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'Proof by intimidation': AI is confidently solving 'impossible' math problems. But can it convince the world's top mathematicians?

AI could soon spew out hundreds of mathematical proofs that look "right" but contain hidden flaws, or proofs so complex we ...

Elon Musk is pushing to build data centers in space. But they won’t solve AI’s power problems anytime soon

Proponents say orbital data centers could solve AI’s power and cooling crunch. Experts say that vision is far more distant ...
The Spoon

Can Springhouse Finally Solve the ‘What’s in My Fridge?’ Problem?

Jay Lee and Springhouse want to help us figure out what’s for dinner. Not only that, but they want to do so by keeping an up-to-date inventory of what’s in our fridge, so we can plan around the ...
Interesting Engineering on MSN

Neither classical nor quantum: This computer lets light solve complex calculations

For decades, the solution to harder problems has been ‘build a bigger computer’— but ...
The Chronicle of Higher Education

To Solve the Student-Attention Problem, Professors Turn to Pencils and Paper

Steven Bouma-Prediger seldom sees students walking between classes without their faces buried in their smartphones. This ...

Brain organoids can be trained to solve a goal-directed task

Imagine balancing a ruler vertically in the palm of your hand: you have to constantly pay attention to the angle of the ruler ...
ZME Science

Computer Chips Designed Like Biological Brains Can Finally Handle Massive Math Problems Without Guzzling Energy Like a Normal Supercomputer

Your brain calculates complex physics every day and you don't even notice. This neuromorphic chip taps into the same idea.

Digital divide not the real problem in schools

This digital divide is real and troubling. Recognising this gap, philanthropists and corporate donors have stepped in with a ...