Agencies are on track with AI executive order deadlines, White House says
The White House has achieved all of the 90-day benchmarks set out in President Biden's executive order on artificial intelligence.
The completed actions focus on managing security risks, investing in innovation, and encouraging private sector participation in public sector regulatory efforts. [ more ]
Biden administration wades into AI's open source debate
The Biden Administration is addressing the controversy surrounding open source AI models and their impact on society's safety and security.
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) is responsible for studying this issue and making recommendations to the White House. [ more ]
Press Freedom Day: Why are journalists fleeing Pakistan? DW 05/03/2024
Journalists in Pakistan face security risks, financial struggles, and job dissatisfaction, leading to an exodus to North America and Europe for safety and stability. [ more ]
I was in despair': how lending a phone led to life savings being stolen
Be cautious about keeping sensitive financial information on your phone, especially in easily accessible places like mobile cases.
In case of theft or fraud, act promptly to protect your accounts by contacting the bank immediately and avoiding storing PINs and passwords on your devices. [ more ]
TikTok on the clock: What you need to know about US ban of social media platform | amNewYork
TikTok ban approved by Congress, awaiting President Biden's signature. Users may face challenges in the future if ByteDance fails to sell the company. [ more ]
Apple will open iPhone to alternative app stores and lower fees in EU to comply with regulations
Apple is making changes to its app store to comply with European regulations and give consumers more choice.
The changes include allowing iPhone users in Europe to switch to using alternative app stores and enabling developers to offer alternative payment systems. [ more ]