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Computer science professor and author Cal Newport argues it is time to formally investigate the leading AI labs, in an essay gaining wide attention. He contends the companies racing to build advanced artificial intelligence operate with little outside scrutiny, and that independent investigation into their practices and claims is overdue as the technology's influence grows.
- 2University of Rhode Island to launch computational social science PhDโURI to launch new computational social science doctoral program โ Rhody Today
The University of Rhode Island is set to launch a new doctoral program in computational social science, according to an announcement on its Rhody Today news outlet. The program would train graduate students to apply computational and data-driven methods to social science research questions. Further details about timing, funding and curriculum were not provided.
- 3Computer scientist calls post a ruinous blow to college educationโRE: https:// mastodon.social/@shriramk/1173 16585818312297 One of the most ruinous things that's ever happened to # educ
Shriram Krishnamurthi, a computer science professor at Brown University, has sparked discussion by describing something as one of the most ruinous developments ever to hit education, particularly college education. He characterises computer science as not a proper science in the empirical sense. Other users are sharing and responding to his remarks, fuelling debate over the state and value of higher education and how computer science fits within it.
- 4Unusual Whales post on odd research topic sparks mockeryโRE: https:// masto.ai/@unusual_whales/11736 1800195216824 You know out of all the possible topics in this world that nee
A circulating post from the markets account Unusual Whales has drawn amused pushback, with commenters arguing that of all subjects needing study right now, this one should be last. One reply noted Star Trek already covered the idea in the episode 'A Taste of Armageddon', in which wars are fought by computer simulation, suggesting the proposed research echoes that fictional premise.
- 5Lawyers Weigh In on Orbital Data Centers' Legal RealityโNot Just Science Fiction: The Legal Reality of Orbital Data Centers
The law firm WilmerHale has published an analysis arguing that data centers in orbit are no longer purely science fiction, examining the legal questions they raise. The piece looks at how existing space, telecommunications and data regulation would apply to computing infrastructure operated in orbit, a topic gaining attention as companies explore space-based alternatives to terrestrial data centers amid rising demand for computing capacity.
- 6New qubit promises 100 times fewer errors in quantum computingโThis new qubit could be 100 times less error-prone in superfluid quantum computer breakthrough
Researchers report the development of a new qubit that could be up to 100 times less error-prone, based on a superfluid approach to quantum computing. Error rates remain the biggest obstacle to building practical quantum computers, so a design that dramatically reduces errors would mark a significant step toward machines capable of running complex, reliable calculations. The announcement is drawing attention across the science and technology press.
- 7Science's long history outweighs the AI hype, researcher arguesโRemember that the edifice of # Science , # Physics , # Mathematics and # Computation , that rich history, far outweighs
The accumulated edifice of science, physics, mathematics and computation, built over a rich history, far outweighs the current contributions of machine learning and AI. The author frames these as exciting but perilous times, adding that even if civilization were to crash, people would still do science.
- 8Physicists identify new 'octupolar' form of magnetismโPhysicists identify 'octupolar' magnetism, with implications for quantum technologies
Physicists report the identification of 'octupolar' magnetism, a newly characterised magnetic order that goes beyond conventional dipole-based magnetism. According to the report, the discovery could have implications for quantum technologies, where exotic magnetic states are explored for use in future computing and sensing devices. Details of the underlying research, the team behind it and the peer-review status have not yet been widely reported, so the scale and significance of the finding remain to be confirmed.
- 9California Signs Fusion Legislation, Commits $30 Million to QuantumโCalifornia Signs Fusion Legislation and Announces $30 Million Quantum Investment
California has signed new fusion energy legislation and announced a $30 million investment in quantum technology. The dual move signals the state's intent to build on its leadership in advanced energy and computing research, supporting commercialization efforts in both fusion power and quantum science. The announcement was reported by The Quantum Insider.