When Jake Klinkert was growing up, his father suggested that since he loved video games, he should make them. Klinkert took those words to heart and went on to earn a Master of Interactive Technology in Digital Game Development from SMU Guildhall. Now a Ph.D. student in the Computer Science Department at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering, he is testing large language models (like ChatGPT) to create non-playable characters (NPCs) that act and respond more like real people.When Jake Klinkert was growing up, his father suggested that since he loved video games, he should make them. Klinkert took those words to heart and went on to earn a Master of Interactive Technology in Digital Game Development from SMU Guildhall. Now a Ph.D. student in the Computer Science Department at SMU’s Lyle School of Engineering, he is testing large language models (like ChatGPT) to create non-playable characters (NPCs) that act and respond more like real people.Computer Sciences[#item_full_content]

From Bigfoot vlogs to algorithmically created personas, hyperrealistic AI content is redefining the boundaries of digital creators. These influencers are entirely virtual personas created using generative AI tools that simulate human features, voices, and behaviors. They post lifestyle content, interact with followers, and even secure brand endorsements—all without existing in the physical world.From Bigfoot vlogs to algorithmically created personas, hyperrealistic AI content is redefining the boundaries of digital creators. These influencers are entirely virtual personas created using generative AI tools that simulate human features, voices, and behaviors. They post lifestyle content, interact with followers, and even secure brand endorsements—all without existing in the physical world.Consumer & Gadgets[#item_full_content]

Santa Ana, California-based entrepreneur Charlie Chang spent years posting finance videos on YouTube before he made a profit.Santa Ana, California-based entrepreneur Charlie Chang spent years posting finance videos on YouTube before he made a profit.Business[#item_full_content]

As AI becomes a ubiquitous part of everyday life, people increasingly understand how it works. Whereas traditional computer programs operate on clear logic—”If A happens, then do B”—AI models, especially neural networks, make decisions that are difficult to trace back to any single rule or line of code. As a result, traditional program analysis techniques such as code review are ineffective in addressing neural networks’ vulnerabilities.As AI becomes a ubiquitous part of everyday life, people increasingly understand how it works. Whereas traditional computer programs operate on clear logic—”If A happens, then do B”—AI models, especially neural networks, make decisions that are difficult to trace back to any single rule or line of code. As a result, traditional program analysis techniques such as code review are ineffective in addressing neural networks’ vulnerabilities.Machine learning & AI[#item_full_content]

Aircraft surface inspections are a critical and mandatory component of airworthiness that uses visual and digital checks to spot minute damage, wear, or malfunction.Aircraft surface inspections are a critical and mandatory component of airworthiness that uses visual and digital checks to spot minute damage, wear, or malfunction.Automotive[#item_full_content]

Imagine for a moment that you’re in an auto factory. A robot and a human are working next to each other on the production line. The robot is busy rapidly assembling car doors while the human runs quality control, inspecting the doors for damage and making sure they come together as they should.Imagine for a moment that you’re in an auto factory. A robot and a human are working next to each other on the production line. The robot is busy rapidly assembling car doors while the human runs quality control, inspecting the doors for damage and making sure they come together as they should.Robotics[#item_full_content]

As self-driving cars move closer to everyday reality, one big question remains: Will people actually trust them?As self-driving cars move closer to everyday reality, one big question remains: Will people actually trust them?Automotive[#item_full_content]

Annually, tens of thousands of wildfires ravage the United States, posing significant threats to people, wildlife, and infrastructure. A percentage of those wildfires are caused by degraded or downed electrical equipment. But what if artificial intelligence (AI) could detect the spark before wildfires even start?Annually, tens of thousands of wildfires ravage the United States, posing significant threats to people, wildlife, and infrastructure. A percentage of those wildfires are caused by degraded or downed electrical equipment. But what if artificial intelligence (AI) could detect the spark before wildfires even start?Engineering[#item_full_content]

We know that a person’s Google history can be used as evidence in court, but what about a conversation with an artificial intelligence chatbot?We know that a person’s Google history can be used as evidence in court, but what about a conversation with an artificial intelligence chatbot?Internet[#item_full_content]

From creating art and writing code to drafting emails and designing new drugs, generative AI tools are becoming increasingly indispensable for both business and personal use. As demand increases, they will require even more computing power, memory and, therefore, energy. That’s got scientists looking for ways to reduce their energy consumption.From creating art and writing code to drafting emails and designing new drugs, generative AI tools are becoming increasingly indispensable for both business and personal use. As demand increases, they will require even more computing power, memory and, therefore, energy. That’s got scientists looking for ways to reduce their energy consumption.Hi Tech & Innovation[#item_full_content]