AI protein database reveal is ‘a great leap’ for biology
25 July 2021 |
6:56 am
The transformative AlphaFold neural network has predicted the structures of more than 350,000 proteins from various organisms. This could "fundamentally change biological research."
Related
4 Apr
Walmart's in-store AI cameras: false video claims of “monitoring” shoppers. Surveillance state or inventory tool? Canadian shoppers online have accused supermarket giant Walmart of extreme video surveillance and “controlling the population,” after a video of mysterious black box cameras appeared in the food aisles.
8 Apr
A photo of a young French protester in the hands of riot police gained attention on Twitter, with strong suspicions it was AI-generated -- but in an AI role reversal, it’s a real photo. We spoke to photographers who were there at the protest to verify -- including the person behind the lens themselves, in this edition of Truth or Fake with Vedika Bahl.
9 Apr
Italy's data privacy watchdog said it was taking the temporary action "until ChatGPT respects privacy."
9 Apr
The US president's remarks come on the sidelines of a science and technology meeting as controversy over ChatGPT grows. Canada is meanwhile probing the AI chatbot over alleged unauthorized use of data.
12 Apr
Viral photos appear to show a beached shark in the United States being rescued by local residents. But that is what the social media posts want people to think. The photos are actually fake, generated by artificial intelligence software, and their creator seemingly wants to take advantage of the confusion. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake.
16 Apr
Alibaba is the latest tech company to enter the artificial intelligence race, as it unveils its own chatbot, Tongyi Qianwen. But it could face restrictions before even launching, as authorities in Beijing have outlined draft regulations to govern AI, including the stipulation that such platforms will reflect the core values of socialism.
16 Apr
Chatbots, robots and other cutting-edge technology are changing the tourism industry. What does the future hold?
20 Apr
The rise of systems like ChatGPT is dominating headlines. Experts worry that they could displace millions of workers, obscure the line between truth and lies, and deepen existing inequalities. Do they have a point?
22 Apr
We take a look at French President Emmanuel Macron’s attempts to move past his pension reform now that it has become law. We also discuss feminism in Russia, Iran and North Africa. And we dive into multiple advances in the fight against cancer. Finally, the Washington Post wonders what the future of wild sex will be.
19 Apr
Photographer Boris Eldagsen speaks to Eve Jackson about starting a huge debate about the future of photography. The German artist won a prestigious award with an image he made using artificial intelligence.
22 Apr
A German photographer has won first prize at an international competition with an entry generated by AI. He refused the award, provoking debate on the role of AI in image-making.
21 Apr
AI ethicist and philosopher Vincent Müller is calling for a social debate as creatives fear for their existence. But who should regulate the use of artificial intelligence?
Latest
3 mins ago
Chief Executive officer, Dangote Foundation, Zouera Youssoufou Speaking on Women Working For Change |Panel on From 300 to 3,000: What if tomorrow's African champions were women? She spoke at the ongoing Africa CEO forum in Abijdan, Coted'lvoire. Women represent an untapped economic opportunity on the continent, in sub-Saharan Africa alone, closing the gender gap could generate an additional $85 billion yearly.
19 mins ago
Chief Executive Officer, Transcorp PLC, Nigeria, Dr. Owen Omogiafo, at a panel discussion on Women Working For Change | From 300 to 3,000: What if tomorrow's African champions were women?. The Africa CEO forum is currently going on in Abijdan, Coted'lvoire.
1 hour ago
CNBC Africa is joined by Gundo Maswime, Civil Engineer Lecturer at the University Cape Town and Kasief Isaacs, Head of Private Markets at Mergence Investment Managers for this discussion.
1 hour ago
A new data center building under construction in Heidelberg, Germany, is set to be Europe's largest 3D-printed structure. The technology shows promise, but challenges to its widespread adoption remain.
4 hours ago
Trust in South Africa's government is waning due to assassinations, corruption, and power outages. For the first time since the end of apartheid, the African National Congress (ANC) party is fighting to stay in power.
4 hours ago
The European Court of Justice has again ruled against Poland over its controversial judicial reforms. It has sided with the European Commission over the question of judicial impartiality in Poland.