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Evolving Intelligence: How Chimpanzees Get Good at Using Tools Even When They're Grown-Up

A research in PLOS Biology shows that chimpanzees keep improving their ability to use tools as they grow older, just like humans. This suggests that learning continues throughout their lives.

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Ultra-Pure Silicon Chip Sparks a Quantum Computing Revolution

Researchers at the Universities of Melbourne and Manchester have developed a groundbreaking method for producing highly purified silicon that enhances the capabilities of quantum computers.

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With the assistance of artificial intelligence, Randy Travis regained his ability to sing. Here's how his first song after having a stroke came about

With artificial intelligence, country music star Randy Travis has his voice back. In 2013, the Travis was hospitalized with viral cardiomyopathy and later suffered a stroke. He now has aphasia, a condition that limits his ability to speak. It’s why his wife Mary Travis assists him in interviews. It’s also why he hasn’t released new music in over a decade, until now. “Where That Came From” is a new composition, developed using an AI model built from vocal samples across his career. “We were so excited,” said Mary Travis in an exclusive interview with AP, while seated next to Randy. “All I ever wanted since the day of a stroke was to hear that voice again.”

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“To the Future”: Saudi Arabia is investing a lot of money to become really good at AI

'To the Future': Saudi Arabia Spends Big to Become an AI Superpower

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The head of sports at a school used computer intelligence to create a false audio recording of the principal making racist comments, according to the police

According to Baltimore County police, Dazhon Darien generated the voice of Pikesville High School's principal in response to discussions about Darien's subpar work performance and the status of his contract.

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Microsoft has made a significant deal for renewable energy with Brookfield Asset Management

Brookfield Asset Management, along with Brookfield Renewable and Microsoft (NDAQ: MSFT), have happily announced the signing of a worldwide renewable energy framework agreement (“the agreement”) to help Microsoft reach its goal of…

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Citi Group has reached $441 billion of its $1 trillion sustainable finance goal for 2030, and renewable energy is a major reason for this

In 2023, Citi repeated its promise to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles during a complicated global situation marked by urgent environmental issues and changes in the economy. The yearly ESG report explains…

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Bumblebees are in trouble: Their nests are getting too hot because of global warming, which threatens their populations

Wild bumblebees all over the world need a similar nest temperature — with global warming driving temperatures up, their nests could be too hot for…

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Reassessing Early Education: Startling Insights From a New Preschool Study

New review from Teachers College, Columbia University, University of Virginia, University of California-Irvine, and University of Delaware Reveals Varied Impact of Preschool Programs on Long-Term…

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Predator in Paradise: Lionfish’s Rapid Invasion of the Mediterranean Sea

A new study highlights the rapid expansion of the invasive lionfish in the Mediterranean Sea, revealing its impact on local biodiversity and the crucial role…

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