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AI & Machine Learning

The latest breakthroughs and applications in artificial intelligence, from large language models to neural networks.

Erin Brockovich leading a community initiative against secretive AI data centers, highlighting environmental and public concerns.

Erin Brockovich Tackles Data Center Secrecy with New Transparency Initiative

In just one month, environmental advocate Erin Brockovich received nearly 4,000 community complaints about AI data centers, revealing a substantial, previously unquantified public concern across the U

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 1· 3 min
Young filmmaker Kane Parsons directing a scene from 'Backrooms' in a mysterious, dimly lit environment, symbolizing the rise of YouTuber-directed films.

Kane Parsons' 'Backrooms' Highlights Trend of YouTuber-Directed Films

The movie 'Backrooms,' directed by YouTuber Kane Parsons, is projected to earn between $85 million and $89 million in its opening weekend, setting a new record for A24, according to Deadline .

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 31· 3 min
A diverse group of professionals in a modern office discussing investments, with abstract AI art symbolizing innovation in the background.

Snap Alums Launch Ghost Angels Fund

Twenty former Snap employees have already deployed capital into five companies through their new venture fund, Ghost Angels, with plans for 15 additional investments in the next year Zamin Uz .

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 31· 3 min
Futuristic cityscape with holographic AI interfaces and diverse people interacting, illustrating the widespread integration of artificial intelligence in daily life.

AI Terms Explained: Your Guide to Artificial Intelligence Basics

ChatGPT, an AI-powered tool, reached 100 million users in just two months, according to UBS Analysis .

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 30· 3 min
Software developers working intently on computers displaying AI-generated code, highlighting the critical role of AI tools in their daily tasks.

Many Coders Refuse to Work Without AI Tools

At a recent developer conference, 70% of surveyed engineers stated they would consider leaving their job if their company restricted access to AI coding assistants, according to DevSurvey 2023 data.

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 30· 4 min
SpaceX Starship rocket launching into space, symbolizing advanced defense technology and national security initiatives.

SpaceX secures $4.16B U.S. Space Force contract for missile defense satellites

The U.S. Space Force recently awarded SpaceX a $4.16 billion contract to develop satellites for a missile and air defense system, marking a substantial commitment. This award is part of an approximate

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 30· 4 min
A shadowy hacker figure cloaked in digital code, representing the mystery of ghost hackers and unsolved cybersecurity breaches.

Ghost hackers leave unsolved cybersecurity mysteries

Eight years after the Shadow Brokers dumped a trove of NSA hacking tools, including the devastating EternalBlue, not a single person has been arrested or charged, leaving one of the most significant c

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 26· 3 min
A high-performance personal blender on a modern kitchen counter, showcasing its power and advanced technology for simplifying adulting.

High-Performance Kitchen Gadgets Simplify Adulting for Busy People

A personal blender with a 1,200-watt motor, capable of turning fibrous kale into a creamy smoothie in seconds, costs $165, a fraction of its high-end competitors.

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 24· 3 min
Formula 1 car with AI data streams, representing Ferrari's use of IBM AI to enhance fan experience and provide strategic insights.

Ferrari uses IBM AI to boost F1 fan experience

For the first time, Formula 1 fans can access AI-generated race summaries, real-time telemetry, and strategic insights directly from Scuderia Ferrari HP's new app, powered by IBM Watsonx.

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 23· 3 min
Holographic Spotify logo above a concert stage, symbolizing exclusive ticket access for premium users.

Spotify 'Reserved' Offers Concert Tickets for Premium Users

Spotify launched 'Reserved,' a new feature holding two concert tickets per tour for eligible Premium subscribers, according to The Hollywood Reporter .

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 21· 3 min
A user interacting with a futuristic AI interface in a studio, with a podcast microphone symbolizing content creation.

Spotify Launches AI Tools to Personalize Your Podcast Listening

At Spotify, users can now input an idea into an experimental application, 'Studio,' and receive a fully AI-generated podcast.

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 21· 4 min
A sophisticated AI agent, visualized as glowing neural networks, proactively organizing and presenting information on a holographic interface.

Google AI agents power proactive searches with new Gemini models

Google has unveiled a reimagined 'intelligent search box' and AI-powered information agents, marking its biggest change to Search in over 25 years, according to TechCrunch .

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 20· 3 min
User conversing with an AI-powered Gmail interface at Google IO 2026, showcasing the new 'Gmail Live' feature for natural language email interaction.

Google IO 2026: Talk to your Gmail inbox with AI features

At Google IO 2026, Google unveiled 'Gmail Live,' a new feature allowing users to simply ask their inbox natural language questions to find information, fundamentally changing how email is managed.

Dr. Anya Sharma· May 20· 3 min
5 AI App Builder Mistakes Non-Technical Builders Make (and How Joylo Helps Avoid Them)

5 AI App Builder Mistakes Non-Technical Builders Make (and How Joylo Helps Avoid Them)

The AI app development market is experiencing explosive growth, projected to reach nearly $222 billion by 2034 as businesses rush to implement automated, data-driven solutions. For non-technical founders, this technology…

Sponsored by Joylo· Sep 11· 5 min
What is a GSR Score? Unpacking Menu-Order AI's Metric for GLP-1 Satisfaction

What is a GSR Score? Unpacking Menu-Order AI's Metric for GLP-1 Satisfaction

The GSR (GLP-1 Satisfaction Ratio) score, a proprietary metric by Menu-Order AI, helps GLP-1 users make informed dining choices by evaluating menu items based on protein, fiber, and calories. This AI-powered app scans any menu in real-time, providing personalized scores and "Smart Tweaks" to enhance meal satisfaction.

Sponsored by GLP· Sep 10· 6 min
What Academic Researchers Want to Know About Explore Science AI: A Q&A

What Academic Researchers Want to Know About Explore Science AI: A Q&A

Generative AI tools are rapidly becoming a staple in academic settings. A recent study found that 65% of US university STEM faculty have used generative AI in their teaching or research, with 84% of those users planning …

Sponsored by Explore Science AI· Sep 6· 8 min
The 5 Best AI-Powered Literature Review Tools in 2026

The 5 Best AI-Powered Literature Review Tools in 2026

The article reviews the top AI-powered literature review tools for 2026, focusing on their ability to accelerate discovery in demanding scientific fields like materials science and battery research. It highlights criteria such as domain specificity, verifiability, synthesis capability, and data security.

Sponsored by Wensura· Sep 1· 7 min
How Contero AI's conteroIQ™ Actually Works in 2026

How Contero AI's conteroIQ™ Actually Works in 2026

Understanding how agentic AI automation works is becoming critical for businesses aiming to maintain a consistent and authentic online presence. Contero AI has developed a sophisticated system centered on its conteroIQ™ …

Sponsored by Contero AI· Aug 25· 6 min
5 Ways Intention.ly's Advisor Brand Builder AI Is Transforming Advisor Marketing in 2026

5 Ways Intention.ly's Advisor Brand Builder AI Is Transforming Advisor Marketing in 2026

Intention.ly's Advisor Brand Builder AI is transforming financial advisor marketing by accelerating brand development, solving scalability for growing enterprises, and democratizing access to professional-grade marketing. This platform leverages AI to compress months-long branding processes into days, enabling rapid deployment of compliant, high-quality brand identities.

Sponsored by Intention.ly· Aug 12· 5 min
Introducing Buy & Charter: A Look at the AI Vessel Assessment Play

Introducing Buy & Charter: A Look at the AI Vessel Assessment Play

Buy & Charter is an AI-powered platform providing objective vessel assessments, risk analysis, and market comparison reports for boat buyers and charterers. In a market often driven by commissions and sales incentives, t…

Sponsored by Buy & Charter· Jul 27· 7 min
Futuristic cityscape with holographic stock tickers showing upward trends, symbolizing Micron's financial growth and innovation in the AI era.

Wall Street analysts boost Micron stock price predictions for 2026

Micron's market capitalization briefly surpassed tech giants Meta and Tesla on Thursday, a stunning indicator of its recent surge.

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 29· 2 min
A physical book titled 'The Small Stuff' sits on a desk, juxtaposed against a glowing AI interface, symbolizing the book's theme of tangible vs. digital.

'The Small Stuff' book helps readers reclaim lives from convenience

Ian Bogost's new book, 'The Small Stuff,' a 342-gram physical object, was published on July 7, 2026.

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 29· 2 min
Futuristic Indian cityscape with glowing AI data streams connecting digital payment transactions, symbolizing DPI 2.0 growth.

AI to accelerate India's digital payment growth under DPI 2.0

By September 2025, India's Digital Payments Index soared to 516.

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 28· 2 min
Tennis legend Novak Djokovic in a business meeting, advising General Atlantic executives on sports and wellness strategy with futuristic AI elements in the background.

Novak Djokovic Advises General Atlantic on Sports and Wellness

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has formally joined global private equity giant General Atlantic as a Global Strategic Advisor, not an investor.

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 27· 2 min
Abstract representation of the Xbox logo within a glowing, complex circuit board, symbolizing a strategic shift in pricing.

Microsoft Raises Xbox Series S and X Prices Amidst Industry Shifts

Starting October 3, the Xbox Series S 512GB console, previously $399, will now cost $499, marking a significant $100 jump for entry-level gamers, according to Stuff .

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 26· 2 min
Silhouette of a government official overseeing a holographic display of the GPT-5.6 AI model interface in a futuristic server room.

Trump administration asks OpenAI to slow new AI model release

The Trump administration has asked OpenAI to stagger the release of its new AI model, GPT-5.

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 26· 2 min
Futuristic cityscape with AI circuits and engineers collaborating on holographic displays, symbolizing AI's positive impact on engineering.

AI boosts engineering output, creating more jobs for the future

Nvidia, the chipmaker central to the artificial intelligence revolution, now commands a market capitalization exceeding $5.

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 25· 2 min
A young person using a tablet with social media, symbolizing the UK's proposed ban on under 16s accessing these platforms.

UK Government Plans Social Media Ban for Under 16s

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban social media access for all individuals under 16, with restrictions set to take effect by early 2027, according to BBC .

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 15· 2 min
Abstract AI construct collapsing with glitching citations, representing KPMG's withdrawn report and AI hallucination crisis.

KPMG withdraws AI report amid hallucination and oversight crisis

KPMG's report, "Redefining excellence in the age of agentic AI," was entirely withdrawn after approximately 40 of its 45 citations were identified as AI hallucinations.

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 14· 2 min
Meta AI employee protesting against a surveillance program that monitors clicks and keystrokes for AI training data.

Meta AI staff protest surveillance program monitoring employee activity

At a recent internal presentation, a Meta employee hijacked a livestream with an expletive-laden outburst directed at a senior AI executive, exposing deep internal rifts within the company's ambitious

Dr. Anya Sharma· Jun 13· 2 min