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Alex is a staff writer at BBC Science Focus. He has worked for a number of brands covering technology and science with an interest in consumer tech, robotics, AI and the often generally wonderful and weird world of future technology.
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The end of ageing? A new AI is developing drugs to fight your biological clock
8/5/2023
Through a machine-learning process, researchers at the University of Edinburgh were able to discover molecules to tackle ageing cells in just minutes.
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Midjourney: The gothic AI image generator challenging the art industry
7/11/2023
Yet another AI image generator that is taking over the internet, Midjourney is all about using your imagination.
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Allergies, with Theresa Macphail
7/7/2023
Is a future without allergies possible? We explore the science
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ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about OpenAI's GPT-4 tool
6/30/2023
OpenAI is back in the headlines with news that it is updating its viral ChatGPT with a new version called GPT-4. But when will this be available, how does it work and can you use it?
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The best outdoor speakers for BBQs and parties in 2023
6/30/2023
Designed to pump out lots of sound without sacrificing portability, a good outdoor speaker is worth the money. But how do you know which one to go for? We've tested the best options and listed them below.
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Marshall Middleton Bluetooth speaker review: Punchy bass in a heavy frame
6/29/2023
The Marshall Middleton exemplifies what makes Marshall great with a stylish, well-built design and punchy sound. But it is let down by two key issues.
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AI art’s hidden echo chamber is about to implode. Here’s what that will look like
6/26/2023
Artificial intelligence art generators train themselves on art pulled straight from the internet… but what happens when most of the art out there is now made by AI?
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The Apple Vision Pro has finally made virtual reality worth it
6/25/2023
Apple's first venture into the world of virtual reality has shown an exciting future for virtual reality, complete with a host of ground-breaking features.
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Why AI will ultimately lose the war of creativity with humanity
6/4/2023
Art created by artificial intelligence is everywhere. But, as a leading AI scientist explains, these works will always lack a creative spark.
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Breakthrough AI could soon generate whole 3D worlds from 2D videos
6/2/2023
A new tool by NVIDIA can create complex 3D objects from short videos, and could solve a lot of AI's problems.
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Best handheld vacuum cleaners to keep a tidy home in 2023
5/31/2023
Fight off dirt and dust in every corner of your home with these portable vacuum cleaners.
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Google Bard: What you need to know about ChatGPT’s AI rival
5/31/2023
吟游诗人,我谷歌s now in the battle to build the ultimate Chatbot, offering up Bard. It’s similar to ChatGPT, but how does it work?
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How to think like a billionaire: The personality traits and morality of the ultra-rich
5/30/2023
Billionaires live vastly different lives to most people, but are they happy? What personality traits make a billionaire? And are they lacking morals? We spoke to leading psychologists to find out.
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We asked Google’s new AI music bot to write us a song. We instantly regretted it
5/28/2023
We’ve seen AI dominate the world of art and the written word, and now it is coming for music, but it has a long way to go.
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7 simple, science-backed ways to better your mental health
5/20/2023
The science that can help alleviate anxiety and ward off depression.
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Gtech Multi Mk2 review: A mean, lean cleaning machine
5/18/2023
The Gtech Multi Mk2 isn’t for vacuuming the entire house, but instead, it is perfect for quick cleans, spills and the hard to reach places.
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A gene named after Sonic The Hedgehog is all that separates scales from feathers
5/17/2023
A recent discovery shows that changes in The Sonic Hedgehog gene can give a scaley animal feathers instead.
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Simple ways to spot a liar, explained by a psychology professor
5/14/2023
Lying is a daily part of life, but how can you identify the liars around you? A psychology professor outlines the top tips.
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Why your thoughts may not be private for much longer
5/13/2023
We need to rethink our human rights for the wearable tech of tomorrow, according to neurotechnology ethics expert Prof Nita Farahany.
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AI’s fight to understand creativity, with Ahmed Elgammal
5/12/2023
The rise and potential fall of AI Art.
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Google unveil Med-PaLM 2, a medical AI model to rival your GP
5/11/2023
A more accurate alternative to anxious Googling of symptoms was announced at Google’s IO event.
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37 best eco-friendly gifts in 2023
5/10/2023
The perfect presents for the environmentally friendly person in your life
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How the battle for space will change the world, with Dr Tim Marshall
5/2/2023
How will space be governed?
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Best smart doorbells to keep your home protected in 2023
4/30/2023
在市场上智能视频门铃吗?我们spent time using the best devices out there to bring you this complete list.
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