I’m quite soaked from all of these deep dives into AI, coming up for air too fast, I might have a bit of the bends. But gaining my bearings, I’ve noticed a…
Category: Science and Technology
AI’s Pandora’s Box – Surviving Turmoil for Hope
The world of technology is evolving at a breakneck pace, posing a challenge even for experts in the field. We spoke with local resident Jenny Greenleaf to discuss her thoughts after reading…
Balancing AI Regulation and Freedom
As Governor Tina Kotek spearheads the formation of the Oregon State Government AI Advisory Council, a broader issue looms over the United States’ approach to artificial intelligence (AI) regulation – the conspicuous…
A New Star on the Horizon may Change Humanity’s Path Forever
The landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) is ever-evolving, with each new development bringing us closer to more sophisticated and versatile forms of intelligence. The recent speculative discussions around OpenAI’s theoretical Q* offer…
Unraveling the Sam Altman Saga at OpenAI – A Dynamic Shift in Leadership
In an unexpected shock to the tech world, Sam Altman, the former CEO of OpenAI, was fired over a video call with almost no notice. Although there are rumors that he’s in…
How did the Starship Launch Improve?
Space X’s Starship is one of the largest man-made objects that, if successful, will enter orbit today in under 5 minutes. Crafted by SpaceX, it’s exactly one Mecha-Godzilla tall, or as tall…
Understanding AI Language Models: An Introductory Guide
The Mechanics of Language Models Artificial Intelligence (AI) language models are sophisticated software systems that understand, process, and generate text that mimics human language. They learn from extensive datasets, recognizing patterns and…
Volunteers Needed For Environmental Education Field Trips – STEAM Coach Training Sept. 13th
With the back-to-school season here, environmental education field trips will be commencing in just a few weeks, and we need STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Match) Coach volunteers to support these programs!…
The Electric Vehicle Market: A Surge of Power
When discussing the electric vehicle (EV) market, it’s impossible to overlook the colossal impact of Tesla. The electric vehicle market, propelled by advancements in technology and a shift towards sustainable energy, has…
Senator Wyden Applauds Unprecedented Nearly $700 Million to Expand Broadband Access Across Oregon
Funding Comes After Wyden Successfully Fought to Fix Inaccurate FCC Maps so Oregon Received Hundreds of Millions More in Broadband Dollars Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., today applauded the…