Technology Review

Technology Review is an independent media company that reports on the newest technologies and their commercial, social, and political impacts. It has a strong relationship with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and provides in-depth reporting to prepare readers for future technological developments. The site covers topics such as AI, biotechnology, and emerging technologies through articles, subscriptions, and events.

86%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on its reporting.

Bias

94%

Examples:

  • The author uses phrases such as 'Google DeepMind multiple times' and 'new Gemini 1.5 Pro' to emphasize the company behind the product, rather than focusing on its capabilities or performance.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The article mentions Google DeepMind multiple times.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In another demonstration, Google uploaded a 44-minute silent film featuring Buster Keaton and asked the AI to identify what information was on a piece of paper that, at some point in the movie, is removed from a character's pocket. In less than a minute, it found the scene and correctly recalled the text written on the paper.
  • The digital replica was created using a photo of Sun's mother and some audio clips from their WeChat conversations.

Deceptions

90%

Examples:

  • The article is straightforward and factual, with no apparent deception.

Recent Articles

  • Digital Avatars of the Departed: Comfort or Harm?

    Digital Avatars of the Departed: Comfort or Harm?

    Broke On: Tuesday, 07 May 2024 Digital avatars of deceased individuals, or 'deadbots', are growing in popularity through chatbots and AI technology. Companies like Replika, HereAfter, and Persona offer this service based on online presence and data. While some find comfort in interacting with digital replicas of their loved ones, experts warn of potential psychological harm. Thousands have already paid for these services in China, where the concept is rooted in tradition. Users can customize the avatars to look and respond like their deceased loved ones, but ethical concerns around privacy, consent, and exploitation arise as AI technology advances.
  • Google's Gemini 1.5 Pro: A Mid-Tier AI Model That Outperforms Its Predecessor and Matches Top Tier Performance

    Google's Gemini 1.5 Pro: A Mid-Tier AI Model That Outperforms Its Predecessor and Matches Top Tier Performance

    Broke On: Monday, 19 February 2024 Google's latest AI model, Gemini 1.5 Pro, outperforms its predecessor in handling large amounts of data and uses less computing power. It matches the top-tier model, Gemini Ultra, in performance.

  • UK Approves World's First CRISPR Treatment for Blood Disorders

    Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023 The UK has approved the world's first treatment using the gene-editing tool CRISPR for two blood disorders: sickle cell anaemia and beta thalassemias. The treatment, known as Casgevy, works by knocking out a gene that naturally turns down the production of foetal haemoglobin. Clinical trials have shown promising results, with patients experiencing reduced symptoms. The treatment's price is speculated to be around $3 million, excluding hospital stays.

  • Google's Advanced AI Model Gemini: A Leap Forward or Peak AI Hype?

    Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023 Google has launched its most advanced AI model, Gemini, to compete with OpenAI's GPT models. Gemini is a multimodal model that can process and understand various types of information including text, audio, images, video, and programming code. Gemini has reportedly outperformed rival AI models in reading comprehension, mathematical ability, and reasoning skills. Some experts argue that Gemini's capabilities are not substantially different from previous models and may signal peak AI hype. Gemini comes in three versions: Pro, Nano, and Ultra. The Ultra version is currently being tested externally and is expected to be released publicly in early 2024.