science

AI

Humans have the edge over AI in "one crucial domain", Princeton neuroscientists say

Machines still lag behind their fleshy creators when it comes to an ability often described as the most important skill of the 21st century.

science

Smartwatches can spot hidden signs of depression and predict future moods

Wearable devices could be redeployed to assess your state of mind and forecast mental health challenges.

Quantum Computers

Quantum "magic" found in the Large Hadron Collider

"We created a new bridge between two exciting areas of physics...."

Apocalypse

Earth could be overdue for apocalyptic once-a-century solar superflare

"New data is a stark reminder that even the most extreme solar events are part of the Sun's natural repertoire."

Psychology

Humans exploit female AI models and distrust male bots, study finds

Experiment uncovers clear gender biases in the way people treat AI agents.

space

Alien AI could be "harvesting" black holes using Dyson Spheres

Physicist suggests that automated extraterrestrials may seek to extract the power from the universe's darkest celestial entities.

science

Leaded petrol had a catastrophic mental health impact on 20th century kids

"Many more people experienced psychiatric problems than would have if we had never added lead to gasoline.”

science

Cyborg robo-cockroaches can now be mass-produced

It's possible to create remote controlled roaches in just over one minute thanks to a sinister new production process.

science

Under the spotlight: Scientists sketch the shape of a photon

“Our calculations enabled us to convert a seemingly insolvable problem into something that can be computed."