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A revolutionary new telescope will become operational this year in a secluded area of Chile and commence a decade-long survey of the southern sky. Inside, it houses the largest digital camera ever constructed for astronomy, which will capture images continuously for years to aid astronomers in investigating dark matter, exploring the Milky Way, and unraveling other cosmic mysteries.
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Generative search offers the promise of simplifying and speeding up the search for what you need. When a query is entered, an AI algorithm consolidates information from multiple online resources to provide a distinct answer. On your device, it can sift through documents, images, and video, identifying objects and individuals to enhance your search efficiency. This may herald the decline of conventional search engines and the emergence of personalized AI assistants.
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Large language models can achieve remarkable feats due to the incorporation of hundreds of billions—even trillions—of parameters (values that dictate their functions) and have been trained on a vast portion of online data. However, smaller language models that are less expensive and consume less energy are now able to compete with the giants across various specific tasks. Out with the dinosaurs. The future is owned by smaller, more agile entities.
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Cattle burps are among the primary contributors to agricultural emissions—and they are also among the most challenging issues to address. A feed supplement that substantially diminishes the methane emitted by cattle is now accessible in numerous countries. Other solutions, which may ultimately prove even more effective, are expected to be introduced soon.
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Robotaxis have undergone several years of testing and are now finally becoming accessible to the general public. In over a dozen cities globally, passengers can call for one at their convenience. Currently, the major companies are gearing up for fierce competition as they expand into new cities under the scrutiny of regulators.
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