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  • Slashdot: Google’s AI ‘Co-Scientist’ Solved a 10-Year Superbug Problem in Two Days

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    Source URL: https://science.slashdot.org/story/25/03/17/039241/googles-ai-co-scientist-solved-a-10-year-superbug-problem-in-two-days Source: Slashdot Title: Google’s AI ‘Co-Scientist’ Solved a 10-Year Superbug Problem in Two Days Feedly Summary: AI Summary and Description: Yes Summary: Google has partnered with Imperial College London to leverage its AI tool, built on Gemini 2.0, to enhance biomedical research effectiveness. The AI demonstrated the ability to swiftly generate hypotheses…

  • Slashdot: Consumer Groups Push New Law Fighting ‘Zombie’ IoT Devices

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    Source URL: https://yro.slashdot.org/story/25/03/17/0126204/consumer-groups-push-new-law-fighting-zombie-iot-devices?utm_source=rss1.0mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed Source: Slashdot Title: Consumer Groups Push New Law Fighting ‘Zombie’ IoT Devices Feedly Summary: AI Summary and Description: Yes Summary: The proposed Connected Consumer Product End of Life Disclosure Act aims to address security concerns related to “zombie” IoT devices that no longer receive manufacturer support. This legislation emphasizes the need for…

  • Hacker News: AI Is Making Developers Dumb

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    Source URL: https://eli.cx/blog/ai-is-making-developers-dumb Source: Hacker News Title: AI Is Making Developers Dumb Feedly Summary: Comments AI Summary and Description: Yes Summary: The text discusses the potential drawbacks of relying on LLM-assisted workflows in software engineering. While acknowledging the productivity gains, it emphasizes the risks of diminishing critical thinking and foundational knowledge due to over-dependence on…

  • Slashdot: Ask Slashdot: Where Are the Open-Source Local-Only AI Solutions?

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    Source URL: https://ask.slashdot.org/story/25/03/16/015209/ask-slashdot-where-are-the-open-source-local-only-ai-solutions Source: Slashdot Title: Ask Slashdot: Where Are the Open-Source Local-Only AI Solutions? Feedly Summary: AI Summary and Description: Yes Summary: The text posits a vision for local, open-source AI software that emphasizes user ownership, privacy, and security, contrasting it against the backdrop of corporate control. It raises pertinent questions about the future…

  • Slashdot: End of Windows 10 Leaves PC Charities With Tough Choice

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    Source URL: https://tech.slashdot.org/story/25/03/15/016220/end-of-windows-10-leaves-pc-charities-with-tough-choice?utm_source=rss1.0mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed Source: Slashdot Title: End of Windows 10 Leaves PC Charities With Tough Choice Feedly Summary: AI Summary and Description: Yes Summary: The transition away from Windows 10, following the end of free security updates, poses significant security risks for users, particularly low-income individuals relying on refurbishing charities. The Shift from Windows to…

  • Slashdot: Everything You Say To Your Echo Will Be Sent To Amazon Starting On March 28

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    Source URL: https://yro.slashdot.org/story/25/03/14/2113257/everything-you-say-to-your-echo-will-be-sent-to-amazon-starting-on-march-28?utm_source=rss1.0mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed Source: Slashdot Title: Everything You Say To Your Echo Will Be Sent To Amazon Starting On March 28 Feedly Summary: AI Summary and Description: Yes Summary: Amazon’s recent modification regarding the Alexa Echo devices prohibits users from processing voice requests locally, mandating cloud processing instead. This change appears to prioritize new generative…

  • Slashdot: AI Summaries Are Coming To Notepad

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    Source URL: https://slashdot.org/story/25/03/14/2027208/ai-summaries-are-coming-to-notepad?utm_source=rss1.0mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed Source: Slashdot Title: AI Summaries Are Coming To Notepad Feedly Summary: AI Summary and Description: Yes Summary: Microsoft is introducing AI-powered summaries in Notepad for Windows Insiders, allowing users to generate summaries easily by selecting text. This feature enhances productivity and showcases the integration of AI capabilities into everyday applications. Detailed Description:…

  • Slashdot: JPMorgan Engineers’ Efficiency Jumps as Much as 20% From Using Coding Assistant

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    Source URL: https://developers.slashdot.org/story/25/03/14/2020232/jpmorgan-engineers-efficiency-jumps-as-much-as-20-from-using-coding-assistant Source: Slashdot Title: JPMorgan Engineers’ Efficiency Jumps as Much as 20% From Using Coding Assistant Feedly Summary: AI Summary and Description: Yes Summary: JPMorgan Chase has seen a productivity increase of 10% to 20% among its software engineers due to a coding assistant tool. This significant efficiency boost allows the bank to…