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First human 'synthetic embryos' created
News Jun 16, 2023

First human 'synthetic embryos' created

“We can create human embryo-like models by the reprogramming of [embryonic stem] cells” — Prof. Żernicka-Goetz
amara_angelica 2 min read
David Brin & Ben Goertzel on Grace Robot’s AGI Toddler Concerns | Highlights: Episode 1 of the Mindplex Pubcast
Podcast Mar 4, 2023

David Brin & Ben Goertzel on Grace Robot’s AGI Toddler Concerns | Highlights: Episode 1 of the Mindplex Pubcast

David Brin was quite impressed with Grace Robot’s concerns about AGI Toddler soulchip upgrades. He explains exactly why, while Ben Goertzel joins in with further analysis.
mindplex 1 min read
Ben Goertzel and Chelsea Manning on Democratic AI & Deep Fake Solutions | Highlights from Episode 8
Podcast Jul 3, 2023

Ben Goertzel and Chelsea Manning on Democratic AI & Deep Fake Solutions | Highlights from Episode 8

Ben Goertzel and Chelsea Manning discuss possible solutions to deep fakes that already exist, but probably won’t be implemented fast enough to help deter confusion in the upcoming elections.
mindplex 1 min read
Ethical AI Through The Lens of Ecology
Community Sep 2, 2024

Ethical AI Through The Lens of Ecology

As AI reshapes our world, a new ethical approach is emerging—one that aligns technology with ecological principles, advocating for AI systems that enhance environmental sustainability and respect biodiversity.
galorian 4 min read
Improve GPT-4’s Performance by 30% with This Self-Reflective Agent Technique!
News Mar 30, 2023

Improve GPT-4’s Performance by 30% with This Self-Reflective Agent Technique!

Improve GPT-4 performance by 30% with self-reflection using Reflexion, an innovative problem-solving technique.
lewisfarrell 1 min read
Revolutionizing Cybersecurity: Beyond Identity's Zero Trust Authentication Initiative Takes on the Hackers
News Mar 16, 2023

Revolutionizing Cybersecurity: Beyond Identity's Zero Trust Authentication Initiative Takes on the Hackers

Revolutionizing Cybersecurity: Beyond Identity's Zero Trust Authentication Initiative Takes on the Hackers.
lewisfarrell 1 min read
AI Earrings" in Dutch Museum Spark Fierce Controversy Over Artistic Integrity
News Mar 13, 2023

AI Earrings" in Dutch Museum Spark Fierce Controversy Over Artistic Integrity

Controversy erupts at Dutch museum over use of AI to recreate Vermeer's "Girl with a Pearl Earring
lewisfarrell 1 min read
AI's Dirty Secret: The Shocking Carbon Footprint of the Technology That Powers Our Lives
News Mar 9, 2023

AI's Dirty Secret: The Shocking Carbon Footprint of the Technology That Powers Our Lives

AI's rapid growth is causing a massive increase in carbon emissions. Experts call for transparency and efficiency.
lewisfarrell 1 min read
Protect Yourself from Scammers Who are Using Voice-Cloning Technology
News Mar 23, 2023

Protect Yourself from Scammers Who are Using Voice-Cloning Technology

Protect your wallet from scammers using voice-cloning technology. Learn how to spot and avoid them.
lewisfarrell 1 min read
Ethereum's Web3 URL: Access DApps and NFTs Without Centralized Censorship
News Mar 16, 2023

Ethereum's Web3 URL: Access DApps and NFTs Without Centralized Censorship

Say goodbye to centralized censorship: Ethereum's new Web3 URL standard can't be blocked.
lewisfarrell 1 min read