The Digital Speaker (Page 211)

Meta's record EU fine: the cost of doing business in the EU.

Meta Platforms is slapped with a record €1.2B fine by EU regulators for illegally transferring user data to the U.S., violating GDPR rules. While Meta intends to appeal, the fine signals the EU's stern stance on privacy violations. At the same time, Meta probably sees this as ...

Taming the crypto wild west: a plan for more robust regulation.

The global securities watchdog, Iosco, urged bolder action in regulating cryptocurrency markets, presenting a plan to address conflicts of interest and improve disclosure and governance. This follows the failure of the crypto exchange FTX

Drone-delivered dinners transform Shenzhen's skyline.

Shenzhen, one of China's most vibrant, bustling cities, is now dotted with drones buzzing overhead. The renowned food delivery company, Meituan, has achieved an incredible feat - they have rolled out a drone food delivery service throughout the city.

The Case for Open Data: A Roadmap for a Data-Driven Future

Open data is revolutionising the way we access and use information. From public transport schedules to global health statistics, freely available data provides a wealth of resources for innovation and informed decision-making.

Create world-scale augmented reality experiences in minutes.

Google's new Geospatial Creator, powered by ARCore & Google Maps, enables users to design and publish world-anchored content with photorealistic 3D tiles and geospatial, terrain, and rooftop anchors.

Deciphering the enigma.

OpenAI's latest research is set to offer a groundbreaking peek into the enigmatic 'black box' of neural networks. The initiative aims to unravel the complex inner workings of these networks, potentially opening new horizons in our understanding and application of artificial in...

AI's dependence on low-wage human workers

Unveiling the reality behind AI, it turns out that even advanced systems like ChatGPT heavily rely on low-wage contract workers, who put in strenuous 15-hour days to train these systems.

AI advancement: a double-edged sword?

As AI rapidly advances, DeepMind co-founder warns it could create "a serious number of losers," emphasising job losses and privacy concerns. The call to action is clear - we must prioritise ethical considerations and comprehensive regulations in our race towards AI advancement.

EU springs into action: A new dawn for AI regulation.

The European Union is stepping in to regulate artificial intelligence. The proposed rules aim to limit risky AI practices, protect privacy, and set standards for AI transparency and accountability. The proposed regulation will also include new tools such as ChatGPT.

AutoGPT: Revolutionizing Task Automation with Potential Risks and Business Implications

AutoGPT is reshaping task automation, promising increased efficiency and potential job loss and privacy concerns. As the AI-driven future unfolds, businesses must reskill employees to work with AI, emphasise human-centric roles, and ensure ethical AI use. Balancing AI and huma...

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