New Research Finds Sixteen Major Problems With RAG Systems, Including Perplexity
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A recent study from the US has found that the real-world performance of popular Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) research systems such as Perplexity and Bing Copilot falls far short of both the marketing hype and popular adoption that has garnered headlines over the last 12 months. The project, which involved extensive survey participation featuring 21 […]
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COP16: Key outcomes agreed at the UN biodiversity conference in Cali, Colombia
The COP16 biodiversity summit came to an abrupt halt after countries failed to reach consensus on the creation of a new fund during a mammoth 10-hour final plenary session. Countries debated through the night on Friday in Cali, Colombia, in an attempt to get through the many items on COP16’s agenda. But, as the talks […]
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Anthropic Launches Visual PDF Analysis in Latest Claude AI Update
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In a significant advancement for document processing, Anthropic has unveiled new PDF support capabilities for its Claude 3.5 Sonnet model. This development marks a crucial step forward in bridging the gap between traditional document formats and AI analysis, enabling organizations to leverage advanced AI capabilities across their existing document infrastructure. The integration arrives at a […]
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Steps to Take To Make Your Business More Sustainable
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Nowadays, no business can thrive only with the concept of profit; it has to consider its impact on society. Making your business greener is not only a good thing for the environment, but it is also a very smart business decision that will help your customers to like you more and increase your brand image […]
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Understanding Biodiversity Loss In A Changing Climate
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Energy Innovation partners with the independent nonprofit Aspen Global Change Institute (AGCI) to provide climate and energy research updates. The research synopsis below comes from AGCI Executive Director James C. Arnott. A full list of AGCI’s updates is available online. Mangroves, like these pictured in Singapore’s Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, are often considered a biodiverse-rich ecosystem that […]
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Agentic AI: How Large Language Models Are Shaping the Future of Autonomous Agents
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After the rise of generative AI, artificial intelligence is on the brink of another significant transformation with the advent of agentic AI. This change is driven by the evolution of Large Language Models (LLMs) into active, decision-making entities. These models are no longer limited to generating human-like text; they are gaining the ability to reason, […]
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Kaarel Kotkas, CEO and Founder of Veriff – Interview Series
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Kaarel Kotkas is the CEO and Founder of Veriff and serves as the strategic thinker and visionary behind the company. He leads Veriff’s team in staying ahead of fraud and competition in the rapidly changing field of online identification. Known for his energy and enthusiasm, Kotkas encourages the team to uphold integrity in the digital […]
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Veed.io Review: The Easiest AI Video Editor I’ve Ever Used
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As someone who has spent countless hours navigating the complexities of Premiere Pro, I know how overwhelming video editing can be. So, when I came across Veed.io, I was skeptical at first. Could a web-based editor really compare? After trying it for myself, I was impressed with how fast and intuitive it was without sacrificing […]
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Hurricane season is more devastating than ever. Here’s how to get through it.
Climate Solutions // ISSUE # 100 // HOTHOUSE 2.0 Dear Reader, This month we’re publishing our 100 issue. At this milestone, Hot House’s mission has never been more urgent. We’re still reckoning with the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene and Milton. Those living in Asheville, North Carolina, didn’t think they’d have to […]
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Mapping Local Climate & Equity Action Onto the Harris-Walz Opportunity Economy
A New Way Forward for the Middle Class: A Plan to Lower Costs and Create an Opportunity Economy (the “Opportunity Economy” plan) yields just ten hits on the word “climate,” eight of which are in citations to other sources. Still, the Harris-Walz vision for an “Opportunity Economy” maps neatly onto many of the objectives, strategies […]
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Weighing the Autumn Budget on net zero, nutrient neutrality and other issues
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Rachel Reeves arrives at 10 Downing Street in July 2024 (image credit: Fred Duval / Shutterstock.com). Labour budgets have obviously been an artefact of distant memory for some time, recalling an era of iPods and Amy Winehouse (when QR codes and Taylor Swift were barely even a glimmer in the world’s eye). Certainly, the decisions […]
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Experts: What to expect in China’s climate pledge for 2035
The next round of “nationally determined contributions” (NDC) to the Paris Agreement, outlining countries’ climate goals to 2035, are due by February 2025. They are also set to be an important agenda item at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan later this month. China, as the world’s current largest emitter, has not yet confirmed when it will […]
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Guest post: How COP29 host Azerbaijan could boost growth through climate action
Azerbaijan’s economy is highly dependent on fossil-fuel exports, making its economic prospects vulnerable to rising emissions-cutting ambition around the world. As decarbonisation reduces global fossil-fuel demand and prices, the country will not be able to earn as much money from its oil and gas resources. In a recent study, we looked at the policy solutions […]
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Out of Iowa
There’s a joke you’ll hear while driving through Iowa in the late spring. When someone sniffs something pungent wafting up from the fields, they’ll turn to you with a grin on their face. Then comes the joke: Smells like money! Heh, I used to say in response, but no more than that, for it’s not […]
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Why AI Developers Are Buzzing About Claude 3.5’s Computer Use Feature
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Anthropic has just released Claude 3.5, a powerful new version of its LLM series. While this model brings improved reasoning and coding skills, the real excitement centers around a new feature called “Computer Use.” This capability lets developers guide Claude to interact with the computer like a person—navigating screens, moving cursors, clicking, and typing. Unlike […]
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Amy Brown, Chief Executive Officer, Authenticx – Interview Series
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Amy Brown, a former healthcare executive, founded Authenticx in 2018 to help healthcare organizations unlock the potential of customer interaction data. With two decades of experience in the healthcare and insurance industries, she saw the missed opportunities in using customer conversations to drive business growth and improve profitability. Authenticx addresses this gap by utilizing AI […]
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China Briefing 31 October 2024: Q3 emissions; EU’s EV tariff in effect; NDC expectations
Welcome to Carbon Brief’s China Briefing. China Briefing handpicks and explains the most important climate and energy stories from China over the past fortnight. Subscribe for free here. Key developments China’s emissions flat in Q3 Q3 ANALYSIS: Citing official and commercial data, analysis for Carbon Brief by Lauri Myllyvirta at the Centre for Research on Energy […]
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Acquisition alters UK stack emissions testing landscape
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The move combines teams with long-standing expertise in stack emissions testing. UK stack emissions testing and occupational hygiene consultancy Envirocare has acquired Atesta, a specialist in stack emissions testing. Envirocare said the move consolidates the resources and expertise of the two firms, with the potential to support further improvements in quality of service, responsiveness and […]