Homechevron_rightArchiveschevron_rightScience and Research

Archives

Explore Stories by Date

24 Jan 2025

Hugging Face Unveils SmolVLM: Compact AI Models Revolutionizing Vision-Language Processing

Hugging Face introduces SmolVLM-256M and SmolVLM-500M, the world's smallest vision-language AI models capable of running on consumer devices while outperforming larger counterparts, potentially transforming AI accessibility and efficiency.

5 Sources

Trump's $500 Billion AI Venture Sparks European Calls for Competitive Investment

Donald Trump's announcement of a $500 billion AI infrastructure project in the US has prompted European tech leaders to call for similar investments, highlighting concerns about Europe's competitiveness in the global AI race.

2 Sources

New AI Benchmark 'Humanity's Last Exam' Stumps Top Models, Revealing Limits of Current AI

Scale AI and the Center for AI Safety have introduced a challenging new AI benchmark called 'Humanity's Last Exam', which has proven difficult for even the most advanced AI models, highlighting the current limitations of artificial intelligence.

7 Sources

New Open Weight Definition Challenges Open Source AI Standards

The Open Source Alliance introduces the Open Weight Definition, a new framework for open-source AI models, sparking debate among industry leaders about the future of open-source AI standards.

2 Sources

DeepSeek's Rise: Chinese AI Startup Challenges US Dominance

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek's R1 model tops app charts, rivaling OpenAI's ChatGPT with impressive performance at a fraction of the cost, sparking debates on AI development and US-China tech competition.

102 Sources

23 Jan 2025

Project Stargate: US AI Initiative Sparks Global Debate and India's Tech Ambitions

The announcement of the US $500 billion Stargate project has ignited discussions about AI dominance and India's potential response, highlighting the need for strategic planning in AI development and infrastructure.

2 Sources

SES AI Secures $10 Million in Contracts for AI-Enhanced Battery Development

SES AI Corporation has signed contracts worth up to $10 million with two global automotive OEM partners to develop AI-enhanced electrolyte materials for Li-Metal and Li-ion batteries, marking a significant milestone in the commercial application of AI for battery material discovery.

3 Sources

Moscot: AI-Powered Technology Revolutionizes Cell Tracking in Organ Development

A new AI-driven technology called Moscot allows researchers to observe millions of cells simultaneously during organ development, providing unprecedented insights into cellular processes and potential breakthroughs in medical research.

2 Sources

India to Develop Local Language AI Foundation Model Amid Global AI Race

India plans to support an industry-academia consortium to build a local language AI foundation model, positioning itself among select nations developing prominent AI models amidst growing global competition and restrictions.

2 Sources

AI Breakthrough: Predicting Rugby Injuries Before They Happen

A new AI model shows promising results in predicting non-contact leg injuries in rugby players with up to 82% accuracy, potentially revolutionizing injury prevention in sports.

2 Sources

Saudi Aramco Partners with SandboxAQ for AI-Driven Innovation in Energy Sector

Saudi Aramco collaborates with Alphabet spinoff SandboxAQ to leverage AI and quantum techniques for optimizing oil and gas processing, aiming to increase product value and reduce carbon emissions.

2 Sources

China Unveils First Humanoid Robot Training Base in Shanghai, Aiming to Train 1,000 Robots by 2027

China launches its first heterogeneous humanoid robot training center in Shanghai, capable of training over 100 robots simultaneously. The facility aims to advance robotics technology and plans to scale up to 1,000 robots by 2027.

2 Sources

Google Introduces AI-Powered Face Control for Chromebooks, Enhancing Accessibility

Google rolls out Face Control, an AI-powered feature allowing users to navigate Chromebooks using facial expressions and head movements, alongside new education-focused updates.

3 Sources

Employee Trust: The Key to Successful AI Adoption in Companies

A study reveals that employee trust in AI, both cognitive and emotional, significantly impacts its performance and adoption in companies. Despite heavy investments, 80% of firms fail to benefit from AI due to human factors rather than technological limitations.

4 Sources

AI's Potential in Healthcare Boosts Moderna Stock Amid $500 Billion AI Infrastructure Investment

Moderna's stock surges following Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison's remarks on AI's transformative potential in healthcare, coinciding with a $500 billion private sector investment in AI infrastructure announced by President Trump.

2 Sources

Get all updates into your inbox 💌, Stay Up-to-date for Free 🥳

Your Daily Dose of Curated AI News

Don’t drown in AI news. We cut through the noise - filtering, ranking and summarizing the most important AI news, breakthroughs and research daily. Spend less time searching for the latest in AI and get straight to action.

The Outpost

News

About