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In an essay last week, Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, argued that the accelerating capabilities of AI will usher in an idyllic “Intelligence Age,” unleashing “unimaginable” prosperity and “astounding triumphs” like “fixing the climate.” It’s a promise that no one is in a position to make—and one that, when it comes to the topic… Read more

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The research evaluates the reliability of large language models (LLMs) such as GPT, LLaMA, and BLOOM, extensively used across various domains, including education, medicine, science, and administration. As the usage of these models becomes more prevalent, understanding their limitations and potential pitfalls is crucial. The research highlights that as these models increase in size and… Read more

Integrating AI-powered code-generating technologies, such as ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot, is revolutionizing programming education. These tools, by providing real-time assistance to developers, accelerate the development process, enhance problem-solving, and make coding more accessible. Their increasing prevalence has sparked a growing interest in their influence on how students learn programming.  While these tools can speed up… Read more

Experimental cells that combine silicon with a material called perovskite have broken the efficiency record for converting solar energy—and could eventually supercharge how we get electricity. Read more

Amazon’s Prime Day sale runs on October 8 and 9, but we’ve already spotted best-ever prices on products we’ve tested and loved. Read more

The country faces a wave of claims after it repealed a law allowing for special economic zones. Chief among them is an American company looking to build a semi-autonomous “startup city” called Próspera. Read more

Elvis, Killer Heat, and American Fiction are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Amazon Prime Video this week. Read more