artificial intelligence

You may have seen ads by Apple promoting its new Clean Up feature that can be used to remove elements in a photo. When one of these ads caught my eye this weekend, I was intrigued and updated my software to try it out.

For decades, planetary scientists have puzzled over a major Martian mystery: why are the strongest traces of Mars’ ancient magnetic field found almost exclusively in the planet’s southern hemisphere? A new study may finally have the answer—and it lies at the heart of the Red Planet.

Anthony Albanese will unveil a $10bn plan to construct 100,000 homes reserved for first-time buyers, forming the centrepiece of Labor’s federal election campaign launch in Perth. The scheme will allow first home buyers to secure homes with just a 5% deposit, while avoiding expensive mortgage insurance through a government guarantee.

Accurate identification of disease-carrying mosquitoes has long been a challenge for scientists due to the tiny size and striking similarities among species. Now, a new AI-based tool being developed at Utah State University (USU) could revolutionize how we track and manage these pests, ultimately improving disease control efforts.

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the digital landscape, Australian small businesses face a pivotal challenge: staying visible in an increasingly competitive online world. Google’s latest integration of AI technologies into its search and business platforms is not just a technological upgrade—it’s a game-changer. In response, many firms are overhauling their digital presence to remain competitive, embracing a “Google Ready” mindset that could determine their success in the coming years.

As artificial intelligence continues its relentless march into every corner of modern life, newsrooms worldwide are grappling with both the disruptive challenges and exciting opportunities that AI presents. The rapid evolution of AI tools—from chatbots generating text to algorithms sifting through vast datasets—has sparked vigorous debates within the media industry. Many insiders now warn that without carefully defined parameters, AI could upend the traditional model of journalism and alienate audiences. “We need to set the terms in the right way in the next couple of years, or we are all screwed,” one UK media executive lamented, capturing the existential anxiety that permeates newsrooms today.

In everyday life, when someone sees something that isn’t there, we call it a hallucination. In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), a similar phenomenon occurs when algorithmic systems generate information that sounds convincing yet is ultimately inaccurate, misleading, or entirely fabricated. These errors are known as AI hallucinations. As AI systems, from chatbots to image generators and autonomous vehicles, become increasingly integrated into our daily routines, understanding AI hallucinations and their implications is more important than ever.

At the 2025 European Tech Seminar in Frankfurt, Germany, Samsung unveiled its latest suite of AI-driven TV and audio technologies, setting the stage for a transformative shift in home entertainment. Although these innovations are not yet available for purchase, they promise to redefine the viewing experience with advanced features designed to enhance personalization, connectivity, and audiovisual quality.