Machine Learning Research at Apple

MARCH 6, 2025

Sign languages are essential for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) community. Sign language generation systems have the potential to support communication by translating from written languages, such as English, into signed videos. However, current systems often fail to meet user needs due to poor translation of grammatical structures, the absence of facial cues and body language, and insufficient visual and motion fidelity.

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MARCH 6, 2025

The Pentagon has signed a deal with AI company Scale AI, in an initiative it's calling "Thunderforge," to use AI agents for military planning and operations. The team-up, described as a " flagship program ," is a notable development given how divisive the topic of the use of AI in warfare has proven and how many of the tech's nagging shortcomings have yet to be meaningfully addressed.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 6, 2025

AI systems lie. Not just by mistake or confusion, but knowinglywhen pressured or incentivized. In their recent study , Ren, Agarwal, Mazeika, and colleagues introduced the MASK benchmark, the first comprehensive evaluation that directly measures honesty in AI systems. Unlike previous benchmarks that conflated accuracy with honesty, MASK specifically tests whether language models knowingly provide false statements under pressure.

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MARCH 6, 2025

In the world of large language models (LLMs) there is an assumption that larger models inherently perform better. Qwen has recently introduced its latest model, QwQ-32B, positioning it as a direct competitor to the massive DeepSeek-R1 despite having significantly fewer parameters. This raises a compelling question: can a model with just 32 billion parameters stand […] The post QwQ-32B Vs DeepSeek-R1: Can a 32B Model Challenge a 671B Parameter Model?

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Speaker: Tamara Fingerlin, Developer Advocate

Apache Airflow® 3.0, the most anticipated Airflow release yet, officially launched this April. As the de facto standard for data orchestration, Airflow is trusted by over 77,000 organizations to power everything from advanced analytics to production AI and MLOps. With the 3.0 release, the top-requested features from the community were delivered, including a revamped UI for easier navigation, stronger security, and greater flexibility to run tasks anywhere at any time.

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KDnuggets

MARCH 6, 2025

A simple way of using open-source multimodal understanding and visual generation models on a laptop.

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MARCH 6, 2025

In todays fast-paced business world, leveraging cutting-edge technology like Generative AI can significantly elevate operations of a business. Vision-language models, such as PaliGemma 2 Mix, offer businesses a powerful way to bridge the gap between visual and textual data. By combining the advanced SigLIP vision model and Gemma 2 language models, PaliGemma 2 Mix excels […] The post Building a Medical Prescription Scanner Using PaliGemma 2 Mix appeared first on Analytics Vidhya.

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Analytics Vidhya

MARCH 6, 2025

Large Language Models (LLMs) have proven themselves as a formidable tool, excelling in both interpreting and producing text that mimics human language. Nevertheless, the widespread availability of these models introduces the complex task of accurately assessing their performance. Here, LLM benchmarks take center stage, providing systematic evaluations to measure a model’s skill in tasks like language […] The post 14 Popular LLM Benchmarks to Know in 2025 appeared first on Analytics V

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Dataconomy

MARCH 6, 2025

Epoch in machine learning represents a fundamental concept crucial for training models effectively. By understanding how many full cycles through the training dataset the model undergoes, practitioners can refine the models learning process and enhance performance. In this article, we will explore the definition of epochs, their significance, and related concepts like batch size and hyperparameters.

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MARCH 6, 2025

Were excited to announce the General Availability of Lakehouse Federation for Google BigQuery and the Public Preview for Oracle and Teradata.

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MARCH 6, 2025

AI hallucinations are a captivating phenomenon that highlights the complexities and challenges of using advanced language models in today’s digital landscape. As generative AI technologies evolve, understanding how these models can sometimes create misleading or inaccurate information becomes crucial for users and developers alike. This knowledge not only informs best practices in AI deployment but also helps mitigate potential risks associated with misinformation.

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Speaker: Alex Salazar, CEO & Co-Founder @ Arcade | Nate Barbettini, Founding Engineer @ Arcade | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO @ Aggregage

There’s a lot of noise surrounding the ability of AI agents to connect to your tools, systems and data. But building an AI application into a reliable, secure workflow agent isn’t as simple as plugging in an API. As an engineering leader, it can be challenging to make sense of this evolving landscape, but agent tooling provides such high value that it’s critical we figure out how to move forward.

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KDnuggets

MARCH 6, 2025

Machine learning has transformed industries with advanced predictive abilities, but achieving breakthroughs in causality will depend on overcoming practical and computational challenges.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 6, 2025

Continuous Validation and Continuous Integration are transforming how software is developed, tested, and deployed. These practices enable developers to ensure that code changes integrate smoothly, maintaining high levels of quality and reducing the potential for errors. Understanding these concepts is essential for teams aiming to optimize their workflows while delivering robust software products.

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AWS Machine Learning Blog

MARCH 6, 2025

Agents are revolutionizing the landscape of generative AI , serving as the bridge between large language models (LLMs) and real-world applications. These intelligent, autonomous systems are poised to become the cornerstone of AI adoption across industries, heralding a new era of human-AI collaboration and problem-solving. By using the power of LLMs and combining them with specialized tools and APIs, agents can tackle complex, multistep tasks that were previously beyond the reach of traditional A

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MARCH 6, 2025

Manulife announced that its generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools have been adopted by over 75% of its global employees. The widespread use includes various learning initiatives, immersive experiences, and practical applications, notably through its proprietary GenAI assistant, ChatMFC, introduced in 2024. AI adoption accelerates at Manulife with significant employee engagement Manulife’s efforts in AI began approximately a decade ago, with significant investments aimed at embed

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Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives

Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri

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Towards AI

MARCH 6, 2025

Author(s): Rhea Mall Originally published on Towards AI. With insights from Polyas Urn Model, learn how an initial random bias can have lasting effects on an AI systems learning trajectory. Ive found that luck is quite predictable. If you want more luck, take more chances. Be more active. Show up more often. This quote by motivational speaker Brian Tracy highlights the idea that effort creates opportunity, which in turn results in greater luck.

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MARCH 6, 2025

Edge AI is transforming the landscape of artificial intelligence by bringing computation closer to the data source. This localization reduces latency and enhances data security, making applications more responsive and efficient. As the demand for smart devices and real-time processing increases, understanding the nuances of Edge AI becomes essential.

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Hacker News

MARCH 6, 2025

In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Why? The country applies the "Housing First" concept agains homelessness.

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MARCH 6, 2025

The Pixel 10 is coming, and while Google is busy stuffing it with AI tricks and the latest Tensor chip refinements, theres a different kind of innovation happening elsewhere. Enter the Nothing Phone 3a , a device that somehow manages to bring fresh ideas to the smartphone scene, despite the fact that we all thought there was nothing left to innovate.

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Speaker: Frank Taliano

Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.

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MARCH 6, 2025

The cheap painkiller seems to help the immune system detect and destroy cancers.

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MARCH 6, 2025

Empirical analysis is a critical component of modern research that emphasizes the importance of observation and experience in validating theories. By focusing on data derived from real-world experiences, it allows researchers to build a robust understanding of various phenomena. This methodology is applied across numerous fields, influencing decision-making processes in business, science, and technology.

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MARCH 6, 2025

The Israeli army is developing an AI language model using millions of intercepted conversations between Palestinians, which could accelerate the process of incrimination and arrest, a joint investigation reveals.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 6, 2025

Surrogate models have become essential tools in engineering and data science, transforming how we approach complex simulations. By effectively approximating intricate systems, these models allow researchers and engineers to gain insights that would otherwise be too costly or time-consuming to acquire. Their usefulness ranges from optimizing designs to performing sensitivity analyses, making them invaluable in today’s data-driven world.

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Speaker: Ben Epstein, Stealth Founder & CTO | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO, Aggregage

When tasked with building a fundamentally new product line with deeper insights than previously achievable for a high-value client, Ben Epstein and his team faced a significant challenge: how to harness LLMs to produce consistent, high-accuracy outputs at scale. In this new session, Ben will share how he and his team engineered a system (based on proven software engineering approaches) that employs reproducible test variations (via temperature 0 and fixed seeds), and enables non-LLM evaluation m

Hacker News

MARCH 6, 2025

The decision will end 400 years of the company's letter service, and postboxes will disappear from June.

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MARCH 6, 2025

Ethereum has emerged as a groundbreaking platform, reshaping how developers create decentralized applications and execute smart contracts. Its ability to facilitate complex interactions through blockchain technology sets it apart from other cryptocurrencies. With the native currency Ether (ETH), Ethereum powers a vast ecosystem that continues to expand, attracting users and developers alike with its innovative features and potential.

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MARCH 6, 2025

With the release of new AI models that are better at coding, developers are increasingly using AI to generate code. One of the newest examples is the current batch of Y Combinator, the storied Silicon Valley startup accelerator.

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Dataconomy

MARCH 6, 2025

Data vault is not just a method; its an innovative approach to data modeling and integration tailored for modern data warehouses. As businesses continue to evolve, the complexity of managing data efficiently has grown. data vault stands out by offering flexibility, scalability, and a robust structure to accommodate the changing landscape of data requirements.

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Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street

In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.

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Flipboard

MARCH 6, 2025

The Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, has secured unprecedented access to at least seven sensitive federal databases, including those of

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MARCH 6, 2025

The UK is no longer recommending the use of encryption for at-risk groups following its iCloud backdoor demands

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MARCH 6, 2025

Google co-founder Larry Page has formed a new company, Dynatomics, to upend manufacturing with artificial intelligence.

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MARCH 6, 2025

Introducing the worlds best document understanding API.

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Speaker: Chris Townsend, VP of Product Marketing, Wellspring

Over the past decade, companies have embraced innovation with enthusiasm—Chief Innovation Officers have been hired, and in-house incubators, accelerators, and co-creation labs have been launched. CEOs have spoken with passion about “making everyone an innovator” and the need “to disrupt our own business.” But after years of experimentation, senior leaders are asking: Is this still just an experiment, or are we in it for the long haul?