In other news, scientists are living like astronauts on Earth to study the physiology and psychology of people living in remote outposts, mimicking conditions on Mars or the moon. This research can help test out medical and software tools, enhance indoor agriculture, and address the difficulties faced by these "analog astronauts". Additionally, Congress held its first AI regulation forum, with discussions on AI accountability, bias, and risk assessments.
Key takeaways:
- OpenAI has launched two new ways to interact with its flagship large language model, ChatGPT. Users can now have a spoken conversation with the chatbot and it can also answer questions about images.
- Scientists are studying the physiology and psychology of people living in remote outposts to understand what existence might be like on another world. These "analog" space facilities host volunteers who isolate themselves for weeks or months.
- Congress has held its first AI Insight Forum, discussing AI accountability, bias, and risk assessments. The meeting included a range of tech experts and provided an inside look at potential AI regulation.
- There is an ongoing challenge of finding long-term storage solutions for spent nuclear fuel. The radioactive waste from decommissioned nuclear power plants could outlast the human race and is currently stored in seismically active areas, posing a potential risk.