DeepSeek R1’s bold bet on reinforcement learning: How it outpaced OpenAI at 3% of the cost

DeepSeek R1’s bold bet on reinforcement learning: How it outpaced OpenAI at 3% of the cost

Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More DeepSeek R1’s Monday release has sent shockwaves through the AI community, disrupting assumptions about what’s required to achieve cutting-edge AI performance. Matching OpenAI’s o1 at just 3%-5% of the cost, this open-source model has not only … Read more

The best power banks you can buy in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

The best power banks you can buy in 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

The clock strikes 4 p.m., and the monotony of your day is beginning to hit. Your smartphone, that trusty sidekick you rely on to stay organized and productive, is gasping for life at a perilous 15% battery. Panic? That’s not your style. You recall your secret weapon — your power bank. With one swift, well-practiced move, … Read more

Best Treadmills for Home of 2025

Best Treadmills for Home of 2025

If you’re new to the treadmill and are looking for guidance on the proper way to use one, our experts shared the best practices you should be following. Warm-up: As with any workout, you shouldn’t neglect the warm-up. At an easy walking pace warm up for five to 10 minutes. Don’t hold onto the handrails: … Read more

Why You Must Pre-order the Galaxy S25 Ultra This Weekend or Regret It Forever

Why You Must Pre-order the Galaxy S25 Ultra This Weekend or Regret It Forever

Samsung has officially launched its latest smartphone series, the Galaxy S25 Series, with pre-orders now available on its official website. The new lineup includes the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra, all of them offering technology and innovative (AI) features. This pre-order period runs until January 31st (next Friday) and gives you a great opportunity … Read more

George R.R. Martin Coauthored a Scientific Paper

George R.R. Martin Coauthored a Scientific Paper

Although fans of A Song of Ice and Fire might still be hankering for the long-delayed next book in the series, bestselling sci-fi/fantasy author George R.R. Martin has instead added a different item to his long list of publications: a peer-reviewed physics paper just published in the American Journal of Physics that he coauthored. The … Read more

Oracle and Microsoft are reportedly in talks to take over TikTok

Oracle and Microsoft are reportedly in talks to take over TikTok

Oracle and a group of investors that includes Microsoft are in talks to take over TikTok’s global operations, reports NPR. The deal, which the White House is reportedly negotiating, would see ByteDance keeping a minority stake in TikTok while “the app’s algorithm, data collection and software updates will be overseen by Oracle.” Oracle’s server network … Read more

Will states lead the way on AI regulation?

Will states lead the way on AI regulation?

2024 was a busy year for lawmakers (and lobbyists) concerned about AI — most notably in California, where Gavin Newsom signed 18 new AI laws while also vetoing high-profile AI legislation. And 2025 could see just as much activity, especially on the state level, according to Mark Weatherford. Weatherford has, in his words, seen the … Read more