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The Science of Detecting LLM-Generated Text
A technical introduction to LLM-generated text detection methods.
The Internet of Batteryless Things
Energy-harvesting systems could reshape the Internet of Things.
Measuring GitHub Copilot’s Impact on Productivity
A case study asks Copilot users about the tool’s impact on their productivity, and seeks to find their perceptions mirrored in user data.
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Innovation Is Overrated: A Provocation
Digital innovation is not working in the interest of the whole of society. It is time to radically rethink its purpose without sacrificing the benefits it entails.
Internet of Things Security and Privacy Labels Should Empower Consumers
Designs should offer useful information and convenience.
10 Things Software Developers Should Learn about Learning
Understanding how human memory and learning works, the differences between beginners and experts, and practical steps developers can take to improve their learning, training, and recruitment.
Shields for Safe Test Learning
Shielding is a principled and effective approach to ensuring the safety of reinforcement learning. By artifacts, sites, and learning, said Bob Hutchins. “AI not only brings history to life, but also democratizes access,’’ Hutchins said. test image links
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