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2026-08-09 18:24:03 CEST

Today, let’s remember Turing Award recipient Marvin Minsky, born #OTD in 1927. He received the award in 1969 for his central role in creating, shaping, promoting, and advancing the field of Artificial Intelligence.In 1951, he developed SNARC, one of the first neural network simulators, which used a network of electronic components to model how neurons might learn and make decisions.
For more:
https://amturing.acm.org/award_winners/minsky_7440781.cfm
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2026-07-28 14:15:12 CEST

Is AI conscious? Check out #ACMFellow Eric Allman's thoughts in #ACMBytecast Episode 85 here or wherever you get your #podcast.
https://learning.acm.org/bytecast/ep85-eric-allman
#coding #Claude #computing #tech #innovation
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2026-07-16 15:01:20 CEST

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If you would like to share your thoughts, please use this link (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeq7MFM7TlSXIaIXQnIltiQeWE_w3cl36HFPwql4S7u-drmzg/viewform). ACM leadership will take your feedback into account while we develop and implement our AI content strategy over the coming months.

2026-07-16 15:01:19 CEST

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In short,
- We feel that responsible inclusion of ACM Publications into AI systems will positively impact global access to scientific research and better influence future work. The balance of protecting the integrity of the Digital Library vs the risk of continuing to be excluded from new ways that researchers discover information is a delicate one which requires careful consideration.🌍️

2026-07-16 15:01:19 CEST

We are opening a consultation on the inclusion of ACM publications within AI licensing agreements for access and training purposes. To set out our thinking behind this consultation, we have published this piece by Scott Delman as to why we believe it is now the right time for us to enter into these discussions.
🔗 : https://cacm.acm.org/opinion/now-is-the-time-to-give-llms-access-to-the-acm-digital-library/
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2026-07-16 15:01:19 CEST

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- We are aware of concerns around key issues such as attribution, hallucinations, and the uneven economic landscape among commercial AI providers. Therefore, we will evaluate both opportunities and risks very carefully before coming to a decision. ✒️
- Revenue is not, nor should it ever be, a primary driver for ACM reaching licensing agreements with AI providers. However, if additional revenue is generated it will be used as additional support for all the meaningful work that ACM does. 🔬

2026-03-18 10:00:30 CET

Congratulations to Charles H. Bennett and Gilles Brassard on receiving the 2025 ACM A.M. Turing Award! They are recognized for their essential role in establishing the foundations of quantum information science and transforming secure communication and computing.
Learn more about the significance of their contributions here: https://awards.acm.org/turing
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2026-02-20 18:24:04 CET

Understanding how large language models work is more essential than ever. By studying large language models as if they were living things instead of computer programs, scientists are discovering some of their secrets for the first time.
Learn more: https://www.technologyreview.com/2026/01/12/1129782/ai-large-language-models-biology-alien-autopsy/ #TechNews
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2025-09-21 18:24:02 CEST

This year marks the 75th anniversary of Alan Turing’s “Computing Machinery and Intelligence," the paper that introduced the famous Turing Test.
On October 2, 2025, the Royal Society and the Web Science Institute, co-sponsored by ACM, will host a landmark celebration at The Royal Society, London (12:30–7pm UTC).
Join panels on Turing’s vision, the Test’s relevance today, and the future of AI.
Don’t miss this historic event. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/celebrating-the-75th-anniversary-of-the-turing-test-tickets-1512110997699?aff=oddtdtcreator
#TuringTest75 #AI #ACM
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2025-09-15 15:04:02 CEST

🎓 How is generative AI reshaping computing education?
Join a panel of global experts as they share case studies on the ethical and societal impact of AI in the classroom.
Free registration 👉 https://events.zoom.us/ev/AtuHJus2q1kd25Cg5TbA1X0xMxHycnA-Fo0hpdKranVPmnbTQ2AF~AoWR-8D8rhoKVIgc7KmIt61qrgDrhYkGYdPmS_18kyw0XESUooeHW5S2lg
#GenerativeAI #ComputingEducation #Ethics
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2025-05-23 20:19:15 CEST

It's been a long journey...
#codinglife #fridayvibes #programmingjokes
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