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A new paper argues that the computing demands of deep learning are so great that progress on tasks like translation and self-driving is likely to slow. Powered by WPeMatico

The International Baccalaureate program canceled its high-stakes exam because of Covid-19. The formula it used to “predict” scores puzzles students and teachers. Powered by WPeMatico

Plus: A tough review of IBM’s PCjr, fresh questions on Covid-19, and government help for the self-sufficient. Powered by WPeMatico

Nonprofits and advocacy groups signed on to an organization called Communities Against Rider Surveillance—without knowing that the ride-hail giant was involved. Powered by WPeMatico

Robots and computer programs can help with social distancing and food delivery, but have been less helpful in developing a vaccine. Powered by WPeMatico

After the demise of Mixer, livestreamers are taking a closer look at what their platform partnerships should look like. Powered by WPeMatico

In a meeting and an unusual report, activist groups that instigated an ad boycott of the social media company say it has not responded adequately to criticism. Powered by WPeMatico

Making an autonomous vehicle is proving harder and costlier than many startups predicted. So they’re teaming up with giants like Hyundai, Jaguar, and Ford. Powered by WPeMatico

The Police Data Accessibility Project aims to request, download, clean, and standardize public records that right now are overly difficult to find. Powered by WPeMatico

Coronavirus restrictions make it harder and more expensive to shoot videos. So some companies are turning to synthetic media instead. Powered by WPeMatico