News September 09, 2024

What You Need to Know About Grok AI and Your Privacy

In 2015, Elon Musk and Sam Altman founded OpenAI with the goal of developing AI technology that benefits humanity. However, a decade later, things have changed. Musk’s latest company, xAI, has launched its own powerful competitor, Grok AI, which is designed to have fewer guardrails than its major competitors and is intended to be “transparent and anti-woke.” However, Grok has been built with far fewer guardrails and less consideration for bias than its counterparts, which may make it a more accurate reflection of its underlying training data but also perpetuate biased content. Additionally, Grok has been caught spreading false US election information on several occasions, including providing false information about the ballot deadlines in several states.

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Electro-hydraulic muscles help these robot legs stand straight on uneven terrain

The researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a new type of artificial muscle that allows robots to walk on uneven terrain without falling over. The system uses a hybrid electro-hydraulic power source and is controlled by a simple oil-filled plastic bag covered in electrodes. The bags expand or contract based on the voltage applied, allowing the robot to move faster and jump higher than traditional electric actuators. While the system has its limitations, it could potentially be used in real-world applications such as rescue robots.

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IFA 2024: the biggest announcements and coolest gadgets

As IFA 2024 comes to a close, we’ve got all the news on the biggest announcements, hottest gadgets, and newest places companies found to put AI. From Lenovo’s Auto Twist AI PC to Midea’s first product supporting Ki wireless power, there were plenty of exciting developments in the world of AI technology. Additionally, we saw the arrival of the first Matter controller from a company not named Apple, Google, Samsung, or Amazon, along with the first home appliance to support the standard that can be bought. However, it seems that Thread’s troubles may cause manufacturers to pause on the protocol, as both Nanoleaf and Aqara released products supporting the backup protocol just in case. Wireless power also made its debut in the smart kitchen with Midea’s first product to support Ki wireless power. And, there were new innovations in robot vacuums, including small steps toward stair-climbing cleaning machines.

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John Oliver responds to Trump saying JD Vance isn’t ‘weird’, brings multiple receipts

In a recent interview with Fox News’ Sean Hannity, Donald Trump attempted to dispel the “weird” label that has been attached to him and running mate JD Vance. However, John Oliver was not convinced in Sunday’s episode of Last Week Tonight, highlighting multiple video clips and incidents from the campaign trail and beyond that suggest Vance is not as “solid” as he claims to be.

Oliver pointed out several instances where Vance has made awkward or unfunny jokes, including his attempt to make a joke about Kamala Harris at a public speaking event years ago, which was met with a tumbleweed response. Oliver also drew attention to Vance’s odd laugh, suggesting that it may be a sign of his lack of comedic timing.

Overall, while Trump and Vance have tried to downplay their differences, John Oliver is not convinced that they are as “solid” as they claim to be.

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Wordle today: Here’s the answer hints for September 9

Wordle is a popular word-guessing game that originated as a gift from engineer Josh Wardle to his partner. It has since become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the world playing every day. The game is known for its simple yet challenging puzzles, and today’s Wordle answer is DEBIT.

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