Not everyone agrees on what an “AI agent” actually is, but they are all still the rage. At a broad level, these so-called “agents” promise to go several steps beyond a mere chatbot, making decisions and taking actions on people’s behalf. Some might help…

This randomized clinical trial evaluates the diagnostic performance of physicians with use of a large language model compared with conventional resources.

Understanding how people perceive algorithmic decision-making is remains critical, as these systems are increasingly integrated into areas such as education, healthcare, and criminal justice. These pe...

The titan of American foreign policy was complicit in millions of deaths — and never showed remorse for his decisions.

The FBI has warned that technology used to create pornographic deepfake photos and videos was improving and being used for harassment and sextortion.

As the 2024 election approaches, misinformation researchers at the University of Washington say they won't be deterred by those seeking to undermine their work.

How a culture of gross sexism in the airlines created America’s most militantly feminist union

The booming popularity of countertops made of engineered stone has driven a new epidemic of silicosis, an incurable lung disease, researchers have found.

Yoel Roth argues that his experiences being attacked by Trump and Musk were part of a greater strategy — one that is changing what all of us see online.

In two recent conversations with very thoughtful journalists, I was asked about the apparent ‘schism’ between those making a lot of noise…