Author: Newyorki

The UN General Assembly is set to address artificial intelligence on Thursday, considering a resolution that outlines both the opportunities and challenges presented by this transformative technology, while advocating for the establishment of international standards. Co-sponsored by numerous countries, the resolution underscores the importance of developing guidelines “to promote safe, secure, and trustworthy artificial intelligence systems,” with a notable exclusion of military AI from its scope. While highlighting the positive potential of AI, the resolution also emphasizes the need for concerted efforts to bridge the digital divides between and within countries. Presented by the United States, this draft resolution marks…

Despite Nikki Haley dropping out of the Republican race, her popularity has not waned, as evident in the recent Ohio Republican Senate primary where a candidate endorsed by Trump emerged victorious. In Tuesday’s primary elections, both Donald Trump and Joe Biden secured more delegates, fueling anticipation for a potential rematch in November. Their initial triumphs unfolded in Ohio, accompanied by a closely watched Senate race, as well as in Illinois and Kansas. Additionally, Trump clinched the Republican primary in Florida, where Democrats did not hold a similar contest. Even though Nikki Haley, the former South Carolina governor and presidential candidate,…

On Monday, Nvidia revealed a significant expansion of its partnership with top Chinese electric car manufacturers, such as BYD, focusing on advancing autonomous AI-driven vehicles. This collaboration strengthens Nvidia’s ties with the Chinese electric vehicle sector, despite facing restrictions from the United States on exporting its most advanced AI hardware to China. BYD, which surpassed Tesla in sales in the final quarter of 2023, joins other Chinese automakers in adopting Nvidia’s DRIVE Thor. This comprehensive vehicle control system incorporates robust generative AI capabilities. “At today’s developers conference, we’re excited to announce that BYD, the world’s largest EV company, will be…

Donald Trump emphasized the significance of November’s presidential election during a rally in Ohio on Saturday, portraying his campaign for the White House as a pivotal moment for the nation. Following his confirmation as the presumptive Republican nominee, the former president also issued a warning of potential consequences, describing a potential “bloodbath” if he is not elected. However, the context of this statement was unclear, as it emerged amidst remarks about challenges facing the US auto industry. “Remember this date, November 5th. I truly believe it will be the most consequential date in our country’s history,” stated the 77-year-old to…

Positioned as the intersection of art and technology, New York’s newest museum, The Mercer Labs Museum of Art and Technology, is poised to revolutionize the museum experience with its “immersive and sensory” approach. Featuring the creations of Roy Nachum, a multifaceted artist known for his work in painting, sculpture, and sound and light design, the museum has been open since January in Manhattan’s financial hub. With an investment of $35 million into the former shopping mall space, Nachum and investor Michael Cayre are aiming to turn a profit, culminating in the museum’s formal grand opening on March 28. Despite New…

OpenAI has announced collaborations with Le Monde and Prisa Media to enhance its ChatGPT artificial intelligence tool with news-related capabilities. This partnership allows OpenAI to utilize content from Le Monde and Prisa Media publications, including El Pais, Cinco Dias, and El Huffpost, to train its AI models. Brad Lightcap, Chief Operating Officer of OpenAI, expressed the goal of enabling ChatGPT users to engage with news content in interactive and insightful ways through these partnerships. In the coming months, ChatGPT users can expect to receive news summaries from these publishers along with links to the original articles, facilitating a richer news…

On Wednesday, the US House of Representatives is set to vote on a bill that could compel TikTok to sever its ties with its Chinese parent company or face a ban in the United States. This legislation poses the most significant threat yet to the video-sharing platform, which has skyrocketed in popularity worldwide. However, concerns persist among governments and security officials about its Chinese ownership and potential ties to the Communist Party in Beijing. The vote is scheduled for 10:00 am (1400 GMT) and is anticipated to pass with overwhelming support, marking a rare moment of bipartisan agreement in the…

Haiti’s prime minister agreed late Monday to step aside amid escalating chaos caused by armed gangs, accepting a regional push for a transition that paves the way for international intervention. Ariel Henry’s resignation was secured by Caribbean nations at an emergency meeting in Jamaica. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken offered an additional $100 million to support the transition, which will include a security force led by Kenya. Armed gangs have seized control of large parts of Haiti, exacerbating an already dire situation in the Western Hemisphere’s poorest country. Recent weeks have seen a surge in violence, with bodies littering…

Dozens of Muslim worshippers convened in New York’s Times Square on Sunday to commence the holy month of Ramadan, with some proudly displaying Palestinian flags in solidarity with those in Gaza. Against the luminous backdrop of the vibrant LED advertising billboards that define the Manhattan landmark, they engaged in Taraweeh, the special Ramadan night prayers. “It’s a meaningful experience to gather here as Muslims. Witnessing Muslims from various places was unexpected for me—it’s my first time here. I wanted to witness the community,” shared Salman al-Hanafy, a 20-year-old forklift operator from Cairo, clad in a pristine white thobe. Despite the…

Over three million Americans cast their votes in the Republican primary, endorsing Nikki Haley as their preferred candidate for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. However, Haley recently conceded to Donald Trump, leaving a considerable faction of the party without a candidate to rally behind. This dilemma forces some to contemplate whether to abstain from voting altogether or to switch their allegiance to Trump or even Democratic President Joe Biden. Adam Caldwell’s admiration for Haley’s candidacy was so profound that he embarked on a journey of hours on his birthday to attend the campaign launch of the 52-year-old former UN ambassador…