FridayJan 31, 2025 10:00 am

New Document from the Vatican Discusses Risks, Benefits of AI

The Vatican has released a new document titled “The Note (Antiqua et Nova),” which explores the relationship between human intellect and artificial intelligence (AI). It discusses both the benefits and challenges AI presents in various fields, including the economy, education, labor, healthcare, human relationships, international affairs, and warfare. The document is primarily directed at individuals responsible for imparting faith but is also relevant to those who believe that technological and scientific advancements should serve humanity and promote the common good. Several sections of “Antiqua et Nova” differentiate AI from human intellect. Citing Pope Francis, the Note states that calling AI…

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ThursdayJan 30, 2025 10:00 am

Adageis is at the Forefront of AI Implementation in Healthcare as Industry Shifts from General Intelligence to Targeted Impact, Tools Driving Higher Reimbursements

Healthcare is transitioning attention from general AI to targeted applications like patient risk assessment and workflow optimization to drive higher reimbursements. Adageis’s ProActive Care Platform addresses critical targeted areas like tracking revenue and performance from providing high-quality care. AI tools like Adageis’ patented Risk Engine enable proactive interventions, reducing costs and improving patient outcomes while increasing overall revenue. The company’s platform integrates seamlessly with major electronic health records (“EHR”) systems, in an easy-to-use app for providers. Artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare, moving from ambitious goals of Artificial General Intelligence (“AGI”) to more targeted, high-impact applications. This transition aligns with the practical demands…

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ThursdayJan 30, 2025 10:00 am

Why China’s DeekSeek is Making the Tech Industry Jittery

DeepSeek, a relatively new Chinese AI startup, has quickly gained attention and sparked both amazement and concern in Silicon Valley. Despite being a little over a year old, the company has unveiled AI models that rival the performance of the world’s top chatbots, all while reportedly spending far less on development. The rise of DeepSeek challenges the widespread assumption that AI will always require large computing energy and power amounts. Global tech stocks saw a sharp decline on January 27 as excitement over DeepSeek’s innovations grew, raising concerns for U.S.-based competitors and hardware providers like Nvidia. DeepSeek focuses on open-source…

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TuesdayJan 28, 2025 10:00 am

Trump’s Executive Order on AI Development Emphasizes “No Ideological Bias”

President Donald Trump recently issued an executive order focused on AI, revoking several previous government policies that his administration claims have hindered innovation in the sector. While the order calls for a thorough examination of all current rules, guidelines, and initiatives by Joe Biden’s 2023 AI executive order, it does not specifically state which policies are being revoked. In 2024, Biden’s administration introduced measures requiring federal agencies to prove that the AI tools they were using were not causing harm to the public or stop their use entirely. Trump’s latest directive now mandates the White House to update and reissue…

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TuesdayJan 28, 2025 10:00 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) Reports Increase in Fiscal Year 2024 Bookings and First-Ever Customer Purchase of an Advantage(TM) Quantum Computer

D-Wave bookings for fiscal year 2024 will exceed $23 million, marking at least a 120% increase compared to fiscal year 2023, an increase driven in part by first-ever customer purchase of a D-Wave(TM) Advantage annealing quantum computing system. The company also announced the successful completion of a $150 million “at-the-market” (“ATM”) equity offering, contributing to a current cash balance of approximately $320 million. The Advantage quantum computer purchase represents an expansion of the company’s revenue model as a result of broadening its go-to-market offering to include on-premises system sales. CEO Dr. Alan Baratz emphasized that the company believes the world…

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FridayJan 24, 2025 10:00 am

UK Supercomputer to Help Develop Vaccines

A groundbreaking £225 million ($276.7 million) supercomputer is harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to advance the development of new vaccines and drugs. Scheduled to become fully functional by summertime, the Bristol-based Isambard-AI system will soon be recognized as the UK’s most potent supercomputer. Sir Keir Starmer, the UK’s prime minister, announced last week that the nation would be integrating AI technology into a number of areas to boost economic growth. High-performance computing expert Simon McIntosh-Smith of Bristol University noted that the Isambard-AI system puts the UK in a position to compete internationally in technological developments. Professor McIntosh-Smith said in an interview…

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ThursdayJan 23, 2025 10:00 am

McEwen Mining (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) Caps 2024 with Transformative Investments, Exploration Wins

McEwen Copper secured a $35 million investment from Nuton, a Rio Tinto venture, to advance the Los Azules project in Argentina. Operational efficiencies resulted in a 12% reduction in production costs, showcasing the company’s resilience and focus on value creation. Promising exploration results at the Grey Fox project opened new opportunities for growth. McEwen Mining (NYSE: MUX) (TSX: MUX) concluded 2024 with several pivotal developments that reinforced its position in the mining industry. From securing significant investments to achieving regulatory milestones, the final quarter marked a period of transformative progress for the company. One of the most notable highlights was…

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ThursdayJan 23, 2025 10:00 am

UNESCO Dedicates 2025 Education Day to Artificial Intelligence

UNESCO’s Director-General Audrey Azoulay has announced that International Education Day 2025, set for Jan. 24, will focus on the potential and challenges of AI in education. She is urging member states to prioritize training educators and learners in the ethical and responsible use of AI technologies in educational settings. “AI can bring tremendous benefits to education, but its implementation adheres to strong ethical guidelines,” Azoulay noted. “To truly make an impact, AI should complement the social and human aspects of learning, not replace them. The primary goal must be to empower students and teachers, fostering their well-being and independence.” UNESCO…

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FridayJan 17, 2025 10:00 am

Biden’s New Executive Order Allows AI Data Center Construction on Federal Land

President Joe Biden has signed an executive order to establish artificial intelligence (AI) data centers on six federal property sites. The centers are expected to prioritize clean energy and adhere to strict labor laws. Biden stressed in a statement that although the US is currently at the forefront of AI technology, it will take constant work to stay at the top. The order directs the Departments of Defense and Energy to each identify three locations where private firms can lease. The companies will be responsible for funding, constructing, and operating the centers while ensuring they are fully powered by renewable…

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FridayJan 17, 2025 8:45 am

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) CEO Dr. Alan Baratz Details Quantum Computing Approach and Real-World Value in Response to NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s Comments

At CES 2025, NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang said practical quantum computing may still be 15 to 30 years away D-Wave CEO Dr. Alan Baratz rejected the claim, highlighting that his company’s annealing quantum computing solutions are already available and are solving useful problems The company is working with more than 100 organizations across multiple industries to address complex optimization issues, such as production and workforce scheduling, resource optimization, logistics routing and more D-Wave Quantum (NYSE: QBTS) (“D-Wave”), a leader in quantum computing systems, software and services, and the first commercial provider of quantum computers, announced that CEO Dr. Alan Baratz responded…

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