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Privacy professionals
A Face Recognition Firm That Scans Faces for Bars Got Hacked-and That's Just the Start
Privacy concerns escalate with the breach of data tied to a facial recognition system in Australia, emphasizing risks of widespread AI-powered surveillance. [ more ]
Outabox, an Australian firm that scanned faces for bars and clubs, suffered a #databreach that shows the problems with giving companies your bio-metric data.

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The Verge
6 days ago
Artificial intelligence
Microsoft says it did a lot for responsible AI in inaugural transparency report
Microsoft highlights responsible AI accomplishments in 2023. [ more ]
RT @SpirosMargaris: Microsoft says it did a lot for #ResponsibleAI

in inaugural #TransparencyReport

https://t.co/cpi04vrD4B #fintech #A…
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Microsoft says it did a lot for #ResponsibleAI

in inaugural #TransparencyReport

https://t.co/cpi04vrD4B #fintech #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #GenerativeAI #GenAI @microsoft @miyadavid @Verge
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www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence
Friends From the Old Neighborhood Turn Rivals in Big Tech's A.I. Race
Mustafa Suleyman and Demis Hassabis, childhood friends turned tech executives, have taken different paths in the artificial intelligence industry, showcasing a unique and personal journey. [ more ]
RT @SpirosMargaris: Friends From the Old Neighborhood

Turn #Rivals in #BigTech’s #AI Race

https://t.co/Yy1rlBtlup #fintech #ArtificialIn…
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New York Times @nytimes: Friends From the Old Neighborhood Turn Rivals in Big Tech's A.I. Race - The New York Times. #MachineLearning #aiact #AI https://t.co/yJTui7S64y
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Looking forward to my conversation about #OurFragileMoment with @SarahEverts TODAY (Saturday May 4) at 4:30pm ET at the Ottawa @WritersFest-- book signing to follow (courtesy of @PerfectBooksOtt). Please make it out if you can! ????
https://t.co/ejumeACLue
Ottawa International Writers Festival
5 days ago
OMG science

Our Fragile Moment

Understanding Earth's climatic past to shape the future in the present.
Humans thrived due to specific climatic conditions but are now threatened by climate change. [ more ]
Want to learn how #XR & immersive tech is powered by the interplay of sensors, data, algorithms & more? Curious how these relationships introduce unique #privacy & #dataprotection risks? Read our infographic to learn more! https://t.co/f0zaO8nbw1
Future of Privacy Forum
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

New Infographic Highlights XR Technology Data Flows and Privacy Risks - Future of Privacy Forum

Businesses developing XR technologies need to consider privacy and data protection risks.
FPF released an infographic visualizing XR data flows and highlighting potential risks. [ more ]
Financial Times @ft: Meta's Profits More Than Double, While Spending on A.I. Rises - The New York Times. #robotics #ArtificialIntelligence #aistrategy https://t.co/GQ4ages7yX
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta's Profits More Than Double, While Spending on A.I. Rises

Meta reported a significant increase in revenue and profit in the first quarter and plans to increase spending on infrastructure for artificial intelligence. [ more ]
Join our Privacy #BookClub📚! Sign up to get informed on upcoming Book Talks hosted by FPF CEO
@JulesPolonetsky on #LinkedInLive and read a wide range of books on data, ethics, and other important data relevant issues. Join here: https://t.co/xHEp1QFeX7.
Future of Privacy Forum
6 months ago
Books

Data Privacy Book Club

The FPF Privacy Book Club allows members to read a wide range of books on privacy and data issues.
To participate in the book club's virtual discussions, sign up for their mailing list.
Contact [email protected] for more information or to suggest future readings. [ more ]
VIDEO: Walmart using artificial intelligence to streamline organization: Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Pricing, Customer Service, Fraud Detection... #Walmartartificialintelligence #artificialintelligence #Walmart
https://t.co/5HCL8mpYXV
Supply Chain Today - Homepage
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Walmart using AI to streamline organization. -

AI helps Walmart in inventory management, supply chain optimization, pricing, customer service, and fraud detection.
Walmart uses AI for tracking inventory levels, optimizing delivery routes, setting prices, and developing personalized recommendations. [ more ]
The 49ers will look to add talented offensive lineman in this week's NFL draft.

@jenniferleechan identifies four prospects San Francisco could consider in the first two rounds

https://t.co/FMCGeTOtha
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

Four best 49ers offensive lineman fits in Rounds 1, 2 of NFL draft

The 49ers plan to maintain their offensive line personnel but are exploring new talents in the 2024 NFL Draft to enhance competition and succession planning. [ more ]
VIDEO: Nvidia GROOT vs. Tesla Optimus: Competing Paths to Humanoid Robots
https://t.co/MvYyxDSIYk
Supply Chain Today - Homepage
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Nvidia GROOT vs. Tesla Optimus: Competing Paths to Humanoid Robots -

Nvidia GROOT and Tesla Optimus differ in their approaches to humanoid robots: foundational elements vs. in-house development.
Competition between Nvidia and Tesla in humanoid robotics field may benefit overall industry growth. [ more ]
Terique Owens agreed to terms with the #49ers as a UDFA. Perhaps you’ve heard of his dad. This is what I wrote about Terique a couple weeks ago when he attended the 49ers’ local pro day inside Levi’s Stadium. https://t.co/6u33NySBkR
NBC Sports Bay Area & California
3 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

Terique Owens looking for NFL opportunity to follow dad's footsteps

Terique Owens, son of Terrell Owens, pursued football late but with potential, showcased at 49ers' local pro day. Inspires pursuing dreams despite initial reluctance. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: Pulitzer Prizes in journalism awarded to The New York Times, The Washington Post, AP and others. #aiact #industry40 #MachineLearning https://t.co/4ZqPqVwslT
Boston.com
2 days ago
US news

Pulitzer Prizes in journalism awarded to The New York Times, The Washington Post, AP and others

The Pulitzer Prizes honored journalism and arts in 2023, with The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Associated Press winning multiple awards. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: Danger and opportunity for news industry as AI woos it for vital human-written copy. #MachineLearning #AI #aistrategy https://t.co/BZbwgsIXAy
www.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Danger and opportunity for news industry as AI woos it for vital human-written copy

Accurate and reliable data is crucial for AI development, including using copyrighted materials for training AI models. [ more ]
Tesla Optimus and Amazon Digit are two of the leading humanoid robots making waves in the AI world. https://t.co/19dJ8SACAB
Supply Chain Today - Homepage
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Tesla Optimus VS Amazon Digit (Significant Upgrades). -

Optimus and Digit are leading humanoid robots with recent upgrades, offering different strengths in weight, strength, mobility, and functionality. [ more ]
Financial Times @ft: The Financial Times deal with OpenAI highlights an uneasy future for both media and tech. #aiforgood #aistrategy #industry40 https://t.co/BlEHJmAyDH
Fast Company
1 week ago
Data science

The Financial Times deal with OpenAI highlights an uneasy future for both media and tech

Media outlets like Financial Times are licensing journalistic content to tech firms like OpenAI for training data, offering hope amidst challenging times. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: AI startups face a rough financial reality check | The Seattle Times. #AI #aiact #industry40 https://t.co/4acvLpMpiI
The Seattle Times
3 days ago
Tech industry

AI startups face a rough financial reality check

AI startups are facing financial pressure and struggling to turn profits, particularly in generative AI development. [ more ]
Randy Travis gets his voice back

in a new #Warner #AI #music experiment

https://t.co/zEUsUhNkP4 @Verge @blunderchief #fintech #creativity #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #GenerativeAI #GenAI @randytravis @warnermusicnash @JamesDupre
The Verge
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Randy Travis gets his voice back in a new Warner AI music experiment

AI technology used to create new music from Randy Travis' vocals post-stroke, signaling potential for AI in music creation. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: Judge Grills U.S. and Google on Antitrust Claims - The New York Times. #AI #aiact #ArtificialIntelligence https://t.co/HOG0nO4fZg
www.nytimes.com
6 days ago
Tech industry

Judge Grills U.S. and Google on Antitrust Claims

Judge's scrutiny of both sides' cases in landmark antitrust challenge to Google could reshape the tech industry. [ more ]
Financial Times @ft: Wayve, an A.I. Start-Up for Autonomous Driving, Raises $1 Billion - The New York Times. #GenAI #aiact #industry40 https://t.co/z3wLwXTkvk
www.nytimes.com
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Wayve, an A.I. Start-Up for Autonomous Driving, Raises $1 Billion

Investor optimism in A.I.'s potential to reshape industries is evident through Wayve's $1 billion funding led by SoftBank, Microsoft, and Nvidia. [ more ]
Financial Times @ft: Microsoft taps Sanctuary AI for general-purpose robot research - TechCrunch. #GenAI #robotics #aiact https://t.co/va2XqdqcX0
TechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft taps Sanctuary AI for general-purpose robot research | TechCrunch

Microsoft is investing in general-purpose robotics AI, collaborating with Sanctuary AI for advancement in artificial general intelligence. [ more ]
Quantum Computing: The Next Revolution.
Quantum computings ability to solve problems that are intractable for classical computers has the potential to revolutionize many industries and change everything. #quantumcomputing #superintelligence
https://t.co/0Sircvqndr
Supply Chain Today - Homepage
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Quantum Computing: The Next Revolution. -

Unprecedented problem-solving capabilities
Increased efficiency and performance
Unleashing the potential of artificial intelligence [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: Thousands Believe Covid Vaccines Harmed Them. Is Anyone Listening? - The New York Times. #aistrategy #MachineLearning #industry40 https://t.co/iQiIqi63VS
www.nytimes.com
6 days ago
Health

Thousands Believe Covid Vaccines Harmed Them. Is Anyone Listening?

Covid-19 vaccines, while crucial for preventing hospitalizations and deaths, can also result in rare but serious side effects, leading to significant long-term consequences for some individuals. [ more ]
Microsoft needs some time

to ‘refine’ updates for #Copilot #AI in Windows

https://t.co/kQqHsbccWH #fintech #ArtificialIntelligence #Microsoft #MachineLearning #GenerativeAI #GenAI @rjcc @verge
The Verge
5 days ago
Tech industry

Microsoft needs some time to 'refine' updates for Copilot AI in Windows

Microsoft pauses rollout of Copilot features in Windows 11 for refinements based on user feedback. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: Tensions Rise in Silicon Valley Over Sales of Start-Up Stocks - The New York Times. #aiact #aistrategy #industry40 https://t.co/4WPImny8ne
www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
European startups

Tensions Rise in Silicon Valley Over Sales of Start-Up Stocks

Sohail Prasad's Destiny Tech100 fund aimed to provide access to hot tech start-ups' shares, facing scrutiny and debate over private company stock market accessibility. [ more ]
RT @SpirosMargaris: Apple’s #AI strategy is shrouded in mystery.

#TimCook says hold your horses

https://t.co/P6C2AcE0rQ #fintech #Apple…
Quartz
6 days ago
Tech industry

Apple's AI strategy is shrouded in mystery. Tim Cook says hold your horses

Apple CEO Tim Cook avoided detailed questions on AI strategy but hinted at key opportunities and upcoming announcements, causing speculation and competition comparison. [ more ]
ChatGPT’s ‘hallucination’ problem hit with another privacy complaint in EU https://t.co/5rrsMiBQkC
TechCrunch
1 week ago
EU data protection

ChatGPT's 'hallucination' problem hit with another privacy complaint in EU | TechCrunch

OpenAI is facing a privacy complaint in the EU for its AI chatbot's inability to correct misinformation. [ more ]
Read Satya Nadella’s Microsoft memo on putting security first.

Security is now Microsoft’s “top priority.” https://t.co/k8EbSfLGWQ
The Verge
5 days ago
Information security

Read Satya Nadella's Microsoft memo on putting security first

Prioritize security above all else for the company's success, with a focus on the Secure Future Initiative (SFI) principles. [ more ]
Buying a new car in 2024 is a goddamn privacy nightmare, part 3591 of an endless series:

https://t.co/4634CQvIid
Sherwood News
23 hours ago
Cars

How to opt out of the privacy nightmare that comes with new Hondas

Companies collect excessive personal data through cars, selling it to third parties with unclear privacy policies, risking misuse and privacy breaches. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: China's Electric Cars Keep Improving, a Worry for Rivals Elsewhere - The New York Times. #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #aiact https://t.co/2TkRM00fhi
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Cars

China's Electric Cars Keep Improving, a Worry for Rivals Elsewhere

Chinese automakers are introducing advanced electric cars to global markets, emphasizing technological improvements for customer appeal and international competitiveness. [ more ]
The #teens making #friends

with #AI #chatbots

https://t.co/YT7uZ4Wljv #fintech #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #GenerativeAI @Verge
The Verge
5 days ago
Digital life

The teens making friends with AI chatbots

AI chatbots like Psychologist from Character.AI provide support and comfort to users, especially teenagers facing loneliness and isolation. [ more ]
Financial Times @ft: Sam's Club's AI-powered exit tech reaches 20% of stores | TechCrunch. #aiforgood #MachineLearning #robotics https://t.co/8DgPKfnZmp
TechCrunch
1 week ago
Tech industry

Sam's Club's AI-powered exit tech reaches 20% of stores | TechCrunch

Sam's Club uses AI for checkout-free technology to speed up exits, contrasting Amazon's shift from AI-powered checkout-free tech. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: A FAFSA Fiasco Has Students Still Asking: Which College Can They Afford?. #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #aistrategy https://t.co/6gxmYgPSFH
www.nytimes.com
4 days ago
Education

A FAFSA Fiasco Has Students Still Asking: Which College Can They Afford?

College-bound seniors face uncertainty due to FAFSA application issues. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: In Race to Build A.I., Tech Plans a Big Plumbing Upgrade - The New York Times. #industry40 #ArtificialIntelligence #AI https://t.co/kTmrrRJ5QY
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

In Race to Build A.I., Tech Plans a Big Plumbing Upgrade

2024 is focused on A.I. plumbing, with huge investments in data centers and infrastructure to support the A.I. boom. [ more ]
“Jill Price has remembered every day of her life since she was fourteen years old. ‘Starting on February 5, 1980, I remember everything,’ she said in an interview.”

Online today, an essay by @egabbert. https://t.co/FQuZY69se1
The Paris Review
1 day ago
Writing

Second Selves - The Paris Review

Individuals with hyperthymesia have near-perfect recall for dates and can remember specific details of any day in their conscious lifetimes. [ more ]
“Poets have always known how inadequate language is. The speaker of this poem knows it well.”

Sara Nicholson on Alice Notley for our web series on the poet, whose interview appears in our Spring issue.
https://t.co/eLx3VKn4Ej
The Paris Review
1 week ago
Writing

Between the World and the Universe, a Woman Is Thinking - The Paris Review

Poetry struggles with capturing profound essence beyond language. [ more ]
An FPF & @ACTSAutoSafety 2023 survey found that 39% of people prefer that their data be kept anonymous and not linked to individual drivers as a "must-have" in technology that passively detects alcohol levels. Read FPF's report for more. ???? https://t.co/WF1dizSov1
Future of Privacy Forum
1 month ago
EU data protection

New Report Explores Privacy Implications of Driver Safety Systems - Future of Privacy Forum

Safeguarding driver privacy is crucial for acceptance of new safety technology in vehicles.
FPF's report provides core recommendations and insights on privacy implications of vehicle safety systems. [ more ]
NO BIG WHOOP, GIRLFRIEND. (we do not deserve Maya Rudolph, we are peasants and she is a queen, more on this in my #Loot recap below!) https://t.co/jW3xi8eimR
Vulture
1 week ago
Books

Loot Recap: Top Model

Physical comedy by Maya Rudolph is unparalleled in the latest episode of 'Loot' on Apple TV+ [ more ]
In their first Scarlet zine, Alice Notley and Douglas Oliver introduced their column, Dream Gossip. After publishing our Art of Poetry interview with Notley in our Spring issue, we felt it was only right to revive the column. This week only, Dream Gossip:

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The Paris Review
5 days ago
Writing

Dream Gossip - The Paris Review

Dream Gossip column reviving dream-sharing offers insight into the night world. [ more ]
Interested in learning and designing for cognitive accessibility? I put together a list of resources and guidelines to understand and design for Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, ADHD, and Autism.
https://t.co/bz6CzAPT1K
https://t.co/bz6CzAPT1K
Stephanie Walter - Senior UX Designer, Mobile Expert, Conference Speaker, Blog writer and Teacher.
2 weeks ago
UX design

Neurodiversity and UX: Essential Resources for Cognitive Accessibility by Stephanie Walter - UX Researcher & Designer.

Designing for neurodiversity requires an inclusive approach, particularly considering cognitive disabilities like dyslexia, dyscalculia, autism, and ADHD. [ more ]
“I read in order to write. I read out of obsession with writing.” —Cynthia Ozick https://t.co/kqvzbSbxgQ
The Paris Review
4 months ago
Books

The Art of Fiction No. 95

Louise Glück, Nobel Prize-winning poet, visited Claremont McKenna College in Southern California and drove with the author for a six-hour road trip.
During the trip, Glück shared stories about her girlhood, anorexia, and her love for food. [ more ]
Financial Times @ft: Anthropic launches new iPhone app and premium plan for businesses - TechCrunch. #robotics #AI #aiact https://t.co/25fo44kwGT
TechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Anthropic launches a new premium plan aimed at businesses | TechCrunch

Anthropic, one of the world's best-funded generative AI startups with $7.6 billion in the bank, is launching a new paid plan aimed at enterprises, including those in highly regulated industries like healthcare, finance and legal.
Did you know? Popular consumer apps like #Venmo and #PayPal are considered part of the #OpenBanking ecosystem? Our infographic provides critical insights into Open Banking and its role in people’s financial interactions. ???? https://t.co/EfzHXqmVsl
Future of Privacy Forum
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

FPF Releases Infographic to Explore Implications of Open Banking Data Flows and Security for Individuals - Future of Privacy Forum

Open banking involves customer-permissioned data transfers between organizations, enabling new products and services.
The US open banking ecosystem can be confusing for customers and organizations due to unclear roles, responsibilities, and consent rules. [ more ]
"The speaker is a kind of Keats-bot, perhaps. Our bots, ourselves."

Maureen N. McLane discusses her poem in our spring issue, for our "Making of a Poem" series.

https://t.co/to7fDQ8GZC
The Paris Review
1 week ago
Writing

Making of a Poem: Maureen N. McLane on "Haptographic Interface" - The Paris Review

Poem "Haptographic Interface" inspired by conference on Writing Practice, Andrew Bennett's talk on Keats, and haptographics technology, exploring poetry's aim and the sensorium. [ more ]
RT @MichaelEMann: Whole lot of "coping" going on in denialville...
https://t.co/ZQMIl76wJZ
www.cbc.ca
1 week ago
OMG science

Canadian writer Mark Steyn ordered to pay climate scientist $1M US after defamation trial | CBC News

Climate scientist Michael Mann awarded $1 million in lawsuit against writers for defamation over comparing him to a convicted child molester. [ more ]
49ers' depth chart: Where new rookies fit into the mix behind top-level stars https://t.co/svb2spjANs
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
San Francisco 49ers

49ers' depth chart: Where new rookies fit into the mix behind top-level stars

Purdy's record season alleviates backup concerns. Mitchell and Guerendo could be key in the RB position. Aiyuk/Samuel retained due to budget, potential reshuffle with Pearsall. Kittle's consistency often overlooks No.2 TE hunt. [ more ]
“When I see the rough drafts of certain of my writer friends, where everything is revised, everything’s changed, moved around, and there are arrows all over the place . . . no no no.” —Julio Cortazar https://t.co/S56Je4D7uU
The Paris Review
2 months ago
Books

The Art of Fiction No. 83

Julio Cortázar is considered one of Latin America's greatest writers.
Cortázar's return to his home country of Argentina was met with a hero's welcome. [ more ]
New York Times @nytimes: Wall Street's Patience for a Costly A.I. Arms Race Is Waning - The New York Times. #aistrategy #aiact #MachineLearning https://t.co/mRyzgqGKXj
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Wall Street's Patience for a Costly A.I. Arms Race Is Waning

Investors are worried about Meta's hefty costs on artificial intelligence, impacting its market value. [ more ]
Why Dominick Puni and Renardo Green? 49ers love both draftees’ versatility https://t.co/n3ViqCVrtn
The Athletic
1 week ago
San Francisco 49ers

Why Dominick Puni and Renardo Green? 49ers love both draftees' versatility

The San Francisco 49ers selected Dominick Puni, an offensive lineman, in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft to address their pass protection issues. [ more ]
“The intensification of the Israeli military assaults on Palestinians in the past few months has seen the destruction of almost every library in Gaza, and the burning of thousands of books.”

Online today, a lecture by Adania Shibli. https://t.co/wDuNizpV0T
The Paris Review
20 hours ago
Books

Book as Enemy - The Paris Review

Literature is not reality; fiction should be evaluated separately from real-world implications such as smoking bans. [ more ]
#IYCMI: FPF's age assurance infographic analyzes the risks and potential harms associated with attempting to discern someone’s age online, as well as potential mitigation tools. Download our full analysis! ???? https://t.co/vFBObzSXQz
Future of Privacy Forum
6 months ago
Privacy professionals

New FPF Infographic Analyzes Age Assurance Technology & Privacy Tradeoffs

FPF released an infographic analyzing the risks and tradeoffs of age assurance technologies
Age declaration offers the lowest privacy risks but also the lowest accuracy
Age estimation methods can be effective, but less accurate within narrow age ranges
Age verification with government ID and biometrics provides the highest level of certainty [ more ]
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