Science & Applications Correspondent
Owen Mercer follows the practical uses of machine learning in science and everyday systems. His coverage centers on usefulness: who benefits, what has been demonstrated and what remains a prototype. He writes patient explanations of technically demanding subjects.
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Agent-Based Modeling (ABM), a powerful approach for studying complex systems, is evolving beyond simple simulation. A new paper published on arXiv highlights how ABM is increasingly incorporating c......
Read article →The AI landscape is about to get a whole lot faster and more efficient, thanks to a groundbreaking new approach detailed in a paper published on arXiv.org....
Read article →The world of data is about to get a whole lot more complicated, or perhaps, a whole lot more streamlined. A new paper published on arXiv....
Read article →The rise of large language models (LLMs) has led to an intriguing proposition: using them as "digital twins" to stand in for human respondents in various tests and simulations. But how well do thes......
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Read article →Intel's latest earnings report paints a picture of a company striving for a comeback, but facing significant headwinds. While Q4 showed promise, the tech giant is bracing for renewed supply chain c......
Read article →Apple's long-awaited entry into the smart home hub arena might just have a killer feature: a robotic swiveling base. According to *The Information*, the upcoming device, slated for a potential spri......
Read article →This week is shaping up to be a great one for Apple enthusiasts looking to snag a deal. From the coveted Studio Display hitting its lowest price in months to discounts on Satechi accessories and ev......
Read article →For the past two years, a solo developer has been quietly toiling away, building an audio app designed specifically for kids. Now, they're emerging to share the hard-won lessons learned in the tren......
Read article →Buckle up, Apple enthusiasts! The rumor mill is churning at full speed as we delve into the latest leaks surrounding the iPhone 18 Pro, a revamped Siri, and a potentially game-changing AI pin....
Read article →Apple's latest software update, iOS 26, brings a new player to the fitness game: Workout Buddy. This AI-powered companion promises to inject personalized encouragement into your workouts using the ......
Read article →The tech world is abuzz with reports that Apple is exploring the development of an AI pin, a wearable device that could potentially offer a new way to interact with technology. This move positions ......
Read article →The way we interact with web applications is about to get a whole lot more conversational. SpeechOS, a newly launched platform, promises to bring the intuitive voice input experience popularized by......
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Read article →Imagine a future where emergency intubation is faster, safer, and requires minimal specialized training. That future might be closer than we think, thanks to a new self-guided intubation device pow......
Read article →Buckle up, Apple enthusiasts! The early weeks of 2026 might have felt a bit quiet, but Cupertino is gearing up for a flurry of activity....
Read article →Sony is shaking up the earbud market with its latest innovation: the LinkBuds Clip. Forget everything you thought you knew about how earbuds should fit....
Read article →Micron's ambitious plans for a massive memory-chip fabrication plant in central New York are facing a new challenge. Activists are now pushing for a formal "Community Benefits Agreement" (CBA) to e......
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