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Survey finds AI tools drive 64% to buy new brands

Nearly two-thirds (64%) of AI users have bought from a brand they'd never heard of until an AI tool mentioned it, according to new research. The findings emerged in a survey of 2,000 Americans who have used an AI tool or assistant for a personal task in the last three months, according to the data by We are Talker.

HUDS Expands Artificial Intelligence System to Reduce Food Waste

Oct 22,26 | 01:43 EST

Harvard University Dining Services has fully implemented Winnow, an AI-powered system that tracks and categorizes food waste, across all of Harvard’s residential dining halls and Annenberg.

UC Irvine study shows AI tools like ChatGPT can affect student learning

Oct 22,26 | 01:41 EST

A study from the University of California, Irvine, shows that access to AI tools like ChatGPT may be impacting how much students are learning.

Applications Open for County College of Morris Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Apprenticeship

Oct 22,26 | 01:40 EST

County College of Morris (CCM) has announced that applications are now open for its innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science Apprenticeship program. This unique initiative is designed to provide New Jersey residents, including both current CCM students and adult learners, with invaluable paid, hands-on experience. The program aims to prepare participants for successful careers in the rapidly expanding fields of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, which are increasingly critical across various industries. Successful completion leads to a specialized certificate from CCM and a Registered Apprenticeship Certificate from the New Jersey Department of Labor, marking a significant step towards professional recognition.

Illinois Judges are Using AI Tools, Misuse Scenarios Yet to be Tested

Oct 22,26 | 01:39 EST

Illinois judges are increasingly incorporating artificial intelligence into legal research and other courtroom work, encouraged by tools that can accomplish tasks within minutes, rather than hours. A recently retired Illinois judge warned that even highly professional AI products can produce inconsistent results, highlighting 'sycophancy' as a real side of most AIs where they tend to confirm what they believe the user wants. Judges must be aware of this potential for bias and inconsistency when utilizing these tools.

Investing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks Can be Risky, but This Might be a Great Way to Do It

Oct 22,26 | 01:36 EST

The rapid ascent of artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, ignited by applications like OpenAI's ChatGPT, has generated significant market excitement and substantial returns in the semiconductor, cloud computing, and software sectors since late 2022. However, this growth has been accompanied by increasing volatility, with major AI players like Nvidia, Alphabet, Advanced Micro Devices, Micron Technology, and SanDisk Corp experiencing notable pullbacks from their all-time highs. This growing market uncertainty prompts investors to reconsider strategies for mitigating risk while still participating in the AI boom. This article explores an alternative approach through an exchange-traded fund (ETF) that offers diversified exposure to leading AI stocks, potentially simplifying investment decisions and reducing individual stock-picking risks. The iShares Future AI and Tech ETF, which holds a carefully selected portfolio of 50 top artificial intelligence companies, is presented as a compelling option to navigate the inherent risks of investing directly in the AI industry.

Artificial intelligence in stroke rehabilitation: A structured clinical review

Oct 22,26 | 01:35 EST

Stroke is a major cause of long-term disability, and recovery varies substantially across motor, cognitive, communication, and activities-of-daily-living domains, making continuous assessment and individualized rehabilitation essential.

State of Working Maine 2026: Protecting Workers from Artificial Intelligence

Oct 22,26 | 01:32 EST

The State of Working Maine 2026 report critically examines how artificial intelligence (AI) is set to transform workplaces across Maine and urges policymakers to prioritize ensuring that these technological advancements benefit workers, rather than exclusively empowering corporations and investors. The report contextualizes AI development historically, evaluates its potential impact on various occupations and regions within Maine, and outlines actionable steps to protect workers while distributing the advantages of technological progress equitably. It acknowledges the inherent uncertainties surrounding AI’s precise future trajectory but highlights familiar risks, including job displacement, erosion of worker power, invasive surveillance, potential for discrimination, and exacerbation of economic inequality. The report emphasizes that Maine can act proactively, even without predicting AI's exact path, by implementing clear regulations. These regulations would ensure workers share in productivity gains, corporations contribute fairly through taxes, and no single entity gains undue influence over wages, working conditions, public policy, or the broader economy.

Judges explore Artificial Intelligence but keep decision-making human

Oct 22,26 | 01:31 EST

A National Center for State Courts report reveals that state and federal judges are cautiously adopting AI for various tasks, from administrative duties to preparing for oral arguments. While embracing AI's efficiency and potential for improving access to justice, judges universally agree that human judgment must remain central to all judicial decision-making, acknowledging risks like AI hallucinations and the need for rigorous verification.