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Innovative AI Paint, AI Factcheckers on X, & EU AI Act Delay

AI helps find formula for paint to keep buildings cooler

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• AI has been used to engineer paint that can keep buildings significantly cooler than traditional paint, reducing energy use and potentially cutting air-conditioning bills.
• This application of artificial intelligence in materials science showcases the potential for AI to accelerate the development of innovative solutions for various industries beyond just paint.

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Fears AI factcheckers on X could increase promotion of conspiracy theories

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• Elon Musk's X social media platform is implementing AI chatbots for fact-checking, potentially leading to increased promotion of misinformation and conspiracy theories, according to a former UK technology minister.
• The platform will now use AI to draft community notes instead of humans, raising concerns about the accuracy and impact of AI-generated content on news editing and dissemination.

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ASML, Airbus, Mistral Ask EU to Delay Start of AI Act Rules

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• ASML Holding NV, Airbus SE, and Mistral AI are requesting the EU to postpone the enforcement of the AI Act rules for two years to prevent jeopardizing Europe's AI aspirations.
• The European companies are concerned that the current AI regulation could hinder the continent's advancements in artificial intelligence.

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The Guardian view on the graduate jobs crunch: AI must not be allowed to eclipse young talent | Editorial

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• Entry-level jobs for university graduates are becoming scarcer, with a significant decrease in advertised positions according to a recent report by Indeed.
• The rise of AI and new technologies is seen as a factor contributing to the difficulty faced by young graduates in securing traditional entry-level roles, raising concerns about the impact on the next generation's career prospects.

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Confronting the AI/energy conundrum

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• The MIT Energy Initiative's annual research symposium delves into the role of artificial intelligence in addressing the challenges and opportunities in the clean energy transition.
• The symposium discusses AI's dual role as a problem and a solution in the energy sector, highlighting the complexities and potential impacts of integrating AI technologies.

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