Small Businesses and AI: Accelerating Innovation and Inclusion

By Shamina Singh Artificial intelligence (AI) is a transformative technology that has the potential to revolutionize industries. This includes small businesses, which are the heart of the economy, representing more than 90% of businesses globally and employing half of the world’s workers. However, conversations about AI tend to focus on technology-driven companies and rarely relate … Read more

Miro redefines collaboration tools with the AI-driven innovation workspace

AI Sidekick in Miro Innovation Workspace Miron Miro, the online collaboration software provider, recently introduced Innovation Workspace, which it is touting as the most significant product update in the company’s history. This AI-powered platform is designed to optimize the product design and innovation process; more than that, it signals a major shift in Miro’s strategic … Read more

The Monterey Data Conference explores the role of foundational AI models in the future of science

October 22, 2024 – In science, data is essential. Scientific methods rely on accurate, well-documented data to draw conclusions, test hypotheses, build models, and explain the natural world. Data is not just a by-product of research; it is a critical component that ensures results are reproducible and reliable – and the integrity of the scientific … Read more

2 restaurants keep their business licenses after the vote

Two popular Pelham businesses that had their business licenses revoked during paper bingo nights were allowed to remain in business after a unanimous vote by the Pelham City Council. More than three dozen people showed up to show their support for Lil Bits Tavern and Pub 261, saying both establishments stopped allowing paper bingo game … Read more

NYT ‘Connections’ Tips & Answers for October 23 (#500)

Find the connections between the words to win today’s Connections game. getty Looking for Tuesday Links tips and answers instead? You can find them here: ForbesNYT “Connections” Tips and Answers for October 22 (#499)from Chris Holt It’s Wednesday and you know what that means: it’s time for another round Connections! It’s actually a special occasion, … Read more

Melatonin disruption is linked to earlier onset of osteoporosis, a new study suggests

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Scientists have identified a genetic cause of an extremely rare bone-weakening disease seen in young adults. Idiopathic osteoporosis is a bone disease that is estimated to affect about 0.4 people per 100,000 each year. Like the most common forms of osteoporosisit weakens people’s bones, causing them to become brittle. This increases the risk of fractures, … Read more

Sam Altman’s world wants to scan your eyes to prove you’re human

Welcome back to The Prompt, World co-founder Sam Altman Getty Images Sam Altman’s cryptocurrency venture Worldcoin, which scans the irises of people around the world in exchange for a cryptocurrency payment, is rebranding itself as “World.” The company has shifted its strategic focus away from crypto and into human identification in a world where AI … Read more

Scientists discover ‘glue’ that holds memory together in fascinating neuroscience discovery

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A team of scientists has made an important discovery about how the brain stores long-term memories. They identified the molecule KIBRA, which acts as a “glue” to anchor PKMζ, an enzyme critical for strengthening synaptic connections between neurons. This interaction ensures that memories are not lost as brain proteins degrade and regenerate, providing a deeper … Read more