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Thai Students Launch AI Study App Making Real Impact in Classrooms

A student answers a quiz on the RevisionSuccess app, which uses AI to adapt study materials to individual learning needs. (Image credit: RevisionSuccess ) A group of high school students in Thailand is gaining national attention for creating an AI-powered study app that is helping their peers learn more efficiently. The app, called RevisionSuccess, was developed by a student team led by 16-year-old Phonlawat "Beam" Sirajindapirom, an incoming student at the Chulalongkorn School of Integrated Innovation, Chulalongkorn University. The app is designed to convert study materials into personalized quizzes and flashcards using artificial intelligence, offering a smart and adaptive learning experience tailored to each user's needs. The idea for RevisionSuccess came from the students' own experiences with exam preparation. They wanted a faster and more effective way to review content and found that existing tools were either too basic or time-consuming. With the help of AI, ...

Thailand Unveils AI-Powered Police Robot for Public Safety

Thailand has introduced its first AI-powered police robot, named AI Police Cyborg 1.0, during the annual Songkran festival in Nakhon Pathom. This move signals a new chapter in the country’s approach to public safety, blending artificial intelligence with real-time surveillance to support human officers. The robot, developed under a collaboration between Thai law enforcement and local tech partners, is designed to monitor large crowds and assist police during major events. It is equipped with AI-driven cameras that provide 360-degree surveillance and can detect potentially dangerous behavior such as fights or theft. One of the key features of AI Police Cyborg 1.0 is its facial recognition system, which is capable of identifying individuals flagged in criminal databases. If the system detects someone considered a threat, it automatically alerts nearby officers through a centralized Command and Control Center. The robot is also programmed to distinguish between real weapons and harmless...

Discord Appoints Humam Sakhnini as CEO Amid IPO Rumors

Discord, a leading communication platform popular among gamers and social media users, has appointed Humam Sakhnini as its new CEO. This decision comes as co-founder Jason Citron steps down from his role after 13 years of leadership. Sakhnini, previously the Vice Chairman at Activision Blizzard, brings a wealth of experience from the gaming industry. His appointment signals Discord's intention to strengthen its core identity in gaming, especially as the company prepares for a potential Initial Public Offering (IPO). Over the years, Discord has evolved from a platform created for gamers to a mainstream social media service, boasting over 200 million monthly active users. This growth illustrates its significance in both the gaming and social networking arenas. In its official press release, Discord emphasized its renewed focus on gaming roots while exploring various monetization strategies, including advertising and microtransactions. However, these strategies may raise concerns amon...