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How to Disable Gemini AI Features in Google Workspace
Users can disable Gemini AI features in Google Docs and Gmail through menu settings, providing control over smart prompts and assistance bars.
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DeepMind’s AI Models Show Progress in Tropical Cyclone Forecasting
Google DeepMind's Weather Lab introduces an AI model that forecasts cyclones up to 15 days ahead, enhancing prediction accuracy, according to reports.
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One Phone Per Household: Lifeline Program’s Device Limits Shape Access
A filing outlines the Lifeline program's limit of one phone line per household. This restriction impacts device access for families, according to reports.
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AI-Written Short Stories Often Rated Higher Than Human Works in Blind Tests
Recent research indicates readers often favor AI-generated short stories over human ones, struggling to discern the authorship, according to findings.
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Rubin Observatory Releases Deep Space Image With Over Half a Million Galaxies
The Rubin Observatory's new COSMOS field image showcases over 500,000 galaxies and 50,000 stars, available through the Rubin Science Platform.
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Protein Restriction Linked to FGF21 Hormone and Longevity in Mammals
Protein restriction increases FGF21 levels in mammals. Male mice need FGF21 for enhanced lifespan, according to recent research findings.
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US and Chinese AI Labs Compete as Open-Weight Models Gain Attention
Chinese AI labs have released open-weight models. Moonshot AI raised $2 billion, achieving a valuation of $20 billion, according to reports.
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Quantum Computing Timelines Remain Elusive as Definitions Shift
Quantum computing remains complex, with practical systems still years away. Current hardware features 50-1000 noisy qubits, according to experts.
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Screenless AI Companions Expand With Friend Pendant and OpenAI Device
The Friend pendant and OpenAI's screenless speaker highlight a growing trend in personal AI devices, emphasizing seamless, unobtrusive communication.
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Flock Safety Cameras Dominate US License Plate Reader Map
A map details 116,084 ALPR cameras across the US, with Flock Safety devices comprising over 82%, according to community data.