Executive Summary Introduction The Paris Agreement is an international treaty adopted by 196 parties on December 12, 2015, which intended to address the urgent global issue of climate change. The United States is not on course to meet its climate goals and must adopt more aggressive legislation to achieve its targets. Ultimately, the Paris Agreement … Continue reading
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Self-Improving Neural Networks.
Executive Summary Introduction The field of artificial intelligence (AI) has seen rapid advancements over the past decade, with breakthroughs in machine learning, deep learning, and neural networks. Among these, the concept of autonomous improvement in AI systems has emerged as a groundbreaking development. Recently, OpenAI unveiled its latest innovation, “Self-Improving Neural Networks” (SINS), which has … Continue reading
Unveiling the Mystery: An Introduction to Mesa-Optimization in Artificial Intelligence
Executive Summary: Introduction. Imagine a complex system loosely inspired by the human brain – a neural network. It’s made up of interconnected units that process information, like tiny muscles that get better with training. This training involves the network trying to achieve a specific goal, like recognizing faces. To improve, the network needs to adapt … Continue reading
AI and The Law: The Good, The Bad, and Preserving What Works
Executive Summary Introduction The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the legal profession may drastically shift how attorneys interact with their clients. This technological evolution, while streamlining operations and making attorneys more accessible across socioeconomic groups, introduces significant challenges, particularly in terms of confidentiality, ethical practice, and maintaining the human-centric nature of attorney-client relationships. Grappling … Continue reading
COPPA 2.0: A Worthy But Misguided Effort to Protect Children Online
Executive Summary Introduction The rapidly evolving digital landscape has prompted lawmakers to revisit COPPA, leading to the proposal of COPPA 2.0. This new legislation aims to strengthen the safeguards around the collection, use, and disclosure of children’s personal information online, reflecting the increased concerns over privacy in an age dominated by social media, online learning, … Continue reading
Assessing Rational Approaches to AI Implementation in Higher Education
Executive Summary Introduction After generative AI took the world by storm with the release of ChatGPT in November 2022, institutions of higher education responded by largely limiting or completely banning the use of generative artificial intelligence (generative AI) tools, including ChatGPT, for any work inside or outside the classroom. Rather than embracing the technology that … Continue reading
Culture / Economy / Fiscal policy / Politics / Regulation
Unlocking Transparency: The FTC’s Battle Against Hidden Fees
Executive Summary Introduction Consumers have become victims of deceptive pricing in various industries, notably in the ticketing and hotel sector. Firms have been using these practices known as “price dipping” or “bait and switch” pricing where mandatory fees are not disclosed until checkout significantly increasing the total cost without knowing the purpose of the fees. … Continue reading
Artificial Intelligence in Drug Development; Benefits, Risks and Necessary Actions
Executive Summary Introduction Despite funds being poured into the pharma industry for decades, it was not until the past several years that major breakthroughs in discoveries, approval of certain technology’s use, and AI’s rapid development in creating drugs did AI in medicine begin to take form. The Human Genome Project’s founding in 2003 opened the … Continue reading
We Were Born to Die: STI Rates’ Exponential Increase in the U.S.
Executive Summary Introduction The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have alerted an increasing STI epidemic with a reported 2.5 million cases in 2022. In response to cases rising, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has launched an STI initiative. One of the STIs experiencing the more drastic growth in cases is … Continue reading
Romeo O Romeo Where Art Thou Romeo: Incel Culture and Rising Infertility
Executive Summary Introduction The twenty-first century has seen a dramatic shift in sexual liberation for both sexes. Women have never been more empowered to have agency and pride over their sexuality. Furthermore, with dating apps being some of the most popular applications in the app store, meeting someone has never been easier, right? Contrary to … Continue reading
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