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AlphaCode is a machine-learning model developed by researchers at DeepMind that is designed to assist human programmers in writing code. This model uses natural language processing techniques to understand coding problems expressed in text, and then uses reasoning to come up with possible solutions. In recent competitive coding challenges, AlphaCode has achieved impressive results compared to other AI models, ranking in the top 54.3% on average and solving 66% of the problems using its first submission. Despite these successes, some experts have raised concerns about the ethical implications of using such advanced AI tools in programming. Nevertheless, many believe that AlphaCode could be used to increase productivity and make programming more accessible to a new generation of developers. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
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https://news.uga.edu/new-facial-recognition-technology-scans-your-ear/
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Ear recognition may be more convenient if you’re masking.
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https://chadvesting.substack.com/p/common-misconceptions-about-germanys
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In Germany, there are a lot of common misconceptions, particularly with regards to its culture, economy, and history. Many people think that the country is still divided into East and West, when in fact it has been unified since 1990. Additionally, there is a widespread view that Germans have a cold disposition, whereas in reality, they are warm and friendly people who value hospitality highly. Furthermore, many believe Germany’s economy is weak due to its past but in reality, it is one of the strongest economies in Europe today. Finally, some people may view German politics as conservative or restrictive but in fact, it is quite progressive and open-minded. As this article highlights, all of these widely held misconceptions about Germany can be easily debunked if we take time to understand the complexity and nuances of the country’s culture, economy, and history. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
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https://www.businessinsider.com/remote-work-gutted-city-downtowns-office-real-estate-apocalypse-2022-12
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The pandemic has had a drastic and unprecedented impact on various aspects of our day-to-day lives, but none more concerning than the effect it has had on urban office real estate. With the widespread shift to working from home, many cities have found themselves in an “office real estate apocalypse” as companies have been forced to rethink how they use their buildings and spaces. While remote work has provided many benefits to employees, it has also caused a marked decrease in demand for downtown office buildings, leaving many areas struggling with a surplus of empty space. This decreased demand is further compounded by the fact that businesses are cutting back on long-term commitments due to the unstable environment created by the pandemic. It is unclear what the future holds for office real estate, but one thing is certain – adapting to this new reality will require creative solutions and collaboration between businesses and city governments alike. To read more, use the button below to open the original external article.
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Canada once again has one of the world's 10 largest economies, according to a new report that forecasts the country to rise to eighth place by 2029.
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https://www.theguardian.com/business/2019/dec/25/glaxosmithkline-gsk-artificial-intellienge-ai-drug-development
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Firm is recruiting artificial intelligence specialists and developing new genomics lab
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3043437/china-prepares-unleash-artificial-intelligence-catch-tax-cheats
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Researchers involved in project say it will make it almost impossible to avoid detection, while the current fragmented system is easier to get around.
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https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3042818/chinese-scientists-create-game-changer-methanol-battery-keeps
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Developers of FY-36 say they overcame ‘tons of problems’ to create alcohol-fuelled battery that allows 15kg (33lb) drone to fly for up to 12 hours.
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https://www.wired.com/story/moondust-nasa-lunar-ambitions/
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It's superfine. It's sharp. It sticks to everything. Before we return to the moon, we'll have to conquer one of the weirdest substances in the solar system.
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While Apollo placed the first steps on the Moon, Artemis opens the door for humanity to sustainably work and live on another world for the first time. Using ...
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https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/18/education/artificial-intelligence-tutors-teachers.html
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Artificial intelligence is starting to take over repetitive tasks in classrooms, like grading, and is optimizing coursework and revolutionizing the preparation for college entrance exams.
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https://endpts.com/arch-backed-biotech-emerges-with-85m-and-a-bold-claim-a-new-human-hormone-can-reverse-a-key-effect-of-aging/
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https://thenextweb.com/syndication/2019/12/17/cosmology-in-crisis-as-evidence-suggests-our-universe-isnt-flat-its-actually-curved/
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No matter how elegant your theory is, experimental data will have the last word. Observations of the retrograde motion of the planets were fundamental to the Copernican revolution, in which the sun replaced Earth at the centre of the solar system. And the unusual orbit of Mercury provided a spectacular confirmation of the theory of […]
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https://ipolitics.ca/2019/12/16/gig-economy-work-in-canada-is-growing-stats-can-says/
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Currently, half the programming Canadian broadcasters air between 6 p.m. and midnight must be Canadian. There are no such rules for streaming services
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https://www.wsj.com/articles/in-cities-across-america-the-fight-for-curb-space-heats-up-during-the-holidays-11576238403
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Cities across the country are turning to what government officials and urban planners call “curb management strategies” to help congestion, a year-round problem that peaks during the holiday shopping season.
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https://newatlas.com/space/nasa-releases-water-martian-map-future-astronauts/
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Intended as a potential aid to future space travelers, NASA has released a water map of Mars. Based on remote sensing data from the space agency's Mars orbiters, the new map shows areas where water ice may lurk within an inch (2.5 cm) of the surface.
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https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/millennials-are-leaving-religion-and-not-coming-back/
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Millennials have earned a reputation for reshaping industries and institutions — shaking up the workplace, transforming dating culture, and rethinking parentho…
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https://www.cnet.com/news/nasa-finds-mars-water-ice-deposits-astronauts-could-reach-with-a-shovel/
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According to NASA's "treasure map," future red planet astronauts won't have to carry all their water from Earth.
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The U.S. Navy finally has a realistic plan for expanding the front-line fleet from around 290 ships in 2019 to a high of 355. The sailing branch is going to start building lots of inexpensive robotic vessels, while also counting them as full-fledged warships.