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Ancient technology.

Advanced tools found in China defy views on early human technology

Excavations in central China have unearthed evidence of advanced stone tool technologies…
Consciousness.

Brain researchers claim conscious experience is memory of the past

The sensation of experiencing the present moment is actually a memory, according…
“Unsinkable" metal tube

Engineers create ‘unsinkable’ metal structure that floats when punctured

Engineers have developed a metal structure that remains buoyant even when severely…
Peace.

Engineering leaders urge profession to adopt peace as core design standard

Engineers must actively design systems to reduce conflict rather than treating peace…
AIs talking.

AI models master complex multitasking by learning to ‘talk’ to themselves

Artificial intelligence systems can significantly improve their ability to tackle unfamiliar problems…
Robot workers.

Firms replacing humans with robots risk losing competitive edge, study warns

Organisations that view robots merely as cost-cutting replacements for human workers are…
AI taking jobs.

Perception of AI as job killer erodes trust in democracy and civic participation

Widespread fears that artificial intelligence will replace human labour are directly undermining…
Yes and no.

Marketers use ‘reversible’ words to shake sceptic confidence in brand claims

Marketing messages become significantly more persuasive when they utilise specific “reversible” words…
AI swarms.

AI swarms threaten democracy by faking widespread public consensus

A new class of “AI swarms” threatens to erode democratic stability by…