Could AIs become conscious? Right now, we have no way to tell.
Scientists struggle to define consciousness, AI or otherwise. Enlarge (credit: BlackJack3D/Getty Images) Advances in artificial intelligence are making it increasingly difficult to distinguish between uniquely human beha.....»»
Prime members can snag a refurbished Echo at a very good discount
SAVE $37: Want to turn your home into a smart home? As of July 1, Amazon Prime members can save $37 on a certified refurbished fourth-generation Echo. Grab one for just $52.99 — a 41% savings. Budget and eco-conscious shoppers, this certified r.....»»
Compared: Amazon Fire 7 2022 vs iPad mini & 10.2-inch iPad
Amazon has updated its Fire 7 tablet for 2022 to make it faster and boost battery life, but it's unlikely to draw many potential buyers away from Apple's standard 10.2-inch iPad or the iPad mini, except for the highly cost-conscious.Amazon's Fire 7 f.....»»
Conscious effort key to diverse staff, dealer says
It requires an intentional mindset from leadership to set the tone throughout a company, says Frank Williams, who owns four dealerships in Alabama and Tennessee......»»
iPhone SE 3 review + top features: Good for 5G, but pay a little more for iPhone 11 and be happier tbh [Video]
The third-generation iPhone SE recently arrived with several updates that make it an appealing option for first-time iPhone users, or users on a budget. Although it costs slightly more than its direct predecessor, it’s the most cost-conscious bran.....»»
Is Conscious Culture the Way to More Positive Employee Experience?
Consumers and employees alike are demanding more accountability from organizations. Is the answer adopting a conscious culture? Continue reading........»»
2022 iPhone SE 3 review: You know what you"re getting
Apple's third-generation of iPhone SE is a very obvious performance-bump update, but the addition of 5G could make it one of the most attractive entry-points for potential switchers, and those who aren't fully spec-conscious.Starlight iPhone SEThe iP.....»»
Environmentally conscious consumers more likely to buy chicken raised on insects or algae
Consumers who are environmentally aware will likely warm up to the idea of using alternative proteins like insect meal in poultry feed if they're given enough information about the health and environmental benefits, a new University of Alberta study.....»»
Microsoft is trying to lower carbon emissions via Windows Update, of all things
Windows updates: Still annoying but now more environmentally conscious. Enlarge / Windows Update will try to do its thing when your local power grid is being powered with green energy sources. (credit: Microsoft) A future Wind.....»»
Sikur One, a go-to Android phone for the privacy conscious
The Sikur One might just be the most secure Android smartphone you can buy today. But should you?.....»»
More intense roasting of cocoa beans lessens bitterness, boosts chocolate liking
Confection makers who want to develop products containing 100% chocolate and no sugar for health-conscious consumers can reduce bitterness and optimize flavor acceptance by roasting cocoa beans longer and at higher temperatures......»»
OpenAI Cofounder Mocked for Tweeting That Neural Networks Might Be Slightly Conscious
"It may be that today's large neural networks are slightly conscious," OpenAI cofounder Ilya Sutskever tweeted Wednesday. Futurism says that after republishing that remark, "the responses came rolling in, with some representing the expected handwrin.....»»
Minority-owned businesses need inclusive policies, especially during COVID-19
Race-conscious policy that provides financial and commercial rent relief, and improved employee benefits and federal data collection mandates for financial institutions, could help prevent the disproportionate economic impact that COVID-19 has had on.....»»
Aha! Moments Pop Up from below the Level of Conscious Awareness
People in a study handily solved puzzles while juggling an unrelated mental task by relying on spontaneous insight, not analytic thinking -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Jabra Elite 4 Active review: Workout buds that won’t make your budget sweat
Jabra's latest workout earbuds find a sweet spot between features and price for budget-conscious athletes......»»
Parents more climate conscious under their children"s watchful eye
Parents are more likely to take action against climate change if observed by their children, a study reveals......»»
Ring Video Doorbell 3 just got a $40 price cut for Green Monday 2021
The convenient and security-conscious Ring Video Doorbell 3 is down to just $140 right now at Best Buy......»»
Yubico is making secure authentication even more affordable
Yubico's new Security Key C NFC offers modern, FIDO-based authentication for security-conscious users on a budget......»»
Activision claims Call of Duty’s new anti-cheat system won’t look at your files
High-level security driver allegedly only runs when games are active, server-side protections also included. Enlarge Call of Duty's comprehensive new anti-cheat system includes a potential olive branch for security-conscious.....»»
Firefox Lost Almost 50 Million Users In 3 Years
An anonymous reader quotes a report from It's FOSS, written by Ankush Das: Mozilla's Firefox is the only popular alternative to Chromium-based browsers. It has been the default choice for Linux users and privacy-conscious users across every platform......»»
The Best Laptops 2021
If you're buying a new laptop, there are a slew of options: desktop-rivaling powerhouses, 2-in-1s, MacBooks, gaming, value-conscious machines, and more. This guide takes you through our favorite choices in the market today......»»