News & Articles By Laura Harris
04/11/2024
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By Laura Harris
EU plans to monitor private online chats under the guise of combating child abuse
The European Union is planning to pass new regulations supposedly to combat child sexual abuse online that will allow it to monitor private online messages for illegal content, stirring controversy all over the continent. Initially introduced in May 2022, the EU presented the first draft of the “Proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament […]
04/10/2024
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By Laura Harris
Report finds China uses fake accounts and AI-generated content to manipulate public opinion (but so does the U.S. government and the CDC)
A report from the Microsoft Threat Analysis Center (MTAC) has uncovered how China uses fake social media accounts and artificial intelligence-generated content to manipulate public opinion in its favor and disrupt global affairs. According to the report, titled “Same targets, new playbooks: East Asia threat actors employ unique methods,” Chinese Communist Party-affiliated actors have been actively engaging […]
04/08/2024
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By Laura Harris
New Tesla Cybertruck owners in California report steering wheel malfunctions immediately after purchase
New owners of Elon Musk’s much-hyped Cybertruck in California have been reporting steering wheel issues. Tesla’s Cybertruck, advertised as “apocalypse-proof,” has a new advanced system called steer-by-wire. The new technology, which aims to replace traditional steering, eliminates the physical connection between the steering wheel and the car wheels through electrically controlled motors. This feature provides a tighter turn […]
04/01/2024
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By Laura Harris
Privacy experts warn the public against “digital enslavement” as Amazon launches new app for pay-by-palm services
Privacy experts warn the public about possible “digital enslavement” as Amazon launches a new app that enables first-time users to enroll in the Amazon One pay-by-palm services remotely. In the past, individuals had to physically visit a store equipped with Amazon One devices to register for the service. But on March 28, Amazon announced that first-time users […]
03/29/2024
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By Laura Harris
IDF accused of using AI facial recognition system to target innocent Palestinians in Gaza
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) has been accused of using an artificial intelligence-powered facial recognition system to scan the faces of innocent Palestinians and compile them in a database of individuals purportedly affiliated with Hamas in Gaza. The Red Wolf system, developed by Unit 8200 of the IDF’s Intelligence Corps in collaboration with Israeli tech firm Corsight, utilizes […]
03/27/2024
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By Laura Harris
SURVEY: Majority of American teenagers feel happy and peaceful without smartphones
A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that a majority of American teenagers find happiness and peace when they are not tethered to their smartphones. The study, conducted among 1,453 teenagers ages 13 to 17, found that 74 percent of respondents say they feel happy when they have no smartphones on hand, while 72 percent say they feel peaceful […]
03/19/2024
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By Laura Harris
AI-generated deepfakes are beginning to sway public opinion all over the world
Artificial intelligence-generated deepfakes are beginning to sway public opinion all over the world. Creating fake photos, videos or audio clips used to require considerable resources in terms of time, technical expertise and finances. But the advent of AI has drastically lowered these barriers, providing anyone with malicious intent and a smartphone with the power to manipulate […]
03/18/2024
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By Laura Harris
European lawmakers approve the world’s first major act to regulate AI
The European Parliament has finally approved the world’s first comprehensive legislation that will set rules and restrictions for artificial intelligence (AI) developers after months of negotiations and political deliberations with European Union (EU) member states. The legislation, dubbed the EU AI Act of 2021, bans certain AI uses, introduces new transparency rules and requires risk assessments for AI […]
03/10/2024
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By Laura Harris
House Republicans demand answers from Google over alleged government influence on “woke” and biased AI program Gemini
Republican members of the House of Representatives are urging Google’s parent company Alphabet to reveal any potential government influences that may have impacted the development of its biased artificial intelligence chatbot called Gemini. Gemini, formerly known as Google Bard, is a large language model system that generates responses based on context, language and training data. Google claimed […]
03/08/2024
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By Laura Harris
Study finds direct correlation between increased screen time for toddlers and delays in language development
A recent study conducted by the Telethon Kids Institute in Australia has found a direct correlation between increased screen time for toddlers and delays in their language development. The study, which spanned two-and-a-half years and involved monitoring 220 Australian families, uncovered alarming insights into the potential impact of technology on the crucial early years of a […]
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