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An 87-year-old math conjecture just fell to Claude — but a Columbia professor is skeptical
A mathematician named Levent Alpöge claims to have used Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 AI to find a counterexample to the Jacobian Conjecture, a mathematical problem that has remained unsolved since 1939. While the AI's finding has gone viral and preliminary verification suggests it is valid, some experts like Columbia professor Andrew Blumberg remain skeptical about the AI's true understanding versus brute-force computation. This event highlights the growing role of AI in scientific research and the potential for collaboration between humans and machines in discovery.
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Sources indicate that the US and China are scheduled to hold discussions on Artificial Intelligence in September. Meanwhile, Apple's App Store is reportedly being flooded with AI-powered applications, and the United States Army is facing challenges with its AI initiatives.
Samsung aims to help you make more sense of health data with a new AI-powered assistant
Samsung has launched a beta version of its new AI-powered Health Assistant chatbot for eligible users in the US. This tool aims to help users better understand their health data.
District 9 and Gran Turismo director has made a fully AI film, and the internet is not holding back
Director Neill Blomkamp, known for District 9 and Gran Turismo, has released a 14-minute short film titled 'Nightbourne' created entirely using artificial intelligence software Seedance 2.0. The film, a military zombie thriller featuring AI characters based on real actors, has faced significant criticism online for its execution and use of AI. Blomkamp has also announced plans for a full-length AI feature film and founded a new studio, Barley Studios, dedicated to AI.
Sony files another lawsuit against AI music generator Udio
Sony has filed another lawsuit against the AI music generator Udio. Sony is the only major music label that has not yet reached a deal with Udio.
Judge approves Anthropic's record-breaking $1.5 billion settlement for AI copyright lawsuit
A federal judge has approved a record-breaking $1.5 billion settlement between AI company Anthropic and a group of authors. The authors had sued Anthropic for allegedly using their copyrighted works to train its AI model, Claude.
Unity 7 to launch in Q1 2027; new engine is a "direct continuation" of Unity 6
Unity announced that Unity 7, a direct continuation of the Unity 6 architecture, will launch in Q1 2027 after a beta in December 2026. The new engine features a modern CoreCLR foundation, advanced rendering tools like real-time global illumination, and a new CLI and public API for easier integration with artists' and developers' preferred tools. Unity 7 emphasizes flexibility, allowing developers to choose whether or not to integrate AI coding agents into their workflows.
The head of Center for AI Standards and Innovation has resigned
Chris Fall has resigned as the head of the Center for AI Standards and Innovation after only three months. Arvind Raman, currently the director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, will take over as acting director. This leadership change occurs amidst a turbulent period for the artificial intelligence industry, marked by financial losses and new government restrictions.
RGB: EXECUTION – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
RGB: EXECUTION is a fast-paced 2D pixel action game with a boss-rush structure, set in a post-apocalyptic world where players control an Altair unit hunting a target named Vega. The game emphasizes tactical combat, blending slashing, parrying, and dashing with puzzle-solving elements inspired by Shadow of the Colossus. Beta sign-ups are currently open for players to experience the game's unique challenges.
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NVIDIA's new Synthetic Video Detector can identify AI-generated content and fake news with 92% accuracy. This development comes as AI confidence has dropped significantly in the past six months, highlighting the growing need for tools to combat misinformation.
Sci-fi multiplayer sim Starship Simulator says it’s using AI dev tools to increase productivity
Fleetyard Studios, the developer of Starship Simulator, has confirmed its use of AI development tools to enhance productivity and bridge the gap with larger studios. Lead developer Dan Govier stated that AI is primarily used as a productivity tool, with plans for placeholder AI-generated assets and potential in-game LLM for NPC interactions. The studio is exclusively using Anthropic's models due to their reported lower environmental impact.
Rising Costs Have Forced These Gamers To Make Tough Decisions
Rising costs for consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, alongside the shift to digital-only games and increased development expenses, are making video games a luxury item. Gamers are facing tough decisions about upgrading hardware or even affording new releases, with some professionals finding it harder to justify the costs for their work.
Adobe crams multiple AI tools into its experimental camera app
Adobe's experimental camera app, Project Indigo, is integrating multiple AI-powered features. These new tools will allow users to remove distractions from photos and receive immediate feedback on their images.
City of Titans discusses Unreal 5.7 upgrades, procedural generation, and enemy combat AI
Indie superhero MMORPG City of Titans, developed by Missing Worlds Media, has provided a Q2 update detailing progress on upgrading to Unreal Engine 5.7. The studio is also developing new in-engine tools for a controlled form of procedural generation for city areas and continuing to build out strategic enemy combat AI with configurable difficulty settings.
'There are limits to how much prices can be raised' says SK hynix chairman about memory crisis but I'm…
SK hynix group chairman Chey Tae-won acknowledged that current memory prices are "abnormally high" and stated there are limits to how much they can be raised, especially for PC and smartphone manufacturers whose customers cannot absorb increased costs. He suggested increasing supply, potentially through a new US factory, to lower prices and prevent "chipflation," emphasizing that market sustainability requires growth and preventing shrinkage, even if it means reduced profit margins.
In the age of AI and layoffs, playing old games in 2026 is about more than nostalgia
In 2026, the author finds solace in playing older video games as a coping mechanism against the backdrop of AI advancements and widespread layoffs in the industry. This retreat into retro titles like Pokemon Leaf Green and Diablo 2 offers a sense of comfort and nostalgia, providing a temporary escape from the anxieties surrounding the current state of game development and corporate practices. Despite the industry's challenges, the author finds a glimmer of optimism in the progress made regarding representation, workplace conditions, and unionization.
Rise of the Robots
Ubtech has launched the world's first mass-produced companion robot in China, while a New York school has deployed an AI teaching robot from a company linked to sex bots. These developments highlight the growing presence of robots in various sectors.
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The article discusses the increased risks associated with connecting AI agents to external services, likening it to a 'Trojan horse'. Director Christopher Nolan is quoted as calling AI an obvious 'Trojan horse', highlighting concerns about its integration and potential consequences.
Roblox’s new mobile Build tool lets users create entire games for the UGC platform with an AI text prompt
Roblox Corp has launched a new mobile tool called Build, which allows users to create entire games for its user-generated content platform using AI text prompts. The tool leverages a combination of open-source and proprietary AI models to generate game assets, including 3D models, and enables users to playtest, refine, and publish their creations directly from the app. This feature is part of a slow rollout, beginning with users in New Zealand, and is intended to lower the barrier to game creation on the platform.
“Fork It Or Leave”: Linus Torvalds Shuts Down Anti-AI Pushback In The Linux Kernel [2026]
Linus Torvalds, the lead maintainer of the Linux kernel, has stated that the project will not take an anti-AI stance. He believes that developers who object to AI tools should create their own fork of the kernel or leave the project. Torvalds emphasized that AI is a useful tool for software development, and the debate should focus on its economic model rather than its utility.
