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Caterpillar is piloting "Cat AI", a system of AI agents integrated into one of its excavators. The platform is built on Nvidia's physical AI infrastructure. The goal is to improve efficiency and safety on construction sites through intelligent automation.
Asus has launched the new ROG Strix LC IV series of AIO (All-in-One) liquid coolers that eliminate cables thanks to the innovative proprietary AIO Q-Connector. This solution aims to simplify PC assembly, offering a cleaner and more organized look inside the case.
According to a Deloitte survey, UK CFOs anticipate increased investment in technology, especially in AI, to improve productivity. Optimism is growing, but attention to geopolitical risks and system security remains high. CFOs intend to carefully evaluate the financial outcomes of technology investments.
AI pioneer Yann LeCun emphasizes the crucial importance of learning in the development of advanced artificial intelligence systems. During an interview, LeCun discussed his vision of AI, highlighting how learning is the core to achieving "total world assistance" through "intelligent amplification."
MSI announces the new MPG CoreFrozr CPU air coolers, featuring a 6-inch LCD display for customizable readouts. The devices feature a nickel-plated copper base, heat pipes, and full compatibility with Ryzen X3D processors. An interesting option for those seeking efficient cooling and aesthetic customization.
Phanteks has unveiled the Exo 626s, a PC case featuring a multi-chamber design engineered to prevent heat crossover between components. The new chassis, which supports massive GPUs and 360mm AIO liquid coolers, will initially be available exclusively with CyberPowerPC pre-built systems.
An organization is tracking the location of AI data centers in the U.S. and worldwide. The weekly 404 Media podcast addresses this topic, along with the controversies surrounding Grok's use and potentially illicit content. Also, the acquisition of 404media.com is discussed.
Articul8, an Intel spinout, has raised more than half of the $70 million targeted in its latest funding round. The company's valuation, specializing in artificial intelligence solutions, has climbed to $500 million, marking a significant increase since its previous Series A round.
Grab, a major delivery platform in Southeast Asia, has acquired Infermove to integrate robotics and AI into its operations. The goal is to reduce costs and improve efficiency by automating specific segments of the delivery process, without completely replacing human couriers. The company aims to manage demand spikes and labor shortages more efficiently, while maintaining profitability.
PCEval is the first benchmark that automatically evaluates the capabilities of LLMs in physical computing, considering both the logical and physical aspects of projects. Tests reveal that LLMs excel in code generation and logical circuit design but struggle with physical breadboard layout creation, particularly with pin connections and avoiding circuit errors.
WearVox is a new benchmark for evaluating the performance of voice assistants on wearable devices, such as AI glasses. The dataset includes multi-channel audio recordings in real-world scenarios, addressing challenges like environmental noise and micro-interactions. Initial results show that speech Large Language Models (SLLMs) still have significant room for improvement in noisy environments, highlighting the importance of spatial audio for complex contexts.
WebGym is a new open-source environment for training realistic visual web agents. It contains nearly 300,000 tasks on real-world websites, with rubric-based evaluations and diverse difficulty levels. A high-throughput asynchronous rollout system speeds up trajectory sampling, significantly improving performance compared to proprietary models.
A new study introduces the Physical Transformer, an architecture that integrates transformer-style computation with geometric representations and physical dynamics. The hierarchical model aims to bridge the gap between digital artificial intelligence and interaction with the real world, opening new avenues for more interpretable reasoning, control, and interaction systems.
Experts from McKinsey and General Catalyst agree: Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of work and the skills required. The traditional 'learn once, work forever' model is obsolete. Continuous training is therefore essential to remain competitive.
During a Q&A at CES 2025, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang stated that the future of graphics is neural rendering. He also hinted that the company is working on "utterly shocking and incredible" technologies in its labs, suggesting significant advancements in DLSS and potentially new heights for the RTX architecture.
CES 2026 in Las Vegas is underway, with a strong focus on artificial intelligence. Nvidia and AMD presented their latest innovations during press conferences, while the Unveiled event offered a preview of future trends. AI is confirmed as a key theme this year.
Paid tools that “strip” clothes from photos have been available on the darker corners of the internet for years. Now, Elon Musk's X is removing barriers to entry—and making the results public.
A viral Reddit post alleging fraud from a food delivery app turned out to be AI-generated. Even when fake content is debunked, the damage has often already been done due to its rapid spread.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang envisions a future where robots, powered by AI, will integrate into the workforce, filling labor shortages and performing tasks that humans may no longer want to do. A bold vision that opens up new scenarios for automation.
MIT research has quantified the energy budget of lab-created earthquakes. Only a fraction of seismic energy manifests as ground shaking, while most dissipates as heat and rock fracturing. A region's geological history influences its seismic vulnerability.
At MIT, students have the opportunity to develop hands-on engineering skills in a collaborative environment. A course focused on building chemically powered cars gives students the freedom to tackle design challenges independently, while fostering teamwork and innovation.
Evelyn Wang, MIT's new vice president for energy and climate, is aiming for a holistic approach to address global climate challenges. The goal is to promote collaboration across disciplines and institutions, developing innovative and sustainable solutions. Wang, drawing on her experience at ARPA-E, aims to transform how we address climate change, focusing on a future of well-being and prosperity for communities.
Nvidia anticipates strong demand in China for its H200 data center GPU. Jensen Huang stated that the company is finalizing U.S. export licensing. Despite political sensitivities, Nvidia is confident in the Chinese market's interest in its products.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the company is considering several options to mitigate GPU pricing pressures. These include increasing the production of older models and integrating advanced artificial intelligence features on older hardware as well.
xAI, the artificial intelligence company founded by Elon Musk, announced it has raised $20 billion in a Series E funding round. Nvidia is among the investors, but xAI has not disclosed if these investments come in the form of equity or debt.
Astronomers have discovered a galaxy cluster dating back to the early universe that exhibits unexpected characteristics. The intergalactic gas within it is surprisingly hot, in contrast to current cosmological model predictions. This discovery challenges our understanding of the formation and evolution of cosmic structures.
A California senator has introduced a bill to ban the use of AI-powered chatbots in toys intended for children. The main reason is the lack of regulation and the potential safety risks for children, who could be used as guinea pigs by Big Tech.
CES 2026 confirms its role as a showcase for innovation, but also for decidedly eccentric products. Among these, stand out an AI-powered panda pet and an anime-style desk hologram. Let's discover together the most curious proposals presented this year at the consumer electronics show.
Early community tests of DLSS 4.5 reveal a performance drop of over 20% compared to DLSS 4.0 on RTX 20 and 30 series GPUs. Nvidia's warnings appear to be confirmed following the release of the new version. Let's delve into the details of this impact on older graphics cards.
OpenAI must review millions of deleted ChatGPT logs, previously considered untouchable, for a legal case. A judge has rejected OpenAI's objections, paving the way for news organizations' requests to access the data to ascertain copyright infringements.
Nvidia announced at CES 2026 that it would help Siemens’ electronic design automation (EDA) software run on its GPUs in an attempt to speed up the chip-design process. Nearly all computer chips today are designed using EDA tools, and as chip features get smaller and transistors more numerous, the process has grown more computationally demanding.
At CES, Nvidia highlighted its booming data center business, focusing on the NVL72 Rubin platform. This shift indicates a potential new strategic direction, with increasing attention towards complex and scalable AI solutions for enterprises.
At CES 2026, Asus refreshes its tried and true Zenbook lineup. The new models include Zenbook S14, S16, A14, A16, and Zenbook Duo, sporting brand-new chips and upgrades. Asus' move aims to solidify its position in the high-end laptop market, offering options for different needs and preferences.
CES 2026 in Las Vegas promises to be full of innovations, with a focus on artificial intelligence and its integration into the physical world. Our special correspondents will closely follow the presentations of companies such as Amazon, Nvidia, and Hyundai, documenting the latest innovations in robotics, autonomous vehicles, and more. The event promises to reveal how AI is transforming various industries.
Facial recognition algorithms are increasingly used, from law enforcement to immigration control operations. Defending yourself is possible, even without complex technologies. There are several ways to disguise yourself from facial recognition systems in everyday life, without having to resort to special clothing or high-tech anti-surveillance devices.
China's GPU cloud market is rapidly consolidating around a few domestic leaders. Baidu and Huawei are emerging as the main players, while access to Nvidia's most advanced accelerators remains restricted due to export controls. This situation favors the development of homegrown solutions.
As ministers push to loosen rules to speed up AI adoption, The Law Society argues that the existing legal framework is robust enough. The main challenge lies in the uncertainty surrounding current laws, not in their inadequacy. Lawyers are seeking clarity on liability, data protection, and human oversight when using AI tools, especially in sensitive areas such as court representation and conveyancing.
PubMatic's AgenticOS platform introduces agentic AI into digital marketing, promising faster decision cycles and a reallocation of human resources towards strategy and innovation. Early tests indicate a significant reduction in setup time and issue resolution, paving the way for greater efficiency and better use of marketing budgets. Adoption requires a precise definition of objectives and constraints.
An agreement between the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has exposed the personal data of approximately 80 million Medicaid patients to ICE. The agreement, made public following a lawsuit, reveals sensitive details such as bank account numbers and addresses, raising concerns about privacy and the use of such information for identifying immigrants.
AMD has unveiled its CDNA 6-based Instinct MI500-series GPUs, featuring HBM4E memory. Slated for a 2027 release, these GPUs are projected to deliver a 1000X performance increase compared to the Instinct MI300X. This announcement sets the stage for an era of YottaFLOPS data centers, unlocking new possibilities for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.
Gigabyte aims for the top with its new Aorus RTX 5090, directly challenging the Asus ROG Matrix. The card promises superior performance thanks to a cutting-edge cooling system, combining superconducting heatpipes and a double flow-through design to maximize heat dissipation.
David Rosen, one of the co-founders of Sega, has passed away. A former U.S. airman, Rosen helped establish Sega after his service ended in Japan. He was 95 years old. Sega played a crucial role in the evolution of the video game industry, competing with Nintendo in the 1990s.
Asus has unveiled two new ROG Zephyrus laptops at CES, available with 14-inch and 16-inch displays. They feature Intel Core Ultra 300 or AMD Ryzen AI CPUs, and up to an RTX 5090 GPU. The new models promise high performance for gaming and content creation, combining power and portability in a sleek and compact design.
The security of container images is crucial for modern applications. Echo, Google Distroless, and Ubuntu Containers offer different approaches to reduce vulnerabilities and improve reliability. The choice depends on the specific needs of the organization, considering factors such as vulnerability management, completeness, and ecosystem compatibility.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced during his keynote speech at CES that Vera Rubin NVL72 is now officially in production. The new datacenter AI platform offers up to 5x the performance of Blackwell counterparts.
Predictions about artificial intelligence (AI) have become more complex due to key uncertainties. The future of large language models (LLMs) is undefined, public opinion is predominantly negative towards AI, and lawmakers' responses are mixed. Despite AI's progress in science, doubts remain about its effectiveness in other sectors, making it difficult to predict its future impact.
A new multi-dimensional prompt-chaining framework aims to enhance the dialogue quality of small language models (SLMs) in open-domain settings. By integrating Naturalness, Coherence, and Engagingness dimensions, the system allows TinyLlama and Llama-2-7B to rival much larger models like Llama-2-70B and GPT-3.5 Turbo.
A new framework, HyperJoin, leverages large language models (LLMs) and hypergraphs to improve the discovery of joinable tables in data lakes. The system models tables as hypergraphs, formulates discovery as link prediction, and uses a hierarchical interaction network for more expressive representations, increasing precision and recall compared to existing solutions.
A new study introduces metrics to analyze how language models compress intentions into token sequences. Researchers defined three model-agnostic metrics – intention entropy, effective dimensionality, and latent knowledge recoverability – and conducted experiments on a 4-bit Mistral 7B model to evaluate the effectiveness of "chain of thought" in reducing entropy and improving accuracy.
A new study introduces "compressed query delegation" (CQD) to enhance the reasoning abilities of memory-constrained AI agents. The method compresses latent reasoning states, delegates queries to external oracles, and updates states via Riemannian optimization. Results show improvements over traditional methods in complex tasks.
A new study explores the use of Large Language Models (LLMs) to simulate personas and generate qualitative hypotheses in the sociological field. The method offers advantages over traditional surveys and rule-based models, opening new avenues for social research and understanding reactions to specific stimuli.
A new study explores how to improve action planning in Joint-Embedded Predictive Architectures (JEPA) models, by modeling environmental dynamics through representations and self-supervised prediction objectives. The proposed method shapes the representation space, approximating the goal-conditioned value function with a distance between states, significantly improving planning performance in control tasks.
A new study explores per-query control in Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) systems, modeling the choice between different retrieval depths, generation modes, and query refusal. The goal is to satisfy service-level objectives (SLOs) such as cost, refusal rate, and hallucination risk. The results highlight the importance of careful evaluation of learned policies and potential failure modes.
A novel geometric deep learning framework, called IM-PINN, promises to solve partial differential equations on complex Riemannian manifolds without the use of meshes. The system is based on neural networks and aims to overcome the limitations of traditional methods, offering greater accuracy and efficiency in computation.
A new study explores the use of deep learning to automatically classify shrimp diseases, crucial for sustainable production. Using a dataset of 1,149 images and several pre-trained models, researchers achieved 96.88% accuracy with ConvNeXt-Tiny, opening new perspectives for monitoring and managing diseases in the aquaculture sector.
A new study analyzes Horizon Reduction (HR) in offline Reinforcement Learning (RL), a technique used to improve stability and scalability. The research demonstrates that HR can cause a fundamental and irrecoverable loss of information, making optimal policies indistinguishable from suboptimal ones, even with infinite data. Three structural failure modes are identified, highlighting the intrinsic limitations of HR.
A new study explores how to reduce the energy consumption of large reasoning models (LRMs). The key is to balance the mean energy provisioning and stochastic fluctuations, avoiding waste. Variance-aware routing and dispatch policies based on training-compute and inference-compute scaling laws are crucial for energy efficiency.
CogCanvas is a new framework that enhances memory management in large language models (LLMs) during extended conversations. Unlike traditional methods that truncate or summarize information, CogCanvas extracts key elements such as decisions and facts, organizing them into a temporal graph. Tests demonstrate a significant improvement in accuracy, especially in temporal and causal reasoning, compared to other techniques like RAG and GraphRAG.
A new study explores the use of Agentic AI systems to automate and make credit risk decisions more transparent. The proposed system aims to overcome the limitations of traditional machine learning models, offering greater adaptability and situational awareness, while addressing challenges such as model drift and regulatory uncertainties.
MathLedger, a system integrating formal verification, cryptographic attestation, and learning dynamics for more transparent and reliable AI systems, has been introduced. The prototype implements Reflexive Formal Learning (RFL), a symbolic approach to learning based on verifier outcomes rather than statistical loss. Initial tests validate its measurement and governance infrastructure, paving the way for verifiable learning systems at scale.
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