their biodiversity due to climate change, conservationists sayThe Independent World
SCI & TECHOct 5NASA chief Jared Isaacman wants to stay 'open-minded' about UFOs: 'If it's aliens, I think NASA should have a seat at the table'NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman suggested sightings of unidentified anomalous phenomena might signal another 'Sputnik Moment' looming on the horizon for the United States.headtopics · united states of america
SCI & TECHOct 5Anthropic, OpenAI, Google and Meta execs set to testify at NYC Council hearing on AI risksThe leading AI labs facing intensifying scrutiny over their safety and security practices.CNBC
SCI & TECHOct 5Ex-Anthropic researcher Coxon to testify alongside AI giants at NYC hearingA former Anthropic researcher is scheduled to testify alongside AI industry leaders at a hearing in New York City. This indicates ongoing discussions and scrutiny regarding the future and regulation of artificial intelligence technology.Seeking Alpha Tech