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On October 12, 2024, California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed Senate Bill 1047, which aimed to impose safety regulations on large AI models. The bill faced criticism for potentially stifling innovation while supporters argued it was necessary for public safety. Newsom emphasized the need for a more nuanced approach to AI regulation, citing concerns over its impact on the tech industry.
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Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their groundbreaking discovery of microRNAs, which play a crucial role in gene regulation. This discovery has significant implications for understanding diseases like cancer and diabetes, although practical applications are still in development.
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Geoffrey Hinton and John Hopfield have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics for their foundational work in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Hinton, known as the 'godfather of AI,' has raised concerns about the existential risks posed by advanced AI technologies.
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South Korean author Han Kang has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming the first South Korean and first Asian woman to receive this honor. Her works, including 'The Vegetarian' and 'Human Acts,' explore themes of trauma and societal issues, leading to a surge in book sales and national pride.
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Geoffrey Hinton and John Hopfield received the Nobel Prize in Physics for foundational work in AI, while Demis Hassabis and John Jumper from Google DeepMind won the Chemistry prize for breakthroughs in protein structure prediction. This recognition highlights AI's growing influence in science and raises ethical concerns about its commercialization.