Why C Isn"t a Programming Language Any More
The C programming language has many problems. But now the Registers notes that "Aria Beingessner, a member of the teams that implemented both Rust and Swift, has an interesting take... That C isn't a programming language anymore...." "And it hasn't.....»»
AI tools like ChatGPT expected to fuel BEC attacks
Across all BEC attacks seen over the past year, 57% relied on language as the main attack vector to get them in front of unsuspecting employees, according to Armorblox. In other trends to watch, vendor compromise and fraud are rising as a new attack.....»»
New research finds altering language of job descriptions may not help organizations address diversity issues
It looks like the "best practice" of removing gendered language from job listings may simply have been a "best guess" by managers seeking to increase diversity of applicant pools for their organizations. New research in Management Science finds that.....»»
Zigbee PRO 2023 introduces new security mechanisms, feature enhancements
The Connectivity Standards Alliance released Zigbee PRO 2023 of the Zigbee protocol stack. The revision brings several enhancements and new features to the technology, allowing mesh networks to have a universal language that enables smart objects to.....»»
Developer creates “regenerative” AI program that fixes bugs on the fly
"Wolverine" experiment can fix Python bugs at runtime and re-run the code. Enlarge / An AI-generated and human composited image of "Wolverine programming on a computer." (credit: Benj Edwards / Midjourney) Debugging a fa.....»»
Developer creates “self-healing” programs that fix themselves thanks to AI
"Wolverine" experiment can fix Python bugs on the fly and re-run the code. Enlarge / An AI-generated and human composited image of "Wolverine programming on a computer." (credit: Benj Edwards / Midjourney) Debugging a fa.....»»
ChatGPT made up its own language to expand its memory
A bizarre language dubbed Shogtongue can shorten long ChatGPT conversations in a few lines of text so you can get around AI memory limitations......»»
iTranslate 15.0 review: Overcome language barriers with your iPhone
The iTranslate app can help travelers communicate with locals when exploring new destinations, even if they do not speak the language.Review: The iTranslate appPlanning your dream vacation to a faraway country can be thrilling, but not knowing the lo.....»»
Nokia Quietly Backtracks on Pure UI Debut
The digital design language was very much in line with the company's new logo, although the announcement did cause some initial confusion as to whether or not the UI would make its way to Nokia mobile hardware. Nokia’s announcement of.....»»
ChatGPT just created malware, and that’s seriously scary
A self-professed programming novice has reported to create a powerful data-mining malware using just ChatGPT prompts, all within a span of a few hours......»»
GPT-5: release date, claims of AGI, pushback, and more
GPT-5 is expected to be the next major iteration of OpenAI's large language models. Here's everything we know about it so far......»»
Illinois state Senate approves bill to codify e-signatures, home vehicle delivery
If also passed in the state House and signed into law, S.B. 1896 would amend the Illinois Vehicle Code to clarify language pertaining to home vehicle delivery and electronic signatures......»»
Outrage over white-only job ad drives tech firm to delete website
Company claims an ex-employee added discriminatory language to the job ad. Enlarge (credit: VIDOK | iStock / Getty Images Plus) After Redditors called out a Virginia-based tech firm for posting an “illegal and nauseati.....»»
Musk expands feud with media by labeling NPR Twitter account “state-affiliated”
Twitter changes policy to exclude NPR but hasn't fully scrubbed the old language. Enlarge / NPR's Twitter account on April 5, 2023. Twitter has branded NPR with the "state-affiliated media" tag applied to news organizat.....»»
Study uncovers social cost of using AI in conversations
People have more efficient conversations, use more positive language and perceive each other more positively when using an artificial intelligence-enabled chat tool, a group of Cornell researchers has found......»»
Ancient DNA is restoring the origin story of the Swahili people of the East African coast
The legacy of the medieval Swahili civilization is a source of extraordinary pride in East Africa, as reflected in its language being the official tongue of Kenya, Tanzania and even inland countries like Uganda and Rwanda, far from the Indian Ocean s.....»»
Jeep"s EV design language wows retailers
Jeep's new EV plans are getting its dealers excited, especially for creating designs that stay true to the rugged brand......»»
Order cutbacks still cast shadow over TSMC revenue prospects
TSMC continues to experience cutbacks in orders from major customers including MediaTek and Apple, according to industry sources. Besides, the foundry has yet to ramp up wafer starts for Nvidia's chips, which enable ChatGPT and other large language m.....»»
Body language books get it wrong: The truth about reading nonverbal cues
Most of us have heard the one about if you cross your arms over your chest you're feeling defensive or if you're fiddling with your hair while talking you feel nervous—but is there really any truth to some of these body language stereotypes?.....»»
Logitech"s new Zone Learn headset helps kids with online classes
Young children can benefit from online language learning classes using Logitech's new Zone Learn headphones that it tested with educators.Zone Learn headsets from LogitechThe company worked with educators and students to design a headset tuned for vo.....»»
Cerebras releases 7 new GPT models trained on CS-2 wafer-scale systems
Cerebras Systems has trained and is releasing a series of seven GPT-based large language models (LLM) for open use by the research community, according to the company. This is the first time a company has used non-GPU based AI systems to train LLMs u.....»»