The White House recently released new rules aimed at regulating companies that manufacture synthetic DNA. This initiative comes after years of warnings regarding the potential risks associated with creating pathogens using mail-order genetic material. The rules, which were issued on April 29th, are a direct result of an executive order signed by President Joe Biden
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Recent reports by WIRED have brought to light the alarming trend of prolific scammers known as the Yahoo Boys openly operating on major platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, TikTok, and Telegram. These scammers have been able to evade content moderation systems and engage in criminal activities ranging from scams to sextortion schemes. The fact that
Meeting the world’s growing demand for AI chatbots and image generators involves more than just cutting-edge technology. It also requires attention to detail in the most mundane components, such as server cabinets. Unfortunately, CoreWeave faced a significant setback when they mistakenly ordered 1,400 of the wrong cabinets, leading to months of delays in new shipments.
Nick Bostrom, a renowned philosopher, has gained attention for his work contemplating the existential risks posed by technological advancements, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence. However, despite the seriousness of the subject matter, Bostrom himself appears surprisingly upbeat and optimistic when discussing these complex topics. Bostrom’s latest book, “Deep Utopia: Life and Meaning in
In a recent study conducted by researchers, an AI tool was tested for its effectiveness in identifying suspicious transactions related to cryptocurrency exchanges. The AI tool successfully identified 52 chains of transactions that were ultimately linked to illicit activities, with 14 of those accounts already flagged by the exchange for potential money laundering or fraud.
Identifying text that has been generated by AI tools such as ChatGPT poses a significant challenge. While tools like GPTZero claim to help users distinguish between human and bot-generated content, they are not infallible and can produce false positives. As a journalist with a focus on AI detection, I have gathered some of WIRED’s most
In the age of information overload, social media platforms are constantly evolving to keep users engaged. However, the rise of complex algorithms has raised concerns about the impact on user experience and social well-being. Jonathan Stray, a senior scientist at the UC Berkeley Center for Human-Compatible AI, warns against the dangers of chronological feeds and
When using Midjourney for creating images for a blog post, the process is fun but can result in low-quality images with random elements that may not make sense. The frustration arises when trying to make small changes to an image or realizing that Midjourney generates only square images, which may not be suitable for all
The battle for supremacy in the realm of generative AI is heating up, with Microsoft taking the lead in leveraging this cutting-edge technology to drive growth and revenue. CEO Satya Nadella’s announcement of 1.8 million customers for GitHub Copilot showcases the company’s success in attracting users to its generative AI tools. Additionally, Microsoft’s penetration into
In a disturbing trend that is sweeping across social media platforms, there has been a significant rise in the number of ads promoting “AI girlfriends” that offer explicit content. According to Meta’s ad library, there were over 3,000 ads for “AI girlfriends” and 1,100 ads containing “NSFW” that were live on April 23. These ads