Digest for 10/12/2026

How can we harness the power of superintelligent AI while also preventing the catastrophe of robotic overlords? Computer science professor Stuart Russell explains why we need new principles for AI design -- and how we can build them in.

There's a lot of talk about the need to regulate AI, but physicist Max Tegmark says we need to think bigger: what if we could design AI to make our lives better in every way? Tegmark explores the exciting possibilities of life with superintelligent machines -- and how we can ensure that the benefits of AI are shared fairly.

Kate Crawford discusses hidden biases in AI systems and the ethical imperative to address them during innovation.

Shohini Ghose wants us to get excited about quantum computers, which operate using an entirely different logic than classical computing. She explains the basics and explores what makes quantum computing so powerful.

IBM's research director on the breakthroughs bringing quantum computing closer.

An exploration of how quantum technologies will reshape computing, security, and scientific discovery in the coming decades.

Machine learning researcher David Rolnick explains how AI tools are being applied to optimize energy systems, model climate impacts and accelerate the transition to renewables.

Discussing machine learning applications in renewable energy, agriculture, and reducing carbon footprints globally.

How data-driven AI tools can model climate impacts and drive policy for environmental good.