Welcome to Discover Daily by Perplexity , an AI-generated show on tech , science and culture . I'm Isaac . Today , we'll explore the discoveries of two potentially habitable super-Earth planets that could reshape our understanding of life beyond our solar system . But first let's look at what else is happening . First , let's look at what else is happening .
Our first story today focuses on OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's recent comments about the company's open-source strategy . During a Reddit AMA , altman acknowledged that OpenAI may need to figure out a different open-source strategy , suggesting they might be on the wrong side of history with their current approach .
This marks a significant shift in Altman's stance and reflects growing recognition within OpenAI of the importance of transparency and collaboration in AI development . What's driving this reconsideration ? Well , it seems competitive pressure from open-source models like DeepSeek R1 is playing a role .
Altman described DeepSeq as a very good model , indicating that it has significantly narrowed OpenAI's lead in the field . This recognition underscores the rapid advancements in open source AI development and its potential to challenge established players . Openai now faces the challenge of balancing innovation with transparency .
The company is working on enhancing ChatGPT's memory and reasoning capabilities , as well as developing AI agents for 2025 . Their roadmap includes improvements such as longer context windows and more personalization options for its AI models . Looking ahead , openai's future strategy might involve a hybrid model that combines elements of open and closed-source approaches .
They're likely to explore new revenue streams and focus on developing robust safeguards to prevent misuse of AI technologies . It's a delicate balance between maintaining a competitive edge and embracing the transparency that the AI community increasingly demands .
Moving on to our second story , the European Union has enacted a ban on AI systems deemed to pose quote unacceptable risks under the EU AI Act . This marks a significant milestone in AI regulation , targeting applications like manipulative systems , social scoring and real-time biometric identification in public spaces .
The ban prohibits several categories of AI systems , including those using subliminal techniques to exploit vulnerabilities , social scoring systems , untargeted facial recognition databases created by scraping online images or CCTV footage , and AI systems inferring emotions in educational or workplace settings .
There are limited exceptions for law enforcement in cases of real-time biometric identification . To ensure compliance , the EU has introduced robust enforcement measures with significant penalties . Non-compliance can result in fines of up to 35 million euros or 7% of a company's total worldwide annual turnover , whichever is higher .
For less severe violations , fines can reach 7.5 million euros or 1% of annual turnover . The EU AI Act follows a phased implementation timeline . The ban on unacceptable risk . Ai systems is just the first step . In May 2025 , we'll see the introduction of codes of practice . August 2025 will bring enforcement of transparency requirements and penalties .
The full implementation of remaining provisions is set for the following year , in August 2026 . This gradual rollout allows organizations time to adapt to the new regulatory landscape while ensuring swift action against the most concerning AI applications .
The EU aims to establish itself as a global leader in trustworthy AI development , balancing innovation with safety and fundamental rights protection . Now let's dive into our main story of the day the discovery of two remarkable super-Earth exoplanets , both located within the habitable zones of their respective stars .
These findings offer exciting opportunities to study potential habitability , planetary formation and the search for extraterrestrial life . First let's talk about TOI-715b , a newly discovered super-Earth located 137 light-years away . This planet is approximately 1.5 times wider than Earth and orbits a small reddish dwarf star every 19 days .
What makes this planet particularly interesting is its position within the conservative habitable zone of its star , meaning it could theoretically support liquid water on its surface .
The planet's relatively close proximity to Earth and its frequent orbital period make it an ideal target for further study , particularly with advanced instruments like the James Webb Space Telescope . These characteristics position TOI-715b as a promising subject for investigating the potential for life beyond our solar system . But that's not all .
Astronomers have also confirmed the existence of HD 20794d , another super-Earth orbiting a Sun-like star called 8-2 Eridanus , just 20 light-years from Earth . This discovery is the result of over two decades of observations using advanced spectrometers .
This planet is approximately six times more massive than Earth and completes its orbit around its host star in just under two Earth years , placing it well within the star's habitable zone . The discovery of these super-Earths in their respective stars' habitable zones has significant implications for the search for potentially life-supporting worlds .
These planets orbit within the Goldilocks zone , where temperatures could allow for the existence of liquid water on their surfaces . Toi-715b's proximity and frequent transits make it an excellent candidate for detailed observation by the James Webb Space Telescope , potentially revealing insights about its atmosphere and composition .
Hd 20794d's location in a system with a sun-like star offers a unique opportunity to study planetary formation and evolution in conditions similar to our own solar system .
These discoveries not only expand our understanding of exoplanetary systems , but also provide promising targets for future missions aimed at detecting biosignatures and exploring the potential for extraterrestrial life . And there's more . Within the TOI-715b system , astronomers have identified a potential second planet , designated TOI-715c .
This candidate planet is estimated to be only slightly larger than Earth and may also orbit within the conservative habitable zone of its star . If confirmed , this would mark a significant milestone as the smallest habitable zone planet found by NASA's Transiting Exoplanet Survey satellite to date .
The presence of multiple potentially habitable planets in a single system is particularly exciting for researchers . It not only increases the chances of detecting biosignatures , but also provides a unique opportunity to study the formation and dynamics of multi-planet systems within habitable zones .
This discovery aligns with growing evidence suggesting that stars with multiple habitable planets might be more common than previously thought . That's it for today . Thanks for tuning in . Don't forget to subscribe on your favorite platform For more info on anything we covered today . Check out the links in our episode description and don't forget .
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