A new look at the link between video games and autism shows that kids in Saudi Arabia who have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are often drawn into online gaming more than their peers. Researchers wanted to see how common this “Internet Gaming Disorder” (IGD) is and whether boys or girls, young or
People are getting cozy with AI, but the creators of these emotional chatbots are feeling the pressure. A researcher who works with AI voice models was recently asked if AI should pretend to have feelings. The answer? A long, awkward silence. This researcher is not alone. Many AI developers are bui
Young people today are growing up in a world filled with screens. Phones, tablets, and social media are everywhere. Some experts say these tools are changing kids' brains and causing mental health issues. Others argue that it's not that simple. But one thing is clear: too much screen time can affect
In today’s world, people spend most of their free time on things that don’t really matter. Think about it: sports, video games, movies, and scrolling through phones. Sure, these things are fun, but they don’t teach us anything useful. Instead, we stay ignorant and easy to influence. This is exactly
In the chilly Swiss Alps, business leaders at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting were buzzing with excitement about AI's potential to create jobs. Despite worries about AI's impact on mental health and job security, many executives were confident that new opportunities would arise. Jensen Hu
Ben Affleck has always been more than just a Hollywood heartthrob. He's a smart guy with a knack for seeing the future. Remember when he and his best bud Matt Damon wrote "Good Will Hunting"? They were just struggling actors back then, but that script won them an Oscar. Ben was only 25, making him t
In the snowy Swiss town of Davos, a unique gathering is happening. It's called the World Economic Forum. This event brings together some of the most powerful people in the world. They are business leaders, politicians, and even celebrities. They come to talk about big issues. Like the gap between ri
AI is everywhere these days, from chatbots that talk back to us to algorithms that decide what we see online. But as AI gets better at chatting and even showing emotions, doctors are starting to worry. Could AI chatbots make things worse for people who are already struggling with mental health issue
Wikipedia, a well-known online encyclopedia, recently announced new partnerships with major AI companies. These deals include collaborations with Amazon, Meta Platforms, Perplexity, Microsoft, and Mistral AI. This move comes as Wikipedia celebrates its 25th anniversary. The online encyclopedia, whi
America's education system is facing a serious problem. Students today are not doing as well as they used to in important subjects like reading and math. This issue started before the COVID-19 pandemic, but the pandemic made things worse. The problem is not just about grades; it's about how well stu
