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Scientists at Aalto University created a quantum-inspired algorithm that solved a materials simulation problem so complex it would overwhelm today's supercomputers. The breakthrough could help design better quantum computers and electronics that never waste energy.
New research reveals that even when algorithms screen renters, human judgment persists through systematic exceptions. The study shows how landlords bake compassion into automated systems, though not equally for everyone.
Australia's government has launched a rapid review of its aged care assessment system after families reported delays in receiving support. The three-month review will examine how the algorithm prioritizes cases.
Meta is making "dear algo" posts an official way to control what you see on Threads, turning user complaints into a helpful tool. The feature lets you customize your feed for three days at a time by simply asking the algorithm what you want.
Scientists created a breakthrough method that helps AI models monitor their own truthfulness from the inside. This "steering" algorithm outperformed competing approaches and could make AI systems more reliable without constant human oversight.
Two landmark rulings found Meta and YouTube guilty of designing addictive algorithms that harm young users' mental health. The verdicts bypass Section 230 protections by targeting product design instead of user content.
A citizen scientist discovered a potentially habitable planet by manually combing through old NASA data that automated searches overlooked. The find has astronomers eager to point their most powerful telescopes at this rare Earth-sized world.
Removing race from a kidney function test gave more than 21,000 Black patients better access to lifesaving transplants. The policy change proves medical equity reforms can work without hurting other groups.
A groundbreaking free tool now allows everyday people to check AI systems for bias and flaws before they make decisions about healthcare, jobs, and housing. The University of Glasgow created the first workbench that puts AI oversight in the hands of those most affected by its decisions.
MIT researchers created MetaEase, a simple tool that finds hidden bugs in cloud computing algorithms before they cause real-world outages. The innovation could prevent the kind of service crashes that leave millions unable to access their apps.
Researchers created a browser extension that reduces political polarization by reordering social media feeds, proving algorithms fuel division and offering a solution anyone can use. The tool worked across all political viewpoints during the 2024 election.
Social media platforms are handing control back to users by letting them personalize their own algorithms. Threads, Instagram, and TikTok now offer tools that let you train your feed to show exactly what you want to see.
Scientists using a new algorithm found more than 10,000 previously unseen planet candidates by analyzing 80 million stars. If confirmed, the discovery could nearly triple the number of known worlds beyond our solar system.
India's healthcare AI revolution is prioritizing smarter diagnostics over bigger algorithms, a shift that could transform how millions access quality care. The focus on real-world implementation over flashy models marks a turning point for practical medical innovation.
An 18-year-old high school student from California discovered over 1.5 million unknown space objects by building an algorithm to analyze retired NASA telescope data. His breakthrough won him $250,000 and publication in a major astronomy journal.
A breakthrough in artificial intelligence called federated learning lets hospitals build better medical algorithms while keeping sensitive patient data safely locked behind their own firewalls. The technology could finally unlock AI's potential in healthcare without sacrificing privacy.
A groundbreaking machine learning algorithm just uncovered more than 10,000 never-before-seen planets orbiting distant stars, potentially tripling the number of known worlds beyond our solar system. The discovery proves that artificial intelligence can help us explore corners of the universe that were previously impossible to search.
A philosopher exposes how predictions don't just forecast what's coming—they actively shape reality. From ancient Rome to modern AI algorithms, those who predict the future are really just grabbing power.
Tech lawyer Irene Mwendwa is documenting how social media algorithms punish women leaders while rewarding men for identical behavior. Her research reveals why platforms profit from harassment while women pay the price.
YouTube's algorithm pushes Russian content to Kyrgyz kids, but researchers discovered a surprisingly simple workaround. Parents watching native language videos on shared devices helps children see more content in their indigenous language.
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