AI-model trained on cat and dog pics verifies global breakthrough

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The CSIRO team behind recent research related to the location of a black hole. From left to right: Ivy Wong, Nithyanandan Thyagarajan, Samuel Lai and Foivos Diakogiannis. (CSIRO)

SHAUN TURTON

November 14, 2026 08:17 JST

SYDNEY — Photos of cats and dogs can do more than provide amusement to internet users. A team of Australian scientists say they can also be a tool for confirming major astronomical breakthroughs.