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China scores big - Liu Jun, statistical genius, leaves Harvard for Tsinghua in surprise move - what happened?
Chinese statistician returning from US: Renowned statistician Liu Jun, formerly at Harvard, is now back in China. He joins Tsinghua University as 'Xinghua Distinguished Chair Professor'. Liu's journey began at Tsinghua, where his father taught. He overcame challenges during the Cultural Revolution to pursue mathematics. His career includes studies at Peking University and in the US.
What happens to your uploaded photos on AI chatbots? Are they really private?
AI chatbot photo privacy risk: Uploading photos to AI chatbots poses privacy risks, as companies may review and store images for AI training. Metadata within photos reveals sensitive information like location and biometric data. While some platforms offer opt-out options, others have unclear policies, raising concerns about the long-term use and potential misuse of personal images.
‘India and China are creating alternative payment systems now — that could be a powerful geoeconomic challenge to the US’
Matteo Maggiori explains geoeconomics as powerful nations leveraging trade and finance for influence, citing tools like export controls and sanctions. He highlights the financial sector and semiconductor supply chains as key arenas, noting China and India's efforts to create alternative systems to challenge US dominance. Overuse of geoeconomic power risks fragmentation and the rise of multipolar world.
'Admire your boldness': Techie applies for OpenAI CEO job, promises to replace bosses with ChatGPT but still gets a reply
Omer Oztok, a young tech professional, gained internet fame after sharing his audacious application for OpenAI's CEO position, which included radical proposals like replacing executives with ChatGPT bots and acquiring Google for its brand. Despite the rejection, which cited impractical plans and ownership demands, Oztok remains confident, believing he will eventually surpass OpenAI.
Peak XV MD Harshjit Sethi resigns amid ongoing top-level exodus
Harshjit Sethi, managing director at Peak XV Partners, has resigned, marking another senior exit from the venture capital firm. Sethi, who led AI investments and backed firms like Sarvam and BharatPe, will serve a gardening leave. His departure follows exits by Shailesh Lakhani and Abheek Anand amid the firm’s latest fundraise.
AI is replacing jobs on Earth - Sam Altman, Jeff Bezos, and Elon Musk say the future of work is in Space
Future space careers: Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the job market. A study shows AI impacts entry-level jobs. Tech billionaires like Sam Altman, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos envision space careers. Altman sees Gen Alpha exploring the solar system. Musk aims for Mars missions by 2028. Bezos imagines millions living and working in space. Space tourism and planet colonization are future industries.
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AI Is wiping out entry-level roles! Check if your job is safe or at risk
AI replacing entry-level roles: A study shows entry-level jobs are declining in AI-exposed fields. Software engineering and customer service roles are affected. Younger workers face job losses, while older workers benefit from experience. AI is also transforming how work is done. Learning AI skills is crucial for young workers. Entry-level AI roles are growing with increased salaries.
Psychology professor reveals the key trait to predict career success, and it’s not ‘high IQ’ but a quality anyone can develop
Angela Lee Duckworth, Psychology Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, argues that success depends less on IQ and more on grit — passion and perseverance for long-term goals. In her TED Talk, she shared research showing grit outperformed intelligence and social skills in predicting achievement among cadets, students, and employees. She links grit-building to a “growth mindset,” the belief that abilities grow with effort. Duckworth stresses grit and structural factors are intertwined in shaping success.
Meta created flirty chatbots of Taylor Swift, other celebrities without permission
Meta has been found to have used celebrities' names and likenesses, including Taylor Swift and Scarlett Johansson, to create flirty chatbots without permission. These AI avatars, available on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, often claimed to be the real celebrities and made sexual advances.
How Silicon Valley is using religious language to talk about AI
Tech leaders are using religious language to describe the rise of artificial intelligence. Some, like Geoffrey Hinton and Sam Altman, warn it could surpass human intelligence. Others, including Ray Kurzweil and Dario Amodei, see hope in merging with AI or solving global problems, reflecting both fear and optimism.
Who is Susan Monarez, CDC Director, fired by Donald Trump overnight putting the agency into crisis?
The CDC faces turmoil after the firing of Director Susan Monarez. Her dismissal follows disagreements over vaccine guidance. High-ranking officials like Dr. Houry and Dr. Daskalakis resigned. They cited concerns about the politicization of science. The agency is grappling with low morale and public trust issues. This situation raises worries about the CDC's ability to handle public health crises.
Self-driving cars and automated warehouses? Nvidia's Jetson Thor is powerful robot brain for next-gen AI robots
Nvidia has introduced Jetson Thor, a powerful new "brain" for robots, priced at $3,499, designed to enhance the capabilities of humanoid machines. Powered by Blackwell chips, it promises unmatched performance for running generative AI models, enabling real-time responsiveness and complex skill sets. This innovation aims to accelerate robotics workflows and minimize cloud dependency, supporting various AI frameworks and applications.
Looking for your first job? You're AI's prime target
A Stanford study reveals a concerning trend: entry-level positions in AI-exposed fields like tech and customer support are declining due to automation. Younger workers are disproportionately affected, experiencing a 13% employment drop since late 2022. While experienced professionals remain stable, this shift raises concerns about future talent gaps and the need for adaptation in education and policy.
Taylor Swift beyond the stage: How universities from Harvard to Stanford teach the ‘Swiftie’ lesson
Taylor Swift's influence extends to university classrooms. Courses explore her music and career. Harvard and other universities are using her work to teach various subjects. These include literature, history, and cultural studies. This trend shows pop culture's growing role in academic learning. New courses are planned, indicating continued interest in Swift as a subject of study.
Stanford researchers build a brain-computer that can read your thoughts, but it needs a 'mind password' first. Here's how it works
Stanford researchers have developed a brain-computer interface that decodes inner speech with a unique password-protection mechanism. Designed for individuals with speech impairments, the implant translates imagined sentences with impressive accuracy. The system activates only upon recognition of a pre-set mental password, like "Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang," ensuring privacy. Trials showed nearly 98% accuracy in password detection.
Who is Lisa Cook? Fed's first African-American woman governor removed from Fed's board of directors by Trump
President Trump removed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing allegations of mortgage fraud made by Bill Pulte. Pulte claimed Cook falsely declared two primary residences to secure better mortgage terms. The US president defended his decision as constitutional, emphasizing his duty to enforce laws and questioning Cook's integrity, despite Senate Democrats' support for her.
Osmania University to be developed on par with Stanford and Oxford Universities: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has pledged his government's commitment to elevate Osmania University to the standards of global institutions like Stanford and Oxford. He inaugurated new hostel buildings and laid foundation stones for future constructions, emphasizing the university's historical significance and its role in the Telangana movement.
Open source AI: Mission aborted?
The open-source LLM mission seems to be losing market share among enterprises but research efforts to democratise open model use continue.
Speak with your mind: Brain implant translates thoughts into audible speech
A revolutionary brain-computer interface (BCI) created in the U.S. can translate silent thoughts into audible speech, reaching up to 74% accuracy in tests on four volunteers who have severe paralysis. By decoding directly into inner speech, the device provides a quicker, more intuitive communication method for persons with speech or motor impairments. Researchers see it as a major advancement toward restoring natural, fluent and effortless conversation through thoughts.
Tech CEO nearly died at 17 but one teacher’s advice set him on the path to Stanford success
Andrew Anagnost's early life was marked by struggles with ADHD, expulsion from school, and brushes with the law. A high-speed car chase and a teacher's past words served as a wake-up call. He turned his life around, earning a Ph.D. from Stanford. Anagnost now leads Autodesk, emphasizing the importance of feedback and resilience. He advises young people to focus on impact, not just passion. His journey showcases reinvention and leadership.
Stanford experts reveal a secret ingredient for effective leadership that can boost workplace productivity and slash stress
Stanford experts, Dr. Jennifer Aaker and Naomi Bagdonas, advocate for humor as a leadership tool, highlighting its ability to boost motivation, team bonding, and creativity. Research indicates that humor can increase willingness to pay and trigger the release of endorphins while lowering stress hormones. They emphasize using humor thoughtfully to build trust and foster connection in the workplace.
China gets recklessly violent in the South China Sea
Two Chinese warships collided in the South China Sea near Scarborough Shoal. The incident occurred within the Philippine exclusive economic zone. A China Coast Guard corvette rammed a People's Liberation Army Navy destroyer. The collision damaged the corvette. The vessels were harassing a Philippine Coast Guard boat. The Philippine boat was assisting Filipino fishermen. China suppressed news of the collision.
How AI chatbots talking too much are pushing people past reality and triggering mental health crises
Doctors and researchers are sounding the alarm over “AI psychosis,” a disturbing pattern where people spiral into delusion, mania and even death after long conversations with chatbots. Unlike social media, which was blamed for fuelling anxiety and depression, chatbots are being linked directly to psychotic breaks. While tech companies acknowledge risks, they say the wider mental health crisis is the real issue. The debate now is whether AI firms are doing enough to stop vulnerable users from slipping into crisis.
Nike’s Phil Knight shocks nation with $2 billion donation to Oregon Cancer Center — largest ever
Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife Penny donated $2 billion to the Knight Cancer Institute at Oregon Health & Science University. This huge gift will expand the cancer center, support research and clinical trials, and improve patient care. The donation is the largest single gift to a U.S. university and will help fight cancer and guide patients through treatment.
Trump-Putin Alaska summit: Meet the heavyweight Russian delegation at the high-stakes talks on Ukraine’s fate in the former Russian colony
Vladimir Putin will meet Donald Trump in Alaska. Several senior Russian officials will join Putin. These officials include Sergey Lavrov and Andrei Belousov. Anton Siluanov and Kirill Dmitriev are also on the list. The meeting will cover Ukraine, economic matters, and global security. No formal agreements are expected. The meeting will begin with a one-on-one session between Trump and Putin.
Peter Thiel, who backs Bullish, once gave Mark Zuckerberg $500,000 and later turned it into $400 million jackpot
Bullish, the Peter Thiel-backed cryptocurrency exchange, debuted on the stock market with a successful IPO, priced at $37 per share, exceeding its initial range and raising $1.11 billion. Peter Thiel was one of the first outside investors of Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook. He became a Facebook investor in 2004 with an initial investment of $500,000 at a $5 million valuation.
Hundreds of millions at stake for top US universities in funding face-off with Trump
Top US universities face potential funding cuts. The Trump administration targets institutions over national interest concerns. Some universities are accused of over-reliance on federal grants. Foreign collaborations in sensitive research areas are also under scrutiny. Johns Hopkins University could lose $245 million. Other leading universities are also at risk. University leaders are negotiating with federal authorities to protect research grants.
What happened when Mark Zuckerberg moved in next door
Mark Zuckerberg’s $110 million property acquisitions in Palo Alto's Crescent Park have disrupted the neighbourhood's tranquil vibe. Over 14 years, he’s transformed multiple homes into a private compound, causing construction noise, surveillance, and strained relations with neighbours. Despite promises of minimal disruption, the area's dynamics have drastically changed.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's invaluable lesson: 'I don’t want you to just be smart, I want you to be...'
Jensen Huang, Nvidia CEO, addressed Stanford students. He said suffering is important for success. Huang believes character is built through hardship. He shared his own struggles growing up. Huang urged students to embrace challenges. He warned against avoiding discomfort. Huang emphasized that failure is part of the journey. He wants students to be great, not just smart.
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