Google DeepMind’s AI problem solver, AlphaGeometry 2, has surpassed the level of the average gold medallist in the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). The AI system, which was upgraded to include Google’s state-of-the-art large language model, Gemini, was able to solve 84% of all geometry problems set in IMOs over the past 25 years. This achievement…
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Elon Musk’s Tesla is facing a lawsuit over the use of AI-generated, copyright-violating images inspired by the movie “Blade Runner” at a press event. Attorneys for Musk have filed a motion to dismiss the case, but the plaintiff, Alcon Entertainment, intends to oppose it. The lawsuit claims that Tesla saved significant expenditures by using AI-generated…
Mathematicians have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the limitations of solving Diophantine equations, a fundamental problem in mathematics. Researchers have proven that there is no general algorithm to determine if a given Diophantine equation has a solution in certain number systems. This discovery sheds new light on the long-standing problem of Hilbert’s 10th problem…
Physicists in Germany have made a groundbreaking discovery by developing a new way to define the standard unit of electrical resistance. The new technique, based on the quantum anomalous Hall effect, does not require the use of applied magnetic fields, making it a significant improvement over the current method. This breakthrough could lead to the…
Researchers at Stanford University and Columbia University have made groundbreaking discoveries in using nanocrystals to measure tiny forces on tiny length scales. The breakthroughs, published in Nature, could revolutionize biomedical research, enabling scientists to study forces involved in processes such as stem cell differentiation. The techniques, which utilize the optical properties of nanocrystals, have the…
The European Commission is proposing ways to boost dual-use research, which has met resistance from some universities and researchers. The push comes amid increasing militarization of European research, driven by the geopolitical context. The EU is exploring ways to harness the potential of dual-use research, including introducing it into the main civilian-research programme. Forecast for…
The social-media platform Bluesky has become increasingly popular among researchers following the changes at X, formerly known as Twitter. Bluesky’s early-day Twitter-like atmosphere has attracted many researchers who share their work, network, and engage with the public. As a result, Nature is interested in understanding how scientists are utilizing Bluesky and whether it has become…
The biotech industry is witnessing a significant surge in podcasts, with numerous platforms offering insights into the latest trends, technologies, and innovations. This trend is expected to continue, with more industry experts and professionals sharing their knowledge and experiences through these engaging formats. As a result, the biotech industry is likely to see a significant…
Facebook’s parent company Meta has announced plans to scrap its fact-checking program, which was set up in 2016 to verify selected articles and posts. The move has sparked concerns about the spread of misinformation online, with experts warning that it could have serious consequences for public discourse and democracy. Despite Meta’s claims of bias among…
Physicists at CERN’s ALICE Collaboration have made a groundbreaking discovery, finding the first evidence for antihyperhelium-4, a heavier version of antihelium-4. This antimatter hypernucleus contains two antiprotons, an antineutron, and an antilambda baryon. The detection was made by analyzing data from lead nuclei collisions at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) in Switzerland. This finding helps…
