The long-debated idea that we might all be living in a computer simulation—popularized by science fiction films like The Matrix—has taken a major hit.

Up until now, the simulation hypothesis, which has occasionally received backing from the likes of Elon Musk and Neil ...

Scientists offer a new idea for why orb-weaving arachnids add decorations known as stabilimenta to their webs.

While an education and background in coding was thought to be an easy way to secure a job, a new study finds that those ...

Some AI models appear to show a resistance to being shut off. Are they developing a survival drive? Or is it all in how they prioritize tasks?

India’s computer science exams still rely on outdated pen-and-paper methods. This disconnect harms student learning and widens the employability gap in the tech industry.

Microsoft President Brad Smith on Tuesday explained at the Cascadia Innovation Corridor Conference in Seattle that his ...

To ensure 90% of the population could likely not spot the difference, you would need to place a 50-inch 4K TV 5.9 feet away. To extend this threshold to 100%, it would need to be at least 6.8 feet ...

Think about the last time you studied for an exam. You probably read your notes, went through textbooks, maybe even watched a ...

Could computers ever learn more like humans do, without relying on artificial intelligence (AI) systems that must undergo extremely expensive ...

After a night of poor sleep, you don't feel as alert as you should. Your brain might seem foggy, and your mind drifts off when you should be paying attention.

As a longtime resident who cherishes James City County’s charm, I read Supervisor John McGlennon’s recent commentary ...