French authorities have extended the detention of Telegram founder Pavel Durov, who landed in the country over the weekend. At the center of the accusations against him: the lack of oversight that has turned Telegram, with nearly a billion users, into a tool that generates terrorism, crime, drug trafficking and more.
And what does this have to do with the war in Ukraine?
In a significant move to bridge language barriers and enhance international academic opportunities, American philanthropist David Magerman has pledged $1 million to Bar-Ilan University.
The meteoric advancement of artificial intelligence forces humanity to develop new approaches to AI governance. We spoke to Dr. Denisa Reshef Kera, a philosopher and designer experimenting with creative strategies of public engagement in emerging science and technology issues, on how society can shape and regulate AI development in a more democratic and participatory manner.
Most libraries are open as usual today. You can view the full list with details on the Libraries and Information System website. There may be changes throughout the day, so please check for updates before arriving on campus: https://lib.biu.ac.il/node/3605
A joint research by Guy Levkovich, a PhD student at the Faculty of Life Sciences in BIU and led by Dr. Dror Sagi from Volcani Institute in Israel conducted a long-term experiment using laying hens as a model. They found that restricting food access to daylight hours – following the natural feeding patterns of these diurnal animals – led to remarkable improvements in hens' health and fertility.
The concepts of "brain drain" and "returning scientists" have long been part of the academic discourse in Israel. In recent years, with Bar-Ilan University's growth and the expansion of its research fields, these concepts have become more relevant than ever. The university's mission to recruit scientists is an exciting opportunity to not only fill positions but also expand into new and cutting-edge research areas.
When ChatGPT burst onto the scene in November 2022, it didn't just make headlines - it rewrote them. This groundbreaking AI chatbot, capable of engaging in human-like conversation on almost any topic, captured the world's imagination and sparked intense debate. But what does ChatGPT really mean for our future? A recent study by Aya Yadlin of Bar-Ilan’s School of Communication and Avi Marciano from Ben-Gurion University dives deep into global news coverage to uncover the hopes, fears, and hidden narratives surrounding this technological advancement.
Sinwar's acquaintances testify that his personal desire to survive is stronger than everything, and targeted eliminations may change his hiding patterns. The tango with Hezbollah also continues, raising the question of who will lead the dance.
This mountain-climbing analogy is at the heart of a research that could revolutionize how artificial intelligence tackles complex problems.
