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• [New] IBM envisions the future of computing through three key components-bits, neural processing units, and quantum bits (qubits). DIGITIMES Inc.
• [New] Synergy with Physical AI: World Foundation Models are critical for Physical AI, providing the brain that interprets sensory data and predicts outcomes in real-time. The Futurum Group
• [New] Heavy drinkers who have eight or more alcoholic drinks per week have an increased risk of brain lesions called hyaline arteriolosclerosis, signs of brain injury that are associated with memory and thinking problems. ScienceDaily
• [New] Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a method to deliver anti-inflammatory drugs across the blood-brain barrier, a breakthrough that could lead to new treatments for conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and cancer-related cachexia. SciTechDaily
• [New] Several studies have utilized deep learning methods to predict COVID-19 data, incorporating related time series models such as Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks, Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN), and hybrid approaches that combine deep learning with traditional methods. Nature
• [New] In the decade since researchers at MIT first began exploring how brain waves might be harnessed to combat Alzheimer's disease, a compelling body of evidence has emerged suggesting that a specific frequency of neural activity could offer new hope for patients and their families. ScienceBlog.com
• [New] Looking beyond 2025, AI will continue to evolve with advancements in deep learning, neural networks, and autonomous marketing systems. Best Lead Generation Agency in Singapore and Asia: iSma
• Brain-computer interface (BCI) specialist Synchron has previewed an artificial intelligence model that it believes will form the basis of a new generation of devices to allow individuals to control digital and physical environments with their minds. Pharmaphorum
• Taking action to try and keep a healthy brain can help reduce the risk of suffering brain trauma, strokes and cognitive decline. QNS
• Neural networks and AI are already actively used in gaming, but in the next 5-10 years, we can expect them to make significant progress. ABC Money
• China's CIBR and NeuCyber are aiming to implant brain chips in 13 individuals by the end of the year, with plans for significant expansions in 2026. Times of India
• As technology companies increasingly expand, a new approach to AI's thinking, developed by researchers including Texas A&M University engineers, mimics the human brain and has the potential to revolutionize the AI industry. ScienceDaily
• Unlocking Tensor Cores on NVIDIA RTX will enable developers to fully leverage RTX Neural Shading for richer, more immersive experiences on Windows. NVIDIA Technical Blog
• Neural privacy will be a hot topic in 2025, impacting technologies such as wearable devices, virtual reality headsets, and other brain-computer interfaces that have the potential to reveal sensitive data, such as a person's truthfulness, political leanings, sexual orientation, or health conditions. Morrison Foerster
• Individual training improves brain-machine decoding of imagined speech, offering new hope for people with language disorders. myScience
• By reducing oxidative stress in neural tissues and mitigating inflammation, Irish Bells could help preserve cognitive function and protect against neurodegenerative diseases. VitaLibrary
• Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed a unique 3D-printed transparent skull implant for mice that provides an opportunity to watch activity of the entire brain surface in real time. ScienceDaily
• Brain drain is a concern, as many Nigerian researchers seek opportunities abroad due to the lack of resources and support at home. The Nation Newspaper
• Consuming excessive amounts of processed red meats like bacon and hot dogs could negatively impact brain health, potentially leading to cognitive decline and an increased risk of dementia. archyde
• A positive message is that focusing on a healthy lifestyle and improving heart health will have important benefits for your brain health and preventing dementia. The Fulcrum
• A diet high in saturated fat could affect memory and cause brain inflammation in older adults. Spectrum News 1 Ohio
• Systems like Hikvision's Deep Learning cameras classify objects and predict threats using neural networks. CCTV Services - CCTV Security Systems, CCTV Monitoring
• A new artificial intelligence model measures how fast a patient's brain is aging and could be a powerful new tool for understanding, preventing and treating cognitive decline and dementia. EurekAlert!

Last updated: 27 April 2025