AI May Distort Polling by Relying on Computers for Public Opinion Rather Than Individuals
An AI startup recently carried out a poll on maternal health policy, which on the surface seemed routine. However, all the feedback came from computer simulations rather than actual humans, a method referred to as “silicon sampling.” The issue was brought to light when Axios published an article discussing maternal health policy that referenced a […]
Quantum computers pose a significant risk to 6.7 million bitcoins, including those owned by Satoshi.
Google researchers raised concerns within the cryptocurrency sector on Tuesday, suggesting that future quantum machines might require fewer resources to undermine the classical encryption that secures blockchains, like Bitcoin. This finding contradicts the usual expectations regarding when quantum threats to digital assets might emerge. According to a blog post on Tuesday, Google reported a 20-fold […]
Fake Google Meet notification allows attackers to access computers
You might think that the biggest danger online is something like downloading a virus or accidentally sharing your password. However, new phishing methods reveal that attackers can take control of your computer without you even realizing it. Recently, security experts have found a fraudulent Google Meet update page that looks genuine enough to mislead many […]
Can computers truly compensate for a decline in intelligence?
The Return of the Terminal Recently, there’s been a notable comeback of the terminal. It’s strange, really—something we thought we’d moved past is coming back around. We generally think of technology as progressing endlessly, so this leap back to command-line interfaces and text-based terminals catches one off guard. After years of favoring user-friendly, graphical interfaces, […]
Tiny quantum computers are being developed in Westchester, NY.
Nestled between a gym and an inflatable fun park, roughly 25 miles north of Manhattan, engineers are crafting some of the smallest quantum computers ever created. SEEQC, located in Elmsford, New York, has integrated an entire room’s worth of quantum computing equipment onto a single chip. This includes a massive cylinder cooled to almost absolute […]
Caution: These new web browsers can lead to your computer’s data being taken with a single click
For many years, Google Chrome has been the leading web browser across various devices, including laptops and mobile phones. However, with the rise of generative AI, a new type of web browser called “agent browsers” is emerging, designed to complete tasks with minimal user input. While this sounds handy, security experts are raising concerns about […]
Cybernetics promised a connection between humans and computers. So why do we feel so disconnected?
The Origins and Evolution of Cybernetics Cybernetics has its roots in a tumultuous era, specifically around the time of World War II. The term was introduced in 1948 by Norbert Wiener, a mathematician at MIT, while he was addressing the urgent challenge of how machines could counteract each other in combat. This concept was steeped […]
Mayor Adams and Jazz Chisholm Jr. share plans for 350,000 free computers for students in NYC.
New Initiative for NYC Students There’s some exciting news coming out of the Big Apple. New York City Public Schools are set to receive new laptops, thanks to a partnership with T-Mobile. Mayor Eric Adams announced this initiative on Monday, alongside Yankees player Jazz Chisholm Jr. The city is rolling out an impressive 350,000 Chromebooks […]
Documents show that the FBI took phones and computers from Bolton’s residence.
The FBI’s recent raid on John Bolton’s home has unveiled a considerable amount of seized materials, including documents located across various electronic devices. A detailed list, which has surfaced from court documents, identifies more than twelve items taken from the former national security adviser’s Bethesda, Marylandhome. Among the technology collected were two iPhones—one red, the […]
IBM and Google report advances in the development of quantum computers
Momentum in Quantum Computing Development The quest for practical quantum computers seems to be gaining speed as major tech companies report they’re moving closer to transitioning from small experimental models to fully operational systems in just a few years. IBM has laid out ambitious plans for a large-scale quantum machine, asserting that they aim to […]