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Researchers challenge the belief that Vision Transformers (ViTs) outperform Convolutional Neural Networks (ConvNets) with large datasets. They introduce NFNet, a ConvNet architecture pre-trained on the JFT-4B dataset. NFNet performs comparably to ViTs, showing that computational resources…

Brain organoids, lab-grown mini-brains created from human stem cells, have been integrated with computers to achieve speech recognition. This innovative “Brainoware” system, described in a study in Nature Electronics, represents a shift from traditional AI using…

Amazon, a major employer of Ph.D. graduates in economics and related fields, offers economist roles close to data science and machine learning. The Amazon Economist interview process blends insights applicable across both domains, covering behavioral questions…

Researchers are using sim-to-real reinforcement learning to train humanoid robots like Digit V3 to perform tasks in real-world settings, such as walking in unfamiliar environments and carrying loads without toppling over. This approach employs repeated simulations…

Understanding Formal Mathematical Reasoning in AI What Is It? Formal mathematical reasoning is an important area of artificial intelligence that focuses on logic, computation, and problem-solving. It helps machines understand and solve complex mathematical problems with…

The emergence of Large Language Models has led to the development of applications such as ChatGPT, email assistants, and coding tools. While ChatGPT caters to over 100 million weekly users, it’s noted that text generation only…

In 2024, Music AI may reach a tipping point, building on the exciting developments of 2023, such as text-to-music generation and prompt-based music search. Anticipated advancements in 2024 include flexible source separation, general-purpose music embeddings, and…

CodeCompose, utilized by Meta developers, enhanced its AI-powered code authoring tool to provide multiline suggestions. The transition addressed challenges such as workflow disruption and latency concerns. Model-hosting optimizations improved multiline suggestion latency by 2.5 times, with…

Fish Audio Introduces Fish Speech 1.4: A Powerful, Open-Source Text-to-Speech Model Multilingual Support, Instant Voice Cloning, and Lightning-Fast Performance Fish Audio has launched Fish Speech 1.4, a state-of-the-art text-to-speech model designed to make advanced voice technology…

Microsoft researchers developed MAIRA-1, a model combining a chest X-ray-specific image encoder with a fine-tuned language model to generate accurate radiology reports. It leverages data augmentation and evaluation metrics tailored to clinical relevance to improve report…

Multimodal Reasoning in AI Multimodal reasoning is the ability to understand and combine information from different sources like text, images, and videos. This area of AI research is complex and many models still face challenges in…

E-values are proposed as a superior alternative to p-values. This article explores their advantages and benefits in statistical analysis.

The Value of CONClave in Autonomous Vehicle Networks Enhancing Safety and Efficiency The cooperative operation of autonomous vehicles can greatly improve road safety and efficiency. Challenges in Autonomous Vehicle Networks Securing systems against unauthorized participants and…

Meet Hawkish 8B: A Powerful Financial AI Model In today’s fast-changing financial world, having strong analytical models is essential. Traditional financial methods require deep knowledge of complex data and terms. Most AI models struggle to grasp…

Researchers at the University of Moncton, Canada, have developed ECOGEN, a deep learning tool that generates lifelike bird sounds to enhance samples of underrepresented species. By expanding sound libraries for rare birds, it improves the accuracy…

The UK Government has revealed its response to AI innovation and regulation consultations. The white paper proposes a pro-innovation regulatory framework and emphasizes safety, transparency, fairness, and accountability. It aims for context-based regulations tailored to specific…

Dutch scientists have developed a deep learning tool called Sturgeon, which aids brain surgeons in classifying tumor types and subtypes during surgery. By examining specific segments of a tumor’s DNA, the AI tool provides rapid insights…

Google’s Search Generative Experience (SGE) now allows users to generate images from text prompts. The feature, launched in May, presents users with images based on their search queries. However, Google ensures that the tool adheres to…