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- 2026-05-11 research_milestone Publication of a new method for Out-of-Distribution detection. source
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Ex-reality star Spencer Pratt gains traction in LA mayoral race
Spencer Pratt, a former reality TV personality, is unexpectedly gaining traction in his bid to become the mayor of Los Angeles. His campaign, initially met with skepticism, is now fueled by viral AI-generated videos and…
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California mayor pleads guilty to spying for China
Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia, California, has agreed to plead guilty to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government. She resigned from her city position following charges that she acted on behalf of Chine…
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TINS method enhances OOD detection in vision-language models
Researchers have developed TINS, a novel method for Out-of-Distribution (OOD) detection in vision-language models. TINS addresses limitations of static negative labels by learning dynamic negative semantics during test-…
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Geotab ranks 2026 World Cup cities on transport readiness
Geotab has released a study ranking the 16 host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup based on their transportation infrastructure's ability to handle large crowds. The analysis, which considered congestion, idling, safety…
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AI could help save Los Angeles, article argues
This article discusses the potential for AI to be used in urban planning and development, specifically focusing on Los Angeles. It explores how AI could help address issues like housing shortages, traffic congestion, an…
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School phone bans show little impact on test scores, study finds
A comprehensive study analyzing data from 4,600 schools found that widespread bans on phones in classrooms have yielded negligible improvements in test scores, attendance, and attention rates. While some minor positive …
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AI-generated political ads featuring Spencer Pratt spark debate
An AI-generated video ad featuring Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt has ignited a discussion about the use of artificial intelligence in political campaigns. The ad, which has been reposted by Pratt himself, …
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AI model infers trip purposes from GPS data using semantic zones and Pareto calibration
Researchers have developed a new framework for inferring trip purposes from GPS data, addressing challenges like GPS noise and incomplete Point of Interest (POI) coverage. The approach integrates POI semantic zones with…
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Young people increasingly dislike AI, opting for human-centric careers
Younger generations, particularly Gen Z, are increasingly expressing a dislike for AI tools. Many, like a 27-year-old art teacher in Los Angeles, are actively choosing careers that avoid AI, even if it means lower pay. …
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DHS plans $265M drone expansion, including Predator-style surveillance aircraft
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) intends to significantly expand its fleet of Predator-style surveillance drones, with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) leading the acquisition. This expansion, funded by the …
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Trump administration recalibrates immigration messaging amid optics concerns
The Trump administration is reportedly shifting its public messaging on immigration enforcement, moving away from aggressive, highly publicized tactics. This change appears to be driven by concerns over negative public …
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Orbital launches AI satellite data centers to bypass Earth's infrastructure limits
A US startup named Orbital is developing solar-powered AI satellites to function as data centers in low Earth orbit. The company aims to bypass terrestrial limitations like energy constraints and community opposition by…
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Social media platforms face new liability over platform design, potentially impacting Section 230
Recent jury verdicts against Meta and YouTube have raised concerns about the future of online speech and platform design. Plaintiffs argued that specific platform features, such as recommendation algorithms and infinite…
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Tower Semiconductor and Scintil Photonics debut single-chip laser for AI data center optics
Tower Semiconductor and Scintil Photonics have developed the first single-chip DWDM light engine designed for AI data centers. This technology uses dense wavelength division multiplexing to send multiple optical signals…
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Sequoia leads $16B investment in Waymo, signaling autonomous mobility's arrival
Sequoia Capital is co-leading a $16 billion investment round in Waymo, the autonomous driving company. This significant funding round underscores the arrival of autonomous mobility as a transformative technology. Waymo …
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Waymo and Tesla clash over sensor technology in the race for self-driving dominance
A competition is emerging in the autonomous vehicle market between Waymo's sensor-fusion approach, which uses lidar, radar, and cameras, and Tesla's vision-only system relying solely on cameras and advanced computation.…
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Canadian startups shine in AI, transit, VFX, and more
A discussion on Hacker News highlighted several Canadian tech companies, ranging from established firms to emerging startups. Participants shared information about companies in various sectors including transit technolo…