White House rolls out ‘concrete safeguard’ policies for federal AI
Washington, US - "Concrete safeguards" for government use of artificial intelligence were announced by the White House on Thursday, as it...
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EU to tell big tech firms to curb election risks or face fines
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – The EU will put more pressure on the most popular online platforms, like X and TikTok, to tackle...
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Tech titan Microsoft wins observer seat at OpenAI
SAN FRANCISCO, US - Microsoft, the tech titan that has invested billions of dollars in ChatGPT creator OpenAI, has been given...
- The nomination was shared in a memo to OpenAI staff that was later posted to the company's blog.
- Microsoft will join former US Treasury Secretary and political power broker Larry Summers, who was added last week.
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58% of firms in Saudi Arabia plan to outsource cybersecurity
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - Company bosses are boosting their cybersecurity following an alarming increase in cyberattacks, a new study commissioned...
- A survey gathered information about people who influence cybersecurity, looking at both internal staff, and external actors.
- The survey also analyzed levels and types of online safety company bosses believed warranted investment.
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Ooredoo, QNBN sign agreement
The two companies will jointly develop Doha Port.
- The agreement represents a strategic partnership and reflects a commitment to driving innovation to build a more connected Qatar.
- Qatar National Broadband Network was established to implement the highest global standards in evolving telecommunication infrastructure.
Israeli president tells Musk he has ‘huge role’ in anti-Semitism fight
The meeting came after the world's richest person visited a kibbutz community devastated in attacks by Hamas fighters on October...
- Earlier Monday, Netanyahu and Musk discussed "security aspects of artificial intelligence" with senior defense officials, the Prime Minister's Office said
- Netanyahu told Musk he hoped to resume normalization talks with Saudi Arabia after Hamas's defeat and "expand the circle of peace beyond anything imaginable."
Sam Altman’s return ushers in new era at OpenAI
The five-day saga began on Friday, when Altman was abruptly sacked by the board for reasons that are still unclear....
- The board that fired Altman from his role as CEO of the ChatGPT creator has been almost replaced following a rebellion by employees
- The sole survivor in the boardroom in the new Altman era is Adam D'Angelo, the CEO of question-and-answer site Quora
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AI transforms office roles and enhances productivity
Artificial intelligence automates tasks and boosts capabilities, leading to transformative changes in job roles, productivity, and staff engagement dynamics.
- Artificial intelligence automates tasks and boosts capabilities, leading to transformative changes in job roles, productivity, and staff engagement dynamics.
- Chatbots and virtual assistants are set to enhance employee experience and workplace efficiency, while companies shift focus to outcome-based performance.
Internet out: India deploys shutdowns in name of security
New Delhi, India - With the world's largest biometric ID database, a pioneering digital payment system for daily transactions and a...
- India, the world's largest democracy, with general elections due next year, is also a global leader in internet shutdowns, according to Access Now
- "Of the 187 internet shutdowns it recorded worldwide last year, 84 were in India, the "most of any country for the fifth consecutive year", it said
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Solutions+, EIH sign MoU
The pact will help in creating job opportunities in the UAE.
- The pact outlines a strategic cooperation that contributes to supporting and developing closer ties between the two companies.
- The agreement will help improve efficiency in Business Process Outsourcing, Digital Management and Facility Management.
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Does Anghami and OSN+ collab make financial sense?
A first of its kind in the region, the combination will offer consumers digital services of the best and latest...
- The OSN Group will invest in Anghami at a valuation of $3.65 per share, 3.9x the stock's average price for the past month.
- The combined entity will bring together over 120 million registered users and will be one of MENA’a largest streaming platforms.
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OpenAI announces Sam Altman to return as CEO
In a letter released to media, the vast majority of the company's 770-strong staff suggested they would follow Altman unless...
- OpenAI's board sacked Altman last week, with Microsoft's CEO Satya Nadella announcing soon after he was hiring Altman
- But in the fast-moving sequence of events, Altman said Tuesday he had the support of Nadella for his return as OpenAI's CEO
White House rolls out ‘concrete safeguard’ policies for federal AI
Washington, US - "Concrete safeguards" for government use of artificial intelligence were announced by the White House on Thursday, as it...
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Starlink satellites approved for use in Israel and Gaza
Access to reliable, high-speed internet will "enable potentially life-saving medical consultations via real-time video calling," UAE Foreign Ministry spokesperson Afra...
Strengthen emotional security to thwart cyberattacks
While love, loneliness, and excitement are easily exploitable emotions, any factor impacting someone’s emotional state can make them a target....
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solutions by stc, Devoteam ink MoU
The aim is to foster avenues for collaboration in technology.
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AI game gains popularity during Chinese New Year festivities
SHANGHAI, CHINA - Young Chinese flocking home for Lunar New Year this weekend have turned to an AI chatbot game to...
- The new game uses an AI chatbot to simulate the barrage of squirm-inducing questions young people can expect to face.
- The annual inquisition as extended families gather for China's biggest festival is a cultural touchstone across the country.
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WEF24: Understanding regional nuances key to success
Industries are increasingly investing in transformative technologies, including cybersecurity, sustainable solutions and AI, Sapthagiri Chapalapalli tells TRENDS in an interview.
- Industries are increasingly investing in transformative technologies, including cybersecurity, sustainable solutions and AI, Sapthagiri Chapalapalli tells TRENDS.
- Proactive approach in building reference architectures and industry-specific AI use cases positions TCS as a leader in designing tomorrow's technology, he adds.
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EU gives accent to landmark rules on artificial intelligence
Brussels, Belgium - The European Union's 27 member states on Friday approved landmark rules on reining in artificial intelligence, passing a key...
- Brussels first proposed an AI law in 2021 but spent most of last year racing to greenlight the draft text after chatbot ChatGPT exploded onto the scene.
- EU ambassadors finally signed off on the text during a meeting Friday in Brussels, after French and German concerns were assuaged.