In a significant move, the Biden administration has barred cybersecurity giant Kaspersky from selling its products in the United States. The decision stems from Kaspersky’s connections to Russia, raising national…
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UN Chief Warns of Rising Cybersecurity Incidents and Malicious Use of Digital Technology
In a world increasingly interconnected by digital technologies, UN Secretary-General António Guterres sounds the alarm on the escalating risks. The perils of weaponizing these technologies are growing, and malicious cyber…
TikTok’s High-Stakes Negotiations and the “Kill Switch” Controversy
Court documents reveal intense negotiations between TikTok and the US government, shedding light on the battle to prevent a US ban. The social media giant, owned by China-based parent company…
OpenAI Establishes Safety Committee as It Trains New AI Model
Formation of New Safety Committee OpenAI has created a new safety committee to oversee the training of its latest artificial intelligence (AI) model. Led by CEO Sam Altman, the committee…
Rolls Royce Secures Contract for Advanced ‘Doomsday’ Plane
Rolls Royce has secured a significant contract to supply technology for the new generation of the US Air Force’s nuclear-blast resistant aircraft. Known as the ‘doomsday plane’, this aircraft is…
Massive Investment Needed for Grid Upgrades
Europe’s ambitious energy transition and the EU’s goal of achieving ‘net-zero’ emissions are at risk without significant investment in electricity distribution systems, warns the power sector. Industry leaders emphasize the…
VivaTech 2024: AI, Climate Tech, Deep Tech, and Elon Musk
VivaTech Returns with a Bang This week, VivaTechnology (VivaTech) opens its doors in Paris for the eighth year, attracting thousands of startups, visitors, and notable tech personalities. AI continues to…
Macron Unveils Major AI Investments, Declares Paris the “City of AI”
Paris to Lead in Artificial Intelligence Speaking at the Elysée Palace, French President Emmanuel Macron declared Paris would become the “city of artificial intelligence.” Addressing tech leaders, politicians, and EU…
AI Detects Sarcasm: A Significant Step Forward
AI’s New Ability to Detect Sarcasm Researchers at the University of Groningen’s Speech Technology Lab in the Netherlands have developed an AI program capable of detecting sarcasm. This breakthrough shows…
Tech Companies Embrace Neurodivergent Talent to Bridge Skills Gap
Demand for Skilled Workers Remains High Despite recent tech layoffs, the industry remains vibrant and full of opportunities. Companies are urgently seeking staff to address the STEM skills gap, particularly…