Perpetual Learning
It feels like yesterday I was in class, painstakingly outlining an essay by hand. Now, the game has totally changed. I’m Mateo Rodriguez, and yeah, I’m a high schooler, but I’m also deep into computer engineering and AI. So, when I say AI is shaking up my education, I mean it from the trenches. Let’s … Read more
Did you know that the towering Himalayas, a symbol of Earth’s immense power, might be hiding a geological secret that challenges a century-old scientific idea? New modeling suggests that our understanding of how these colossal mountains formed might need a rethink. For over 100 years, scientists have largely followed a theory explaining the Himalayas’ rise. … Read more
Okay, so hear me out: what if the key to faster AI processing wasn’t a massive server farm, but a clever hack using parts from, well, your old smartphone? That’s exactly what a team of researchers has been cooking up, and it’s seriously cool. They’ve built an analog optical computer, and the wild part is … Read more
It feels like we’re constantly navigating choppy waters in the global economy lately. From my perch here in Silicon Valley, I see firsthand how technology shapes our world, and right now, that shaping is being influenced by some significant economic shifts. One of the most talked-about trends is the wave of corporate layoffs. We’re seeing … Read more
It’s a habit many of us are guilty of. You know, that moment when you grab your phone before heading to the restroom, thinking it’ll just be a quick check. But then, suddenly, 10, 15, even 20 minutes have passed, and you’re still scrolling through social media or catching up on the news. Sound familiar? … Read more
Okay, so hear me out… Switzerland, known for its chocolate and watches, just dropped something pretty significant in the AI world: Apertus. This isn’t just another AI model; it’s an open-source, multilingual Large Language Model (LLM) that’s being built with transparency, inclusivity, and importantly, privacy, at its absolute core. If you’re like me and a … Read more
It’s easy to get caught up in the talk about AI taking jobs or achieving superintelligence. Those are important conversations, but AI’s influence is also growing in a more subtle, yet profound way: social interaction. As AI gets better at understanding and mimicking human conversation, it’s starting to fill social roles that used to be … Read more
Did you know that a simple brainwave test could detect Alzheimer’s disease years before any symptoms even appear? It sounds like something out of science fiction, but new research is bringing this possibility closer to reality. As someone deeply interested in scientific advancements and their impact on our health, I find this particularly exciting. Early … Read more
Alright, you virtual reality enthusiasts, let’s dive into what’s raking in the most dough in the VR world! Meta just dropped their weekly Top 50 revenue rankings for September 3rd, 2025, and it’s always interesting to see which experiences are capturing players’ attention (and wallets). As someone who’s spent a good chunk of time tinkering … Read more
It’s September 4, 2025, and as an atmospheric scientist, I’m always struck by how much we’ve learned about our planet’s climate. Back when early climate models were first being developed, scientists were making predictions that, frankly, seemed a bit like science fiction to some. But today, the evidence for many of those early forecasts is … Read more