Some folks decided to test ChatGPT by asking it deep or unsettling questions—and the AI's responses left them more rattled than expected. Whether it was existential musings, personal dilemmas, or hypothetical horrors, the bot's answers didn't just inform—they unnerved. Turns out, even a machine's words can hit a little too close to home.

Meta is making a massive $14.3 billion bet on Scale AI, a leading AI infrastructure company, to launch a new "superintelligence" research lab. This isn’t just another AI project—it’s a push toward developing AI systems that could far surpass human intelligence in reasoning and problem-solving. The move signals Meta’s aggressive ambition to lead in next-gen AI, even as competitors like OpenAI and Google race ahead.

Nintendo's next-gen console, the Switch 2, is here—and it’s a noticeable upgrade. The review highlights improved performance, a larger screen, and some slick new features, but it comes with a steeper price tag. If you’re a die-hard fan or crave better hardware, it might be worth the splurge. Otherwise, the original Switch still holds up fine for casual gamers.

Good news for electric vehicle owners—charging your car could soon be less of a hassle, even if you don’t drive a Tesla. More automakers and charging networks are adopting Tesla’s charging standard, meaning broader compatibility and fewer headaches finding a working station.

Meta is making big bets on scaling its operations, while Apple seems to be hitting some roadblocks in its A.I. efforts. Meanwhile, listeners are weighing in on how job automation is reshaping the workforce—especially as tech companies dangle eye-popping, nine-figure compensation packages to lure top talent.

Meta is diving headfirst into the race for artificial general intelligence (AGI)—the kind of AI that can think and learn like a human—by launching a new "Superintelligence Lab." Led by their top AI researcher, Yann LeCun, the lab will focus on developing advanced AI systems that could eventually outperform humans in complex tasks. But here’s the catch: Meta insists they’ll do it responsibly, prioritizing open research and safety. The move signals Meta’s ambition to compete with giants like OpenAI and Google DeepMind, but it also raises big questions about how such powerful AI should be developed—and who gets to control it.

Carter Emmart, the beloved director of astrovisualization at the American Museum of Natural History, is retiring after decades of bringing the universe to life for audiences. Known for his mesmerizing cosmic tours and the iconic Digital Universe atlas, Emmart made complex astronomy feel intimate and awe-inspiring. This piece reflects on his legacy and his final public presentations, which continue to spark wonder about our place in the cosmos.

Google DeepMind is teaming up with the National Hurricane Center to develop a new AI model aimed at improving hurricane forecasting. The collaboration could lead to faster, more accurate predictions, helping communities prepare for severe weather.