Artificial intelligence has always been around us, with Timothy J. O’Malley’s 1985 book on AI projects for the Commodore 64 being one example. This book explores various AI techniques used in games and other applications, highlighting the foundational methods that have been around since the 1950s and 1960s. It also discusses modern advancements in AI and the ongoing debate about progress and definitions in the field.
Researchers tested large language models (LLMs) and humans on a comprehensive battery of theory of mind tasks, revealing differences in their performance on tasks such as understanding false beliefs, recognizing irony, and identifying faux pas.
An interdisciplinary research project exploring the history and ideas behind the influential ELIZA chatbot, created in the 1960s. The project aims to contextualize ELIZA, analyze its code, and examine its cultural impact on human-computer interaction.
This book explores the integration of computational thinking into K-12 education, covering topics such as artificial intelligence literacy and physical computing. Edited by Siu-Cheung Kong and Harold Abelson.
California Senator introduces bill to regulate artificial intelligence models posing a risk of critical harm.
This blog post discusses strategies for staying up-to-date on the rapidly evolving field of AI, covering resources, tools, and techniques for tracking news, research, and developments.
In this paper, the authors discuss the challenges faced in developing the knowledge stack for the Companion cognitive architecture and share the tools, representations, and practices they have developed to overcome these challenges. They also outline potential next steps to allow Companion agents to manage their own knowledge more effectively.
A proposed experiment using a quantum-mechanical AI to test the Wigner’s Friend thought experiment could have profound implications for our understanding of quantum reality and the nature of observation.
Explores the dynamic relationship between language, cognition, and the role of Large Language Models (LLMs) in expanding our understanding of the functional significance of language.
Abner Li discusses Pixie, a new AI assistant exclusive to Google's Pixel devices. The article highlights the capabilities of Pixie, which uses data from Google products to evolve and provide a more personalized experience compared to Siri. It also compares Pixie to Google Assistant's previous iteration and Apple's Siri.
