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The UK’s science funding agency is being bombarded with cyber attacks
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the UK’s national funding agency for science and research, has been hit by 5.4 million cyber attacks this year, six times as many as last year. According to freedom of information requests from the Daily Express, 236,400 of these were phishing attacks designed to trick staff into handing over sensitive information. Another 11,200 were malware…
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‘There is no law of computer science that says that AI must remain expensive and must remain large’: IBM CEO Arvind Krishna bangs the drum for smaller AI models
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna believes smaller, domain-specific AI models represent a prime opportunity for enterprises to truly capitalize on the technology. Speaking at IBM’s 2025 Think conference in Boston, Krishna reflected on the course of the generative AI boom so far, noting that the industry has matured significantly compared to last year – as have enterprises and their expectations of…
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You Can Help NASA Do Cutting-Edge Science
If you’ve ever dreamed of leaving your mark on science, look no further: NASA has a citizen-science program that will let you contribute. Regardless of whether you want to study landslides, comets, or the most distant galaxies in the universe, all you need is a smartphone or PC and a bit of time. Humans have dreamed about finding intelligent life…
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The ‘Oscars of Science’ can’t take a Trump joke
When the Breakthrough Prize, founded by Facebook, Apple, and Google moguls and sometimes called “the Oscars of Science” by people who want that to be true, invited a comedian to present one of its awards it probably should have expected a few jokes. Remarks made by Seth Rogen during the April 5th livestream about the high-profile tech titans supporting Trump…
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Why Linux Rules the World of Science
Summary Linux is popular in science due to open-source values, free licenses, and compatibility with custom software. The history of Unix use and the need for custom software deployment make Linux a common choice in academia and research labs. Availability of scientific applications, flexibility, and running on supercomputers solidify Linux’s prominence in the scientific world. Take a look at any…
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Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro is Better at Coding, Math & Science Than Your Favourite AI Model
Google has unveiled Gemini 2.5 Pro, the first in its Gemini 2.5 family. This multimodal reasoning model outperforms competitors from OpenAI, Anthropic, and DeepSeek in key benchmarks related to coding, mathematics, and science. What are reasoning AI models? Reasoning AIs are designed to “think before they speak.” They evaluate context, process details methodically, and fact-check responses to ensure logical accuracy…
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The science behind L’Oréals new skincare gadget
Las Vegas is punishingly dry. The arid winter air means I woke up on Day 3 of CES 2025 with a nosebleed, chapped lips, and ashy legs. This in spite of the fact I slathered myself with two pumps of a fermented bean essence, eye cream, moisturizer, and a lip mask. Staring at my face in the hotel mirror, I…
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Why Your New Year’s Resolutions Need ‘Cues,’ According to Science
Thanks to my gig teaching spin classes, I have a front-row seat to a very reliable annual phenomenon: My classes are packed for the first few weeks of the year as people make New Year’s resolutions, but by mid-February, I’m back to teaching normal-sized groups of people who are grateful the “January joiners” have cleared out. I’m always sad to…
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Harness the Power of Data Science & Machine Learning from Home
TL;DR: The 2024 Data Science & Machine Learning Bundle is available for just $39.99 (reg. $269) and includes comprehensive training to build your AI and data science skills. With most things in life, flexibility is key, and that’s especially true when it comes to learning new skills. The 2024 Data Science & Machine Learning Courses Bundle offers just that: a…
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Advance Your Career with These Data Science Skills
TL;DR: Gain advanced data science and machine learning skills with the 2024 Advanced Data Science Bundle — eight courses and 50+ hours of content, all for just $29.99. Data is the driving force behind many industries. The ability to extract meaningful insights from large datasets can dramatically improve business operations, decision-making, and even technological innovation. What’s included The 2024 Advanced…
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