Why are so many turning to AI for romantic and social interactions? In recent years, artificial intelligence has been in the spotlight with its hundreds of different functions and applications. It gives easy access to the entire internet with just a question, but research is far beyond the only use of the technology. Recently, many users have either found AI tools specifically built for relationships or turned tools like ChatGPT into tools for socializing.    The very first A

As more people put their faith in the experimental AI bubble, how close is it to causing a global recession? Throughout the 21st century, arguably, no invention has changed the way we view our digital world more than the introduction of AI, specifically large language models and AI chatbots. As our society becomes more digitized, investment in this revolutionary technology is likely to continue. However, will this investment be worth it to the consumer? Or will business repea

As Earth faces the dangers of anthropogenic climate change, researchers look to new strategies in conservation to protect our planet’s biodiversity. Earth is in danger of a “ sixth mass extinction ” according to the WWF.  Habitat destruction, climate change, pollution, overfishing and hunting, and the introduction of invasive species threaten our planet’s rich biodiversity, and we are desperately in need of effective solutions to defend it. While our wildlife can be protected

The seemingly endless pump of meaningless AI-generated cat content on the web gets stranger than you’d think. If you’ve been on the internet any time within the past year, there’s a solid chance you’ve seen this video  of a kid in tears while watching a feed of AI-generated cat stories. The video has amassed over 160 million views on TikTok (the original appears to be no longer available) and at least 22.8 million likes.  This video and its popularity aren’t an isolated incid

The tweens of today are robbed of their childhood—and it’s not their fault. Walking through the middle and elementary school recently, I was struck by how grown-up the students looked and acted. Stanleys lined the cubbies as girls wore clothing that wouldn’t look out of place in my high school hallways.  Justice. Fidget spinners. Slime. Rainbow loom bracelets. Legos. All fads and hallmarks of my childhood seem so immature in comparison.  Looking back as a high school sophomor

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