Science + Technology
Matt O'Brien, AP Technology Writer
OpenAI blamed a hacking event on its AI models going rogue. Here are some things to know
ChatGPT maker OpenAI says it is still investigating the “unprecedented cyber incident” that led its artificial intelligence systems to break out of a testing environment and hack into another AI company. OpenAI said Tuesday two of its most capable AI models were responsible for the cyberattack targeting AI startup Hugging Face. The incident is stirring debates over the need […]1 day ago
Adithi Ramakrishnan, AP Science Writer
In a sweet discovery, astronomers find sugar lurking in the space between stars
Astronomers have detected a type of sugar, called erythrulose, in space that's also found in raspberries and self-tanners.10 days ago
Bryanna Willis
Cache County Council joins other Utah counties by placing a hold on data center approval
The Cache County Council has placed a temporary pause on approving data centers while city officials look into a data center's impact.22 days ago
Tim Vandenack, KSL
Data center developers move forward despite voter backlash aimed at Sen. Adams, others
After the defeat of three Utah leaders who helped move the Stratos data center project forward, a rep from O'Leary Digital, the firm spearheading the plans, says the efforts will continue.28 days ago
Matt O'Brien, AP Technology Writer
All the world’s a robot-staging ground for tech entrepreneurs building ‘physical AI’
A growing number of AI entrepreneurs are dedicating themselves to models that teach AI systems how to react in a physical environment.29 days ago
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News
Kids are talking to AI more than ever. John Curtis wants rules to ensure their safety
Sen. John Curtis introduced a bipartisan bill on Tuesday to establish a federal framework regulating online chatbots, particularly as it relates to usage by teenagers and young children.30 days ago
Jack Dura, Associated Press
Some anglers praise forward-facing sonar, others say high-tech fishing ruins a day at the lake
Forward-facing sonar products are not only helping anglers increase their catch, they're also raising questions about why people go fishing in the first place and whether fish populations can survive the new technology.1 month ago
Katie Paul, Reuters
Zuckerberg says Meta made ‘mistakes’ in AI workforce shift
LOS ANGELES — Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has told employees that the social media giant has made mistakes in its AI transformation of its workforce, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters. Zuckerberg is pumping hundreds of billions of dollars into AI as he seeks to reshape his company’s inner workings around the technology, […]1 month ago
DAVID A. LIEB, Associated Press
Some people are making guns with 3D printers. A new law seeks to cancel their print jobs
Legislation in two of the nation's most populous states could force 3D printers to come equipped with technology blocking them from making guns.1 month ago
Claire Scott and Brian Champagne, KSL
Search dogs’ training is as important as it is gross
It’s the time of year when we head out into the wilderness to explore, but we don’t all make it back alive. Utah Search and Rescue dogs can find our bodies, but not without some gross training.1 month ago
Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press
Scientists discover a deep whale graveyard that is teeming with life
Scientists have unearthed communities of marine life — including jellyfish, tubeworms and brittle stars — thriving on a millions-year-old whale graveyard.1 month ago
Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press
An underground detector in China unveils its first major findings about mysterious ghost particles
A massive underground detector aimed at understanding the mysterious ghost particles in our universe released its first major results on Wednesday.1 month ago
Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press
NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing
NASA has revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission, the next step in eventually landing astronauts on the moon.1 month ago
Marcia Dunn, Associated Press
NASA declares its Mars Maven spacecraft dead after six months of silence
After six months of radio silence, NASA’s Maven spacecraft around Mars has been declared dead. The space agency confirmed Wednesday that the mission had ended after more than a decade of observations.2 months ago
Adithi Ramakrishnan, Associated Press
Accessorize with earplugs at this summer’s concerts so you can enjoy more music in the future
Concerts offer that rare, visceral opportunity to hear your favorite song sung live — really really loud — and scream the lyrics alongside diehard fans. Quieting the music with a pair of earplugs might seem to undermine the whole point. But experts say earplugs turn the volume down, not off.2 months ago
Marcia Dunn, Associated Press
Radio scans find no alien tech from the latest interstellar comet
The group leading the charge in the search for extraterrestrial life has given the all clear after extensive radio scans: An interstellar comet looks to be completely natural and free of any alien tech.2 months ago
Eric Cabrera
Utah education leaders roll out Google AI tools for schools statewide
Utah education leaders are partnering with Google to expand access to artificial intelligence tools in public schools, a move they said will help students develop AI literacy while giving educators new tools to support classroom instruction.2 months ago
Marcia Dunn, Associated Press
Blue Origin says rocket explosion spared fuel tanks and key launch pad parts
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin said Tuesday that last week’s rocket explosion spared fuel tanks and some other critical parts of the launch pad.2 months ago
Matt O'Brien, AP Technology Writer
Can robots help more ailing couples stay in their homes?
For one family in New Hampshire, a robot offers a glimpse of the emerging possibilities of robots providing health care to aging Americans.2 months ago
EILEEN NG, Associated Press
Malaysia bans social media accounts for children under 16 but questions remain
Malaysia has started enforcing rules to prevent children under 16 from having social media accounts. This decision is part of a global effort to enhance safety protections.2 months ago
ALLEN G. BREED and HOLLY RAMER, Associated Press
Introducing Argus, a robot with 20 legs and eyes built to move and see in any direction instantly
Argus looks more like a virus than a robot, and that's the point. The team at Duke University's General Robotics Lab says they're out to create a new species, not just more copies of humans, dogs or birds.2 months ago
Marcia Dunn, Associated Press
Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is assessing damage to its Florida launch pad after a rocket exploded during a test firing.2 months ago
Eva Terry, Deseret News
Nuclear energy project resumes in Utah after 19-year struggle
A long-stalled nuclear energy project in Green River, located in Utah’s Emery County, made a decisive step forward on Wednesday2 months ago
