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Private equity's growing grip on methadone clinics faces scrutiny
Private equity firms have significantly increased their ownership of methadone clinics across the U.S., acquiring over a third of these specialized facilities. Despite claims that this capital expansion modernizes care,…
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AI models' cognitive impairment detection methods analyzed
Researchers have investigated how Large Audio-Language Models (LALMs) assess cognitive impairment (CI) from speech, focusing on identifying which internal components drive decisions and how much CI information is access…
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University of Pittsburgh study finds AI investment doesn't boost productivity
A recent study from the University of Pittsburgh suggests that companies investing in AI and subsequently reducing their workforce have not seen a corresponding increase in productivity. The research indicates that whil…
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US probes 9 universities for visa fraud, Chinese influence
The U.S. Department of Labor's Inspector General has launched a significant investigation into nine universities, including Harvard, Yale, Stanford, and MIT, for alleged J-1 visa fraud. This probe is particularly focuse…
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Microsoft and Hugging Face launch ThinkingBox AI agent benchmark
Microsoft and Hugging Face have introduced ThinkingBox, a new benchmark designed to evaluate AI agents' ability to correctly interact with backend databases and systems. The benchmark measures not just whether an agent …
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New study reveals hidden layer of genome complexity in mammalian cells
A recent study has uncovered a previously unknown mechanism within mammalian cells where RNA from distinct genes can be combined to create functional hybrid proteins. This discovery sheds light on a hidden layer of geno…
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DHS unit analyzes financial data for 'predictive policing' traffic stops · 4 sources tracked
A secretive unit within the Department of Homeland Security, known as the Predictive Intelligence Targeting Teams (PITT), is analyzing Americans' financial habits and other data to identify individuals for traffic stops…
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Gen Z loses trust in business due to layoffs, broken promises, and pay gaps
A growing number of younger workers are losing faith in American businesses due to perceived broken promises and unfair practices. Layoffs are frequent and often lack severance, while health insurance can be abruptly cu…
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Meta AI models enhance assistive robotics at University of Pittsburgh
The University of Pittsburgh is leveraging Meta's AI models to advance assistive robotics, aiming to improve independence for individuals with disabilities. This collaboration highlights the potential of open-source AI …
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Professor urges against AI adoption delay amid student protests
A University of Pittsburgh professor is urging against delaying AI adoption, despite student protests. He argues that the rapid advancement of AI necessitates immediate integration and development, rather than hesitatio…