AI’s recursive self-improvement might not come so quickly after all...

AI agents can solve technical problems but lack the creativity and judgment needed for original AI research. A recent study showed these agents failed to produce high-quality, innovative papers like human researchers. This means quick, self-improving AI might still be far away.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.technologyreview.com/2026/08/18/1142188/ai-recursive-self-improvement/

‘Really helpful’: the AI bootcamps aimed at addressing UK youth unemployment...

The UK government is running AI bootcamps to help young people who are not working or studying learn new skills. After the three-week course, some can join apprenticeships with companies needing AI knowledge. The program aims to reduce youth unemployment by preparing them for future jobs involving AI.

ORIGINAL LINK: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/13/ai-bootcamps-uk-youth-unemployment-neets-preston