In a thought-provoking discussion, researcher Henrik Skaug Sætra warns that artificial intelligence threatens democracy by shaping our information landscape and creating echo chambers. He advocates for a critical evaluation of technology’s role in society, emphasizing the need for human control and the importance of traditional media in maintaining democratic values.
The inaugural Higher Education Digital Innovation Forum successfully took place in Sanya, focusing on the transformative impact of AI on private education. Experts discussed opportunities and challenges, emphasizing the need for collaboration and innovative strategies to enhance educational quality and adapt to the evolving digital landscape.
The blog post explores the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and Function Calling, two methods for integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) with external systems. It highlights their architectural differences, use cases, and security features, emphasizing MCP’s robustness for complex integrations and Function Calling’s flexibility for dynamic task execution.
In 2025, AI-powered retail has transformed shopping experiences, offering personalized promotions and smart checkout systems. Consumers enjoy tailored recommendations, while businesses leverage dynamic pricing and automation. However, this evolution raises important questions about data privacy and the future roles of retail workers, necessitating adaptation and upskilling across the industry.
AI is revolutionizing retail in 2025, with personalized shopping experiences, autonomous checkout systems, and dynamic pricing becoming standard. Retailers are using sophisticated AI technologies to track customer behavior, optimize pricing, and enhance the shopping experience across large and small businesses.
A bipartisan U.S. House committee has raised concerns about DeepSeek, claiming it poses a significant threat to national security. The committee urges NVIDIA to disclose sales information regarding chips used by DeepSeek, which allegedly has ties to the Chinese government and may bypass U.S. export controls.
SK Telecom has announced ongoing discussions with U.S. quantum computing firm IonQ to enhance collaboration in quantum security and computing. This follows a strategic partnership established in February, aimed at expanding SK Telecom’s business into quantum technologies, including potential partnerships in quantum cryptography with ID Quantique.
Google is enhancing its Gemini application by integrating the Veo 2 text-to-video generator, allowing users to create videos from text prompts. The feature, available to Gemini Advanced users, supports various styles and is limited to 8-second videos in 720p resolution, complete with digital watermarks.
A noise-adapted AI model for single-lead electrocardiograms (ECGs) effectively predicts heart failure risk, offering a scalable strategy for risk stratification. This study analyzed data from diverse cohorts, demonstrating that AI-ECG significantly improves risk assessment compared to traditional methods, highlighting its potential in community-based health monitoring.
In 2025, AI ethics have become crucial, with businesses facing challenges in algorithmic bias, data privacy, and transparency. Evolving regulatory frameworks and consumer attitudes are reshaping AI governance, emphasizing the need for ethical considerations in technological development and deployment.
