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May 15 2025HEALTH

Uncovering Alcohol Risks Through Social Media

Social media has become a goldmine for understanding various aspects of people's lives. One intriguing area of study is how it can help spot risky drinking habits. Researchers have been looking into using advanced language models to analyze social media posts for signs of alcohol misuse. This method could be a game-changer in public health, offering a way to assess l...

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May 13 2025HEALTH

Doctors and AI: What's the Deal?

There is a buzz around ChatGPT. It is a chatbot that uses advanced AI to understand and generate human-like text. It has many uses in healthcare. It could help doctors make better diagnoses. It could also help them plan treatments more effectively. This could lead to better results for patients. But what do doctors think about using ChatGPT and similar AI tools...

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May 12 2025HEALTH

The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Healthcare Records

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is booming. Large language models (LLMs) are now creating fake electronic health records (EHRs). This is big news. These synthetic EHRs can be used to train doctors and test new medical models. Plus, they help keep real patient data private. But there's a catch. These AI tools might not work the same for everyone....

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May 12 2025SCIENCE

Speeding Up Evidence-Based Research with Smart Tech

The world of research is always looking for ways to make things faster and more efficient. One big task is creating systematic reviews. These reviews are super important. They help create guidelines based on solid evidence. But here is the catch. They take a lot of time and money. So, what if there was a way to speed things up? Enter large language models. These are...

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May 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Unlocking Cybersecurity: The Power of Open-Source AI

The landscape of cybersecurity is transforming rapidly. The urgency to counter cyberattacks, which are now occurring at machine speed, has led to a significant shift. Companies are turning to open-source large language models (LLMs) to build and deploy adaptive, cost-effective defenses. This approach is gaining momentum, as seen at the recent RSAC 2025 conference, wh...

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Apr 29 2025HEALTH

How AI might help caregivers at home

The world is getting older. This is great news for those who enjoy long lives. However, it also means more people need help with daily tasks. Many older adults have health issues that make it hard for them to move around or take care of themselves. This is where caregivers come in. They are often family members or friends who help out at home. Traditionally, these ca...

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Apr 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Pitfalls of Overcomplicating AI Reasoning

The idea that more computational power always leads to better results in AI reasoning is being challenged by recent findings. This is a big deal for companies looking to use advanced AI in their apps. The research looked at nine leading AI models and tested them with different methods to see how well they handle complex tasks. The methods included breaking down probl...

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Apr 17 2025HEALTH

AI's Role in Tackling Long-Term Health Issues

Chronic diseases are a huge problem worldwide. They cause most deaths globally. This is a big deal. Many people are looking for ways to manage these diseases better. One possible solution is large language models, or LLMs. These are advanced AI systems. They could change how we handle chronic diseases. But, there is not enough solid proof to back this up yet. The id...

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Apr 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Dark Side of AI: How Cheap Tools Are Fueling Cyber Attacks

AI tools are changing the game for cybercriminals, making it easier than ever to launch sophisticated attacks. These tools, known as large language models (LLMs), can be fine-tuned to automate tasks like reconnaissance and identity impersonation, making social engineering attacks more effective. What's more, these weaponized LLMs are surprisingly affordable, with som...

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Mar 29 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Do AI Models Make Up Answers?

Large language models, or LLMs, often create false information. This is a big problem for users who expect accurate responses. Why do these models make up answers instead of admitting they don't know? New research is shedding light on this issue. LLMs are designed to predict what comes next in a sentence. This works well when the input is similar to what the model h...

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