A Stanford grad student created an algorithm to help his classmates find love; now, Date Drop is the basis of his new startup

"Our matches convert to actual dates at about 10x the rate of Tinder," Weng told TechCrunch.
The Verge

Threads’ new ‘Dear Algo’ feature lets you tell the algorithm what you want to see

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UPI

EU says TikTok's algorithm, 'addictive design' likely illegal

Feb. 6 (UPI) --European Union regulators said Friday that TikTok may be in violation of the Digital Services Act due to the risk it poses for addictive and compulsive behavior. The European Commission ...
The New York Times

Europe Accuses TikTok of ‘Addictive Design’ and Pushes for Change

European Union regulators said the app’s infinite scroll and personalized algorithm led to “compulsive” behavior, especially among children. By Adam Satariano Reporting from London TikTok’s endless ...
Nature

Genome assembly algorithms articles from across Nature Portfolio

The growth of pangenomics has been rapid, as data and tools improve over time. However, care should be taken to avoid the misuse of pangenome and related terms, with clarity and precision taking ...
Nature

Machine learning articles from across Nature Portfolio

Machine learning is the ability of a machine to improve its performance based on previous results. Machine learning methods enable computers to learn without being explicitly programmed and have ...
Investopedia

Artificial Intelligence (AI): What It Is, How It Works, Types, and Uses

Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who have contributed. Gordon Scott has been an active investor and ...