A.I.
Coverage of A.I. in the Nexus archive.
- Is Elon Musk’s SpaceX Really Worth $1.75 Trillion?
Elon Musk spent more than two decades creating a successful space company. Now he is pitching it as an A.I. play.
- A.I. Degree Programs Surge as Colleges Seek Students and Relevance
University of North Dakota is the flagship school in a state that will soon have two universities offering undergraduate or graduate degrees in A.I. as A.I. degree programs surge with colleges seeking students and relevance.
- 2028’s AI moment is already here
Potential Democratic and Republican candidates are beginning to stake out positions on A.I. ahead of the 2028 election. The article highlights the growing political focus on artificial intelligence as a key issue for future elections.
- Congress to Consider Restricting How the Military Uses A.I.
Congress is considering restrictions on how the military uses artificial intelligence. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand introduced legislation aimed at strengthening regulations on military AI use.
- Can A.I. Produce Writing That We Actually Want to Read?
The article discusses a test created by the author to evaluate if AI can produce writing that is desirable to read. The author concludes that the answer is no based on the results of this test.
- China Aims A.I. at Predicting Who Could Pose a Political Risk
A Chinese firm is developing AI products that analyze location data and internet usage to predict individuals who might criticize the government. The initiative aims to identify potential political risks using artificial intelligence.
- Can California Convince Teens to Work in Construction?
High school seniors in California's tech capital are reconsidering career paths due to an uncertain job market and AI threats. Construction job demand and potential six-figure salaries are prompting schools to introduce hands-on classes to redefine success for the class of 2026.
- The Despair of the Professor in the Age of A.I.
The article explores a professor's despair regarding the impact of AI on academia, questioning whether half of students would cheat if it were easy enough.
- White House Approves $9 Billion for Spy Agencies to Catch Up on A.I.
The White House has approved $9 billion in funding for spy agencies to advance their artificial intelligence capabilities. The decision highlights a strategic effort to modernize intelligence operations, with NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang recently presenting on AI technology in Washington.