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InferA: A Smart Assistant for Cosmological Ensemble Data

Tam, Justin Z., Grosset, Pascal, Banesh, Divya, Ramachandra, Nesar, Turton, Terece L., Ahrens, James

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

Analyzing large-scale scientific datasets presents substantial challenges due to their sheer volume, structural complexity, and the need for specialized domain knowledge. Automation tools, such as PandasAI, typically require full data ingestion and lack context of the full data structure, making them impractical as intelligent data analysis assistants for datasets at the terabyte scale. To overcome these limitations, we propose InferA, a multi-agent system that leverages large language models to enable scalable and efficient scientific data analysis. At the core of the architecture is a supervisor agent that orchestrates a team of specialized agents responsible for distinct phases of the data retrieval and analysis. The system engages interactively with users to elicit their analytical intent and confirm query objectives, ensuring alignment between user goals and system actions. To demonstrate the framework's usability, we evaluate the system using ensemble runs from the HACC cosmology simulation which comprises several terabytes.


Hey Alexa, help me get down with the kids! Gen Z's most popular slang is added to Amazon's smart assistant - so, do YOU know what they mean?

Daily Mail - Science & tech

If you ever feel like Gen Z is speaking an entirely different language, you are definitely not alone. Luckily for all the baffled parents out there, a new Alexa update should help you avoid giving your kids the ick with your sus Gen Z slang. From today, Amazon users will be able to ask Alexa to'talk Gen Z to me' to reveal one of 20 phrases using Gen Z's favourite words. That might include phrases such as'the math isn't mathing' which Alexa defines as'something is incorrect or unreasonable, something doesn't add up or make sense'. And as Amazon's survey of 2,385 Britons reveals that 83 per cent of Gen Z say the older generation fails to understand them, a little extra assistance might be welcome.


Is Alexa about to get smarter? Amazon will copy Apple by giving its smart assistant a powerful AI revamp, report claims

Daily Mail - Science & tech

Just a few weeks after Apple laid out its grand new AI project, it seems Amazon is getting in on the act too. The tech giant is about to fit its smart assistant Alexa with powerful generative AI capabilities that make it much smarter, according to a report. Alexa will be fitted with a'conversational generative AI', it says – although it's unclear what AI model this will actually be. It means she will be able to respond faster and in more human-like language in response to complicated prompts or queries. Amazon's big rivals in tech already have their own AI chatbots, including Google (Gemini) and X (Grok) while Microsoft and Apple have integrations with ChatGPT.


Artificial Intelligence in Everyday Life 2.0: Educating University Students from Different Majors

Kasinidou, Maria, Kleanthous, Styliani, Busso, Matteo, Rodas, Marcelo, Otterbacher, Jahna, Giunchiglia, Fausto

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

The integration With the surge in data-centric AI and its increasing capabilities, AI of AI into everyday life will only increase as new applications applications have become a part of our everyday lives. However, are developed for use in our homes, schools, governments, social misunderstandings regarding their capabilities, limitations, and lives, and workplaces. But despite the progress made, we have associated advantages and disadvantages are widespread. Consequently, also seen how serious the consequences of misunderstanding or in the university setting, there is a crucial need to educate failing to question AI decisions can be - leading to issues such as not only computer science majors but also students from various disciplines viral misinformation [8], biased systems that disproportionately about AI. In this experience report, we present an overview impact marginalized communities [1], and serious concerns about of an introductory course that we offered to students coming from data privacy. This situation highlights the need to bridge the gap different majors. Moreover, we discuss the assignments and quizzes between AI's everyday presence and people's lack of knowledge, so of the course, which provided students with a firsthand experience we can clear up misconceptions, reduce fears, and embrace a more of AI processes and insights into their learning patterns. Additionally, informed relationship with the AI that is shaping our future [4].


7 things you should never ask Siri, Google Assistant or Alexa

FOX News

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. You're suddenly thrown into a situation where you must perform CPR to save a life. Oh, no -- you don't remember anything from that course 15 years ago. You might think a quick "Hey, Siri" would pull up the instructions quickly and clearly, but that's absolutely the worst thing to do.


Voice-Based Smart Assistant System for Vehicles using RASA

Paranjape, Aditya, Patwardhan, Yash, Deshpande, Vedant, Darp, Aniket, Jagdale, Jayashree

arXiv.org Artificial Intelligence

Conversational AIs, or chatbots, mimic human speech when conversing. Smart assistants facilitate the automation of several tasks that needed human intervention earlier. Because of their accuracy, absence of dependence on human resources, and accessibility around the clock, chatbots can be employed in vehicles too. Due to people's propensity to divert their attention away from the task of driving while engaging in other activities like calling, playing music, navigation, and getting updates on the weather forecast and latest news, road safety has declined and accidents have increased as a result. It would be advantageous to automate these tasks using voice commands rather than carrying them out manually. This paper focuses on the development of a voice-based smart assistance application for vehicles based on the RASA framework. The smart assistant provides functionalities like navigation, communication via calls, getting weather forecasts and the latest news updates, and music that are completely voice-based in nature.


Your smart assistant is listening, but does that impact the ads you see?

FOX News

FOX News' Eben Brown reports on AI going mainstream in healthcare, which doctors say has the potential to create stronger relationships with patients. Think of everything you do online -- and in real life, too -- that says something about who you are. Your likes, clicks, hobbies and activities all add to the wealth of data points companies already have on you. How is that data used? Let's take a deep look at how they use your conversations to create profiles.


Microsoft has DITCHED a popular feature on Windows 11 - here's how the change will affect you

Daily Mail - Science & tech

It first launched back in 2014 as a digital assistant on the Windows Phone. But if you're a fan of Microsoft's smart assistant, Cortana, we have some bad news for you. Microsoft has announced that it has officially ditched its standalone Cortana app for Windows 11. The tech giant explained the change in a blog post this week, highlighting that it'understands this may affect the way you work.' Here's what you need to know about the change and what it means for you. Cortana first launched on the Windows Phone back in 2014, before being added as a smart assistant in Windows 10, one year later.


Say what! These genius voice commands will change your life on your iPhone or Android

Daily Mail - Science & tech

Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant are powerful - but the sad reality is most people aren't maximizing their true potential. The average user is not aware that their pocket AI assistant can scan thousands of photos instantly and find old images with a few simple commands. And these bots also make incredible PAs, bookmarking dates in your calendar and setting reminders for crucial meetings. So, let's delve into the top voice commands for your smart assistant that can simplify your daily life: With those details settled, let's delve into the top voice commands for your smart assistant that can simplify your daily life (stock image) Before we get started, to make your phone's virtual assistant work better, be sure it truly understands your voice, tone and inflections. These common mistakes make it more complicated. In dimly lit situations, such as trying to decipher a menu or navigating a hallway, the last thing you want is to struggle with your phone to locate the flashlight feature.


Amazon is making a HUGE change to Alexa's voice - here's what it means for your smart assistant

Daily Mail - Science & tech

Amazon has revealed a huge change that will make interacting with its smart speakers a lot less fun. The tech giant is retiring all three celebrity voices for its smart speakers – Samuel L. Jackson, Shaquille O'Neal and Melissa McCarthy. Amazon offered the superstar voices for $4.99 each as an alternative to Alexa, but these are no longer available for purchase on its website. Amazon, which released its fifth generation Echo Dot smart speaker last year, said customers can contact them for a refund. The feature was for US users only, although the tech giant does offer alternative voices for its smart assistant in the UK, such as Santa Claus.