Chatbots, Like the Rest of Us, Just Want to Be Loved 05. March 2025 (18:00) A study reveals that large language models recognize when they are being studied and change their behavior to seem more likable.(Wired)
1 Million Third-Party Android Devices Have a Secret Backdoor for Scammers 05. March 2025 (12:00) New research shows at least a million inexpensive Android devices—from TV streaming boxes to car infotainment systems—are compromised to allow bad actors to commit ad fraud and other cybercrime.(Wired)
Hyundai Ioniq 9 2025 Review 05. March 2025 (12:00) Yes it shares the same underpinnings as the excellent EV9, but Hyundai’s stately new tech-laden flagship is refined enough to stand out.(Wired)
Want to Go Car-Free? Test the Waters by Renting a Cargo Bike 05. March 2025 (11:30) For around $150 per month, you can see how a cargo bike fits into your life. If you find you prefer two wheels to four, you can even buy your rental at a discount.(Wired)
Pioneers of Reinforcement Learning Win the Turing Award 05. March 2025 (11:00) Having machines learn from experience was once considered a dead end. It's now critical to artificial intelligence, and work in the field has won two men the highest honor in computer science.(Wired)