Microsoft researchers have created the largest-scale 1-bit AI model to date, called BitNet b1.58 2B4T. This “bitnet” is designed to run on lightweight hardware and can be used on CPUs, including Apple’s M2. By quantizing weights into just three values (-1, 0, and 1), bitnets are significantly more memory- and computing-efficient than traditional models. The … Read more
A power outage that affected nearly the entire island of Puerto Rico has been resolved, with crews restoring electricity to over 98% of customers. The blackout, which occurred on Wednesday, was caused by a transmission line failure that triggered protective shutdowns at generators across the island. More than 1.45 million customers were left without power, … Read more
NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers is feeling good about his new relationship, revealing that he’s in a “serious” and private partnership with girlfriend Brittani. The 41-year-old athlete first mentioned Brittani during a December 2024 episode of The Pat McAfee Show, where he discussed his Christmas shopping habits and joked about waiting for a package meant for … Read more
The Florida Panthers have completed their 2024-25 regular season with a strong showing. After finishing third in the Atlantic Division, they will now focus on defending their Stanley Cup championship. Before looking ahead to the playoffs, co-hosts Doug Plagens and Jameson Olive take a look back at the team’s impressive regular season campaign. The Panthers … Read more
American Idol alum Doug Kiker’s ex-fiancée Valerie Cook is sharing her side of the singer’s struggles with addiction in the month following his sudden death. The City and County of Denver Medical Examiner confirmed that Kiker died from an opioid overdose on March 10, but Cook reveals that he had a long history of drug … Read more
Nintendo has long maintained that most games will be compatible between the original and upgraded Switch consoles, but the exact details of this compatibility have been unclear. Recently, an FAQ from Marvelous, the developer of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, revealed some surprising information about the Switch 2’s cartridge compatibility with the original console. According … Read more
A recent surge in US tariffs has sent shockwaves through the global economy, leaving markets reeling and sparking concerns over slowing growth, higher inflation, and deteriorating economic conditions. US President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs on April 2 threw global trade turmoil into sharper relief, with the anticipated average effective US tariff rate reaching … Read more
The 2025 New York Auto Show delivered on its promise, with several major new-car debuts that showcased a mix of luxury, electric, and off-road capabilities. Here are some of the top highlights from the show. Genesis X Gran Equator Concept was unveiled, marking a new design direction for the luxury SUV brand. The 2026 Hyundai … Read more
The European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA are celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope by releasing a stunning new image of the Eagle Nebula. This vast stellar nursery is home to a towering spire of cosmic gas and dust, revealed through improved data processing techniques. The pillar of cold gas and dust … Read more
The US auto industry is feeling the heat as a result of President Trump’s unpredictable tariffs on imported vehicles. With a 25% tariff in place, manufacturers are struggling to adapt, leading to immediate impacts such as Audi holding foreign-made vehicles at port and Jaguar Land Rover suspending all shipments to the US. As a result, … Read more