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3D AI advances: object articulation, 4D dynamics, and efficient reconstruction
Recent research in 3D computer vision is moving beyond simply reconstructing shapes to understanding object articulation, motion, and efficient processing. Papers presented at CVPR 2026 explore how AI can infer an objec…
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AI pioneer Geoffrey Hinton calls for drug-like regulation
Geoffrey Hinton, a Nobel laureate and AI pioneer, has retired from active AI development but continues to advocate for the field's responsible progression. In a recent interview, he emphasized the critical need for inde…
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AI worm developed by U of T researchers targets online devices
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed an AI-powered worm capable of targeting any online device. This adaptive worm can spread across networks, seize control, and hijack computing power for malicious a…
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AI worm autonomously exploits new vulnerabilities in cybersecurity test
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed an AI-powered computer worm capable of autonomously identifying and exploiting new vulnerabilities in real-time. Unlike traditional worms that rely on a single kno…
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AI worm built with accessible models targets online devices
Researchers at the University of Toronto have developed a new type of AI-powered cyberworm that can adapt its strategy as it spreads across networks. This worm, built using accessible AI models, can seize control of dev…
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AI-powered worms can adapt and spread autonomously
Researchers have developed a prototype AI-powered computer worm that can adapt its attack strategies in real-time. This novel malware leverages open-weight large language models running on compromised machines to genera…
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Quantum experiment confirms photons appear to exit atom cloud before entering
A University of Toronto experiment demonstrating that photons can spend a negative amount of time within an atom cloud has successfully passed peer review and been published in Physical Review Letters. This groundbreaki…
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NVIDIA and Tsinghua team create Gamma-World for multi-agent simulations
Researchers from NVIDIA, Tsinghua University, and other institutions have introduced Gamma-World, a novel framework for generative multi-agent world modeling. This system addresses the limitations of existing single-age…
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Molecular glue CLEO4-88 selectively targets disease proteins
Researchers have developed a novel molecular glue, CLEO4-88, capable of selectively dampening the activity of disease-causing proteins. This approach differs from traditional molecular glues by binding to a single prote…
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AI moves beyond perception to action in autonomous driving and robotics
Researchers are advancing AI for autonomous driving and multi-agent collaboration by focusing on action and decision-making beyond simple environmental recognition. New research presented at CVPR 2026 explores controlla…
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Canadian business travel to US plummets amid geopolitical tensions
Canadian business leaders and tourists are significantly reducing their travel to the U.S., with a 42% median decline in visits to U.S. metropolitan areas reported by the University of Toronto. This trend extends beyond…
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Microsoft AI data centers spark debate over Toronto's power supply and costs
Microsoft's expansion of AI data centers in the Toronto area is raising concerns about its impact on electricity supply and costs for residents. While some officials believe these facilities can be managed responsibly a…
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Microsoft Research showcases AI systems, networking advances at NSDI '26
Microsoft researchers will present 11 papers at the NSDI '26 conference, focusing on advances in large-scale networked systems relevant to cloud computing and AI. Several papers explore novel approaches to optimizing AI…
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Talkie AI: Vintage language model trained on pre-1931 data aims to reveal AI's inner workings
A team of AI researchers has developed Talkie, a 13-billion-parameter language model trained exclusively on English-language texts published before the end of 1930. The creators aim to use Talkie to better understand AI…
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Healthcare AI tools are widely adopted but their impact on patient outcomes remains unknown.
A new paper in Nature Medicine highlights a critical gap in the deployment of AI in healthcare: while many AI tools demonstrate accuracy, their actual impact on patient health outcomes remains largely unknown. Researche…
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Author shares strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome despite achievements
Susan Shu shares her personal experiences with imposter syndrome, a feeling of inadequacy despite achievements. She recounts struggling with self-doubt during her master's program at the University of Toronto and after …