OpenAI has accused Chinese AI lab DeepSeek of being “state-subsidized” and “state-controlled,” recommending that the U.S. government consider banning its models. The proposal, part of the Trump administration’s “AI Action Plan” initiative, claims that DeepSeek’s models pose security risks due to Chinese law requirements for user data compliance. The move marks an escalation of OpenAI’s…
Researchers at the IBS Center for Climate Physics have simulated the effects of a medium-sized asteroid impact on Earth’s climate. The study reveals that such an event would lead to a dramatic disruption of the climate, atmospheric chemistry, and global photosynthesis. The impact would cause a “global impact winter” with reduced sunlight, cold temperatures, and…
Mathematicians at New York University’s Courant Institute and the University of British Columbia have finally solved the three-dimensional Kakeya conjecture, a problem that has puzzled experts for over a century. The solution, which involves finding the most efficient way to point a pencil in every direction while minimizing the space it moves through, has far-reaching…
US President Donald Trump’s nominee for NIH director, Jay Bhattacharya, has expressed his commitment to ensuring scientists have the funding they need to do their work. However, his confirmation hearing raised concerns about his stance on COVID-19 and his priorities for the agency. Bhattacharya’s plans for reform, including a focus on chronic disease research and…
BitconeMine, a leading cloud mining company, is at the forefront of the industry’s evolution. With its cutting-edge technology and efficient operations, BitconeMine is well-positioned to lead the next generation of Bitcoin mining. The company offers a simple package purchase contract method, making it an excellent choice for those looking to increase passive income. Forecast for…
A recent episode of The Deep End podcast sheds light on the often-misunderstood world of mental health, particularly depression. The discussion highlights the stigma surrounding mental illness and the shame that comes with seeking treatment. Experts and individuals who have struggled with depression share their experiences, emphasizing the need for greater understanding and acceptance. Forecast…
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has fired over 100 employees working for the U.S. government’s cybersecurity agency CISA, including “red team” staffers. The layoffs, which happened in late February and early March, are the latest round of staff cuts to hit the federal cybersecurity agency since the start of the Trump administration. The…
Scientists in Japan and Taiwan have made a groundbreaking discovery that could reshape our understanding of the Earth’s interior. Experiments conducted by Haruki Takezawa and Kei Hirose at the University of Tokyo suggest that the Earth’s core could contain a vast reservoir of primordial helium-3, a light noble gas that was present when the planet…
The US National Institutes of Health (NIH) has begun terminating research grants that fund active scientific projects, citing a lack of alignment with “agency priorities.” The move has sparked widespread outrage among the scientific community, with many researchers expressing concerns that the terminations are motivated by politics rather than scientific merit. The NIH has instructed…
Seattle is emerging as a hub for biotech innovation, with a 24% growth in biotech employment over the past five years. Companies like A-Alpha Bio, Adaptive Biotechnologies, and Aurion Biotech are at the forefront of this revolution, developing cutting-edge treatments for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other conditions. These companies are leveraging technologies such as artificial…