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Tiny Engine, Big Dreams: New 3D Engine for Dendy/NES
Gamers, rejoice! There's a new kid on the block! A team of developers is crafting a simple 3D engine for the retro Dendy/NES, allowing for polygonal 3D model manipulation. This ambitious project is kicking off with a focus on rendering 2D primitives and managing memory efficiently under NES's strict constraints. Can we really bring 3D life to classic gaming? It seems the nostalgic revolution is just around the corner!
Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon: AI Making Us Dumber?
In a head-scratching twist, researchers from Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University have found evidence suggesting that relying too much on AI could be diminishing our critical thinking skills! Participants in the study showed a decline in cognitive abilities as they leaned on neural networks for mundane tasks. When they doubted the AI's capabilities, their brains kicked back into gear! With the rise of digital helpers, will we lose the ability to remember phone numbers or navigate on our own? Only time will tell!
NASA's Blue Ghost Launches to the Moon!
Hold onto your space helmets! NASA has confirmed that the Blue Ghost lander from Firefly Aerospace has left Earth's orbit and is en route to the Moon! After an impressive launch via SpaceX's Falcon 9 on January 15, this ambitious spacecraft is carrying ten research instruments destined to help enhance our lunar knowledge and prepare for future crewed missions. The transit to our celestial neighbor will take four days, with an expected touchdown on March 2, where it will work for 14 days in the Sea of Crises. Exciting times ahead!
Flirting with Chatbots: Over 25% of Internet Users Are Hooked!
It's true, folks! Researchers have found that 25% of internet users flirt with chatbots, and many don't even realize they're chatting with a neural network! The most popular choice? It's none other than ChatGPT! Those looking for a more personalized experience even go the extra mile to train their own AI companions. But beware! Dating apps are taking a hit: a whopping 60% of accounts are bots programmed to flirt. Are we falling for our digital darlings?
OpenAI's Dilemma: Navigating the Tug-of-War Over its Future
As Elon Musk's latest buy-out offer creates waves in the tech community, OpenAI faces significant pressure to transition from a non-profit to a commercial entity. This tension between innovative freedom and investor expectations hints at a monumental shift in operational strategy for one of the most talked-about AI companies today.
The Silver Lining of AI Hallucinations: Unexpected Creativity Sparks Scientific Innovation
Contrary to popular opinion, AI 'hallucinations'—erroneous outputs produced by neural networks—are being hailed by some scientists as a source of unexpected creativity leading to real breakthroughs. Researchers believe that these AI-generated ideas could inspire novel hypotheses and innovations in various scientific fields.
France's Bold Move: Macron Announces Record AI Investments
French President Emmanuel Macron is shaking up the tech landscape with a monumental announcement of €109 billion in investments aimed at bolstering the nation's AI industry. This strategy, part of a broader European AI initiative, aims to enhance France's role as a leader in artificial intelligence while attracting global tech investment.