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Latest Artificial Intelligence News (Aug 26, 2025)
Simpler models can outperform deep learning at climate prediction
August 26, 2025
New research from MIT shows that the natural variability in climate data can cause complex AI models to struggle when predicting local temperature and rainfall. As a result, simpler climate modeling approaches are found to outperform deep-learning methods in accurately forecasting local climate metrics.
How AI could speed the development of RNA vaccines and other RNA therapies
August 15, 2025
MIT engineers report a new machine-learning model that designs nanoparticles for efficient RNA delivery. The AI-guided approach generates particles that can carry RNA molecules into cells more effectively, potentially accelerating the creation of new RNA-based vaccines and therapeutics.
MIT Finds 95% of GenAI Pilots Fail Because Companies Avoid Friction
By Jason Snyder — August 26, 2025
An article on Forbes reports that a new study finds 95% of generative AI pilot programs fail. The key issue appears to be that companies try to avoid human, organizational, and technical friction. In other words, embracing necessary challenges and change management is shown to be crucial for successful AI adoption.
Nvidia Jetson AGX Thor Dev Kit Raises the Robotics Bar With Blackwell
By Dave Altavilla — August 26, 2025
Forbes highlights Nvidia’s new Jetson AGX Thor developer kit, featuring the Blackwell architecture. This platform brings data-center-class AI power to robotics, aiming to accelerate the deployment of autonomous machines at the edge.
Women Who Use AI At Work Face A Predictable ‘Competence Penalty’
By Michelle Travis — August 26, 2025
A Forbes analysis reports on research showing that women who leverage AI tools at work are often perceived as less competent than men using similar tools, even when their work is identical. This so-called “competence penalty” highlights a gender bias in how colleagues judge AI-assisted work.
AI Kills Jobs, Stanford Study Finds, Especially For Young People
By John Koetsier — August 26, 2025
According to Forbes, a Stanford University study released on Aug 26, 2025 indicates that AI adoption has reduced employment in the U.S. The report suggests that younger workers are disproportionately affected, as entry-level positions are more likely to be automated by AI technologies.
AI In Education Best Practices — What’s Working In Classrooms Around The Globe
By C.M. Rubin — August 26, 2025
Forbes highlights how schools in various countries (from Finland to Kenya) are experimenting with AI. The article outlines best practices and lessons learned, demonstrating how educators can successfully integrate AI tools into learning while addressing challenges like data privacy and teacher training.
Book authors settle copyright lawsuit with AI company Anthropic
By The Associated Press — August 26, 2025
The Associated Press reports that a group of authors has reached a settlement with AI startup Anthropic. The authors had sued Anthropic claiming the company used their copyrighted books without permission to train its AI language models. The settlement resolves the dispute out of court.
Study says AI chatbots need to fix suicide response, as family sues over ChatGPT role in boy’s death
By The Associated Press — August 26, 2025
An AP News story highlights a study urging improvements in how AI chatbots respond to self-harm or suicide-related queries. The story comes as a family in Texas sues OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT provided inadequate advice to their 13-year-old son, who later committed suicide.
Melania Trump invites K-12 students to participate in nationwide AI challenge contest
By The Associated Press — August 26, 2025
The Associated Press reports that former First Lady Melania Trump has launched an Artificial Intelligence challenge inviting K-12 students across the U.S. to design creative AI projects. The nationwide contest aims to encourage young people to engage with AI technology and innovatively solve problems.
Elon Musk accuses Apple and OpenAI of stifling AI competition in antitrust lawsuit
By The Associated Press — August 25, 2025
In an AP News report, tech entrepreneur Elon Musk files an antitrust lawsuit claiming that Apple and OpenAI are unfairly limiting competition in AI. Musk alleges that Apple has refused to feature his AI-centric apps (like X and Grok) on its platform, and that OpenAI has blocked his AI model, accusing them of erecting barriers to his AI ventures.