Researchers have developed a novel ‘unsupervised’ language translation model — meaning it runs without the need for human annotations and guidance — that could lead to faster, more efficient computer-based translations of far more languages.
New method peeks inside the ‘black box’ of artificial intelligence
Computer scientists have developed a promising new approach for interpreting machine learning algorithms. Unlike previous efforts, which typically sought to ‘break’ the algorithms by removing key words from inputs to yield the wrong answer, the researchers instead reduced the inputs to the bare minimum required to yield the correct answer. On average, the researchers got the correct answer with an input of less than three words.
‘Prospect’: A Lo-Fi, DIY Sci-Fi Film That’s Better Than Its Big-Budget Brethren
The indie presents an alternative universe and an alternate Hollywood, one where directors make visual effects in their basements.
Gut bacteria may control movement
A new study puts a fresh spin on what it means to ‘go with your gut.’ The findings suggest that gut bacteria may control movement in fruit flies and identify the neurons involved in this response.
2D magnetism: Atom-thick platforms for energy, information and computing research
A class of 2D magnetic materials — known as van der Waals materials — may offer one of the most ambitious platforms yet to understand and control phases of matter at the nanoscale.
Biomarker discovered for most common form of heart failure
Researchers have discovered a biomarker — a protein found in the blood — for the most common type of heart failure, a new study shows.
Quantum Physicists Found a New, Safer Way to Navigate
GPS can be hacked, so airplanes and ships need a backup system. These quantum physicists think they have an answer.
For Halloween, Google Doodle scares up addictive multiplayer game – CNET
Invite friends or family members to play Great Ghoul Duel or join random strangers from around the world.
This clever USB-C hub attaches directly to your MacBook charger
Hyper has a new USB-C hub, and it’s a pretty clever twist on the usual hubs we’ve seen. Instead of plugging your charger into a separate hub, the HyperDrive USB-C Hub Attach attaches (get it?) to the charger for a more seamless setup than a dangling dongle.
It’s similar to the TwelveSouth’s PlugBug, which attaches to the plug end of Apple’s MacBook chargers to add USB Type-A ports for charging. But the HyperDrive USB-C Hub Attach goes a step further by actually serving as an active USB-C hub. It lets you not only use the two extra ports for charging, but you can actually connect them to your computer for data transfer, too.
Due to the physical design of the Hub Attach, Hyper is making two versions. There’s a $49.99 model…
See Superman’s transformation into The Witcher’s Geralt – CNET
Netflix’s The Witcher comes out in 2019.