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3D Printing for Fusion Reactors and Brain Tumor Research [10-30-2024]

Lost Mayan City Unearthed Through Advanced Technology

Archaeologists using state-of-the-art technology such as lidar, drones, and satellite maps have discovered a lost Mayan city named Valeriana in the dense jungle of southern Mexico. This discovery illustrates the potential of advanced tools in uncovering hidden civilizations and expanding our understanding of ancient cultures.

Source: https://www.wired.com/story/lost-mayan-city-valeriana-lidar-discovery/


China hacked phones of Trump family

China allegedly hacked the devices of Donald Trump's family, including his son and son-in-law. The hacking operation, attributed to China-linked hackers, targeted fewer than 100 individuals, including members of Kamala Harris's campaign staff and diplomatic, government, and policy experts.

Source: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/us/politics/2024/10/29/china-hacked-phones-donald-trump-family-says-fbi/


X Users Earn Thousands from US Election Misinformation and AI Images

According to a report by the BBC, some users on X are earning thousands of dollars by sharing content that includes election misinformation, AI-generated images, and unfounded conspiracy theories. These users have coordinated networks of accounts that re-share each other's content to boost their reach and revenue on the platform. X recently changed its rules to calculate payments based on user engagement, raising questions about incentivizing the spread of provocative and potentially false claims.

Source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cx2dpj485nno


Princeton's 3D-Printed Fusion Reactor Points Towards a Clean Energy Future

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory has developed a fusion reactor using 3D-printed parts and off-the-shelf materials, signaling a potential shift towards a clean, abundant energy future. The reactor, constructed at a significantly lower cost and time frame compared to traditional nuclear power plants, holds the promise of carbon-free energy production without the risk of nuclear meltdowns or toxic waste.

Source: https://gizmodo.com/princeton-3d-printed-a-nuclear-fusion-reactor-2000518328


Bioprinting Technology Aims to Revolutionize Brain Tumor Treatment Research

Researchers at the University of Cincinnati are using 3D bioprinting to create artificial blood vessels for testing new custom-tailored drugs and studying the resilience of brain tumors, particularly glioblastoma, which has poor survival outcomes and limited available therapies.

Source: https://www.uc.edu/news/articles/2024/09/new-biotech-targets-brain-tumor-treatments.html


Google CEO: Over 25% of New Google Code Generated by AI

Google's CEO revealed that over 25% of new Google code is generated by AI, showing how AI tools are impacting software development. While some tout the benefits of AI in coding, concerns about bugs and errors in future software have also been raised. Despite the potential for AI to accelerate tasks, human oversight is still needed to ensure the quality of the code.

Source: https://arstechnica.com/ai/2024/10/google-ceo-says-over-25-of-new-google-code-is-generated-by-ai/


Medical Workers Continue Adoption of AI Transcription Tool Despite Hallucinations

OpenAI's Whisper transcription tool has been found to create fabricated text in medical and business settings, leading to concerns about its use in health care. Despite warnings against using Whisper for 'high-risk domains', over 30,000 medical workers are currently using Whisper-based tools to transcribe patient visits.

Source: https://www.wired.com/story/hospitals-ai-transcription-tools-hallucination/


LinkedIn Introduces AI Agent 'Hiring Assistant' to Transform Recruitment Process

LinkedIn has launched an AI agent called Hiring Assistant, aimed at assisting job recruiters with tasks such as creating job descriptions, sourcing candidates, and engaging with them. The AI assistant is currently live with a select group of customers and is set to roll out more widely in the coming months.

Source: https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/29/linkedin-launches-its-first-ai-agent-to-take-on-the-role-of-job-recruiters/


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