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Tech Talk August 2, 2024

South Korea’s Nano-MIND: The Future of Non-Invasive Brain Control

  • Scientists in South Korea have developed Nano-MIND, a remote device that controls brain activity using magnetic fields.
  • Tested successfully on lab mice, inducing behaviors and suppressing appetite for weight loss.
  • Potential applications include treating neurological disorders and advancing brain-computer interfaces.
  • Uses concepts from MRI and transcranial magnetic stimulation for precise brain region control.

OpenAI’s SearchGPT: The Future of AI-Powered Search

  • OpenAI introduces SearchGPT, an AI search engine offering real-time, conversational answers.
  • Prioritizes source attribution, helping to prevent plagiarism and credit content creators.
  • Currently available through a waitlist, with plans to integrate features into ChatGPT.
  • Promises faster, more relevant results and the ability to handle follow-up questions conversationally.

Wisconsin’s $55M Dairy Research Facility: Revolutionizing Dairy Farming

  • New facility aims to address labor shortages with robotic milking systems and automated technologies.
  • Focus on sustainability, studying environmental impacts like methane emissions and manure management.
  • Could significantly improve efficiency and revolutionize the dairy industry with technology and traditional methods.

Samsung Fold 6: A User’s Perspective

  • New Samsung Fold 6 is lighter and packed with AI features, improving user experience.
  • Addresses issues from previous models, like cracking screens.
  • Enhances creativity with AI tools for image creation and drawing.
  • Seamless translation of phone calls, beneficial for travelers and communication in different languages.