How does the human brain navigate complex circumstances — say, driving through Harvard Square traffic at 5 p.m.? One theory gaining support with psychologists and neuroscientists is that the brain ...

From the physical world to the virtual world, algorithms are seemingly everywhere. David J. Malan, Professor of Computer Science at Harvard University, has been challenged to explain the science of ...

This post was co-authored by Vinícius Ferraz, Chief Data & AI Officer at ILI.DIGITAL AG. In today's world, algorithms are everywhere—curating our Spotify playlists, suggesting YouTube videos, and even ...

Tyler Lacoma has spent more than 10 years testing tech and studying the latest web tool to help keep readers current. He's here for you when you need a how-to guide, explainer, review, or list of the ...

People generally evaluate minds along two separate dimensions: agency, meaning the ability to think, plan, and act ...

There's no reason to be scared of AI making decisions for you in the future — computers already control your life Imagine you're a hedge-fund manager who's trying to gain an edge. To maximize returns, ...

More than ever, even highly skilled workers find themselves being evaluated, rewarded, and punished by opaque algorithms. A new book, Inside the Invisible Cage, investigates. In this excerpt from the ...

Researchers have developed an algorithm to help public health agencies and others develop a fast and effective response to disasters, whether they’re dealing with a hurricane or anthrax attack. In ...