A NASA spacecraft the size of a golf cart has been directed to smash into an asteroid, with the intention of knocking it slightly off course. The test aims to demonstrate our…
Month: November 2021
Want to develop ethical AI? Then we need more African voices
Artificial intelligence (AI) was once the stuff of science fiction. But it’s becoming widespread. It is used in mobile phone technology and motor vehicles. It powers tools for agriculture and healthcare. But…
A Sam’s Club membership for $19.99. Plus a $10 gift card and other freebies for Black Friday
TLDR: Enjoy warehouse store savings with a 1-year membership to Sam’s Club at a Black Friday price that you definitely won’t see every day. With the holiday season here, it’s a good…
If you’ve ever wanted to learn to be an animator, this package can make it happen
TLDR: The Complete Cartoon Animator 4 Pro Mac Bundle can help turn any budding artist into an experienced and seasoned animator for just $29.99. You’ve probably seen a behind-the-scenes documentary on the…
Worried about AI ethics? Worry about developers’ ethics first
Artificial intelligence is already making decisions in the fields of business, health care and manufacturing. But AI algorithms generally still get help from people applying checks and making the final call. What…
7 reasons why we are failing to decarbonize transport
Transport accounts for 21% of global carbon emissions. It is now the largest emitting sector in many developed countries. While Europe and North America dominate historic transport emissions, much of the projected growth…
Who are the nuns taking on Microsoft?
Microsoft has survived brutal battles against Apple and Google, but the company now faces a more formidable foe: the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. The congregation is leading a group of…
We picked the 3 coolest two-wheelers from the EIMCA Moto Show
This year’s EICMA Moto Show started on November 25 and, boy, has it showcased some juicy rides for two-wheeler lovers. Sadly, I was unable to attend, but I could comfort myself with…
AI must have its own goals to be truly intelligent
Welcome to AI book reviews, a series of posts that explore the latest literature on artificial intelligence. What is intelligence? Is it the capacity to solve complicated mathematical problems at very fast speeds?…
Grab a year of PlayStation Plus and a lifetime of VPN Unlimited at a serious Black Friday price
TLDR: With the VPN Unlimited Lifetime and PlayStation Plus 1-Yr Subscription Bundle, you get both awesome PlayStation action and full online protection, all for under $50. Far Cry 6. Battlefield 2042. Returnal….