China has taken a groundbreaking step in space technology by launching the first cluster of its planned AI satellite constellation, a project designed to process artificial intelligence computations directly in orbit. This initial deployment of 12 satellites marks the beginning of a 2,800-satellite fleet known as the Three-Body Computing Constellation. Developed by ADA Space and …
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AlphaEvolve is a groundbreaking AI agent developed by Google that uses large language models (LLMs) and automated evaluators to evolve advanced algorithms for mathematics and computing. By combining the creative generation capabilities of LLMs with an evolutionary framework, AlphaEvolve can solve complex problems, improve system efficiency, and advance scientific discovery.
As urban populations surge—expected to reach nearly 70% of the global population by 2050—the concept of the smart city has gained widespread attention in politics, media, and urban planning. The term evokes visions of AI-controlled traffic lights, autonomous buses, and buildings that optimize their own energy use. However, despite billions invested in “smart city” initiatives, …
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A new theory by physicist Ginestra Bianconi suggests that gravity might not be a fundamental force, but something that comes from entropy—the measure of disorder or information in a system. Published in Physical Review D, this framework connects gravity with quantum information, offering a new way to understand the universe by linking geometry, quantum physics, …
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The discussion centers on the potential of AI systems and whether they are nearing the development of AGI—artificial general intelligence. While recent achievements in gaming, text generation, and multimedia production are impressive, they have sparked debate over whether these successes indicate we are on the brink of AGI. The term itself remains loosely defined, with …
The AI co-scientist is a groundbreaking multi-agent AI system built on Gemini 2.0, designed to assist scientists by generating novel hypotheses, formulating research proposals, and accelerating scientific and biomedical discoveries. By mirroring the scientific method, it helps researchers navigate the increasing complexity of modern science, integrating insights across disciplines and refining hypotheses iteratively.
Quantum computers represent a groundbreaking shift in computational power, utilizing quantum mechanics to perform calculations at speeds unattainable by classical machines. Unlike traditional computers, which process information in bits that are either 0 or 1, quantum computers use quantum bits, or qubits. Due to the principle of superposition, qubits can exist in multiple states simultaneously, …
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Weather forecasts play a crucial role in daily decision-making, from planning outdoor activities to optimizing energy usage. They also provide early warnings for extreme weather events, helping to mitigate risks and improve disaster preparedness. The accuracy of these forecasts depends on sophisticated modeling techniques, which use mathematical representations of Earth’s atmosphere. Organizations like the Australian …
A recent study published in Nature Communications explores the dynamics of higher-order novelties, shedding light on how humans combine existing elements to generate new ideas, technologies, and discoveries. Led by Prof. Vito Latora from Queen Mary University of London, the research investigates both first-order novelties—the discovery of single elements like a new song or artist—and …
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The Arctic is warming nearly four times faster than the global average, with Svalbard, an archipelago near Greenland, experiencing an even more alarming rate—seven times faster than the rest of the world. More than half of Svalbard is covered by glaciers, which are highly sensitive to rising temperatures. If these glaciers were to melt completely, …
