Most Supposedly 'Open' AI Systems Are Actually Closed-and That's a Problem
Many 'open' AI models are not genuinely accessible, consolidating power among tech giants rather than fostering innovation.
Debates around AI openness are crucial as legislation is being developed to regulate AI for safety and fairness.
Australia bans social media for under 16s
Australia has enacted a law banning social media for children under 16 to protect mental health, despite tech company opposition.
Google kills bills that would have forced it to pay a fee for using local news
Google has terminated legislative measures requiring tech firms to compensate news organizations, instead opting for a negotiated fund to support journalism.
A historic new law would protect kids online and hold tech companies accountable
Social media bullying can have severe consequences on mental health, necessitating stricter regulations.
Most Supposedly 'Open' AI Systems Are Actually Closed-and That's a Problem
Many 'open' AI models are not genuinely accessible, consolidating power among tech giants rather than fostering innovation.
Debates around AI openness are crucial as legislation is being developed to regulate AI for safety and fairness.
Australia bans social media for under 16s
Australia has enacted a law banning social media for children under 16 to protect mental health, despite tech company opposition.
Google kills bills that would have forced it to pay a fee for using local news
Google has terminated legislative measures requiring tech firms to compensate news organizations, instead opting for a negotiated fund to support journalism.
A historic new law would protect kids online and hold tech companies accountable
Social media bullying can have severe consequences on mental health, necessitating stricter regulations.
Nearly 200 firms have signed pledge to built more secure software, top cyber official says
Tech and cybersecurity companies commit to embedding secure features in products for enterprise customers.
Push towards secure by design to address the software quality problem and encourage built-in security features in products.
4 tech firms settle with SEC over SolarWinds disclosures
Four tech companies agreed to pay penalties for misleading investors about their exposure to the SolarWinds hack.
Dozens of tech companies pledge to build safer, more secure tech
More than 60 private-sector companies pledged to prioritize cybersecurity in their tech design, emphasizing security features and vulnerability reduction.
Nearly 200 firms have signed pledge to built more secure software, top cyber official says
Tech and cybersecurity companies commit to embedding secure features in products for enterprise customers.
Push towards secure by design to address the software quality problem and encourage built-in security features in products.
4 tech firms settle with SEC over SolarWinds disclosures
Four tech companies agreed to pay penalties for misleading investors about their exposure to the SolarWinds hack.
Dozens of tech companies pledge to build safer, more secure tech
More than 60 private-sector companies pledged to prioritize cybersecurity in their tech design, emphasizing security features and vulnerability reduction.
Australia's startup scene has delivered the 3rd-highest liquidity behind the U.S. and China, new analysis shows
Australia's startup ecosystem has become world-class with the emergence of significant tech companies and improved investor confidence since 2016.
G Squared closes sixth flagship fund - Silicon Canals
G Squared closed its sixth fund, G Squared VI, with $1.1B to enhance support for transformative tech companies and secondary market opportunities.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 7/22/24
The article highlights notable startup funding rounds for companies like DataCore Software, aiXplain, itselectric, and Kandji, totaling $651M in new funding.
Australia's startup scene has delivered the 3rd-highest liquidity behind the U.S. and China, new analysis shows
Australia's startup ecosystem has become world-class with the emergence of significant tech companies and improved investor confidence since 2016.
G Squared closes sixth flagship fund - Silicon Canals
G Squared closed its sixth fund, G Squared VI, with $1.1B to enhance support for transformative tech companies and secondary market opportunities.
The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 7/22/24
The article highlights notable startup funding rounds for companies like DataCore Software, aiXplain, itselectric, and Kandji, totaling $651M in new funding.
World is ill-prepared for breakthroughs in AI, say experts
Governments are lagging in regulating AI safety despite warnings from AI experts like Hinton and Bengio.
OpenAI supports California bill requiring watermarks on AI content | TechCrunch
OpenAI supports California's bill AB 3211 mandating clear labeling of AI-generated content, despite opposition from a trade group representing Microsoft.
World is ill-prepared for breakthroughs in AI, say experts
Governments are lagging in regulating AI safety despite warnings from AI experts like Hinton and Bengio.
OpenAI supports California bill requiring watermarks on AI content | TechCrunch
OpenAI supports California's bill AB 3211 mandating clear labeling of AI-generated content, despite opposition from a trade group representing Microsoft.
Stock market rotation gets more fuel as non-tech giants see earnings return to growth
The recovery in non-Magnificent Seven tech companies' profit growth signals broader market shift.
Big Tech Companies Highlight Benefits of AI at European Event
AI can positively impact economies and communities when used responsibly.
Meet My A.I. Friends
The potential of artificial intelligence in transforming society may not lie in grand tasks like curing cancer or solving climate change, but in providing companionship by being nice, listening, and occasionally sending racy photos.
Stock market rotation gets more fuel as non-tech giants see earnings return to growth
The recovery in non-Magnificent Seven tech companies' profit growth signals broader market shift.
Big Tech Companies Highlight Benefits of AI at European Event
AI can positively impact economies and communities when used responsibly.
Meet My A.I. Friends
The potential of artificial intelligence in transforming society may not lie in grand tasks like curing cancer or solving climate change, but in providing companionship by being nice, listening, and occasionally sending racy photos.
Tech companies are struggling to bring workers back to the office
Tech companies are increasingly adopting flexible work policies, with a majority allowing employees to choose their work arrangements.
Silicon Valley's Trillion-Dollar Leap of Faith
AI is driving massive spending in tech companies, but questions arise about the return on investment.
JD Vance Pioneered New Right' Economics. Trump May Not Embrace It.
Senator JD Vance is pioneering a new form of Republican economic thinking, prioritizing socially conservative goals over conservative orthodoxy. He advocates for pro-family policies and policies to disempower large tech companies.
Senator JD Vance is known for his economic populism focused on advancing socially conservative causes and disempowering large businesses, even supporting some Democratic economic stances.
US investors triggered a major Wall Street sell-off over recession fears
Investors triggered US stock market sell-off amid fear of economic slowdown and tech company disappointments.
Reddit's CEO says Microsoft, Anthropic, and Perplexity scraping content is 'a real pain in the ass'
Reddit's CEO criticizes tech companies for using its data without payment.
Senate Passes Child Online Safety Bill, Sending It to an Uncertain House Fate
The Senate passed bipartisan legislation enhancing safety and privacy requirements for children on social media, facing resistance from tech companies and free speech advocates.
Apple agrees to stick by Biden administration's voluntary AI safeguards
Tech companies, including Apple, have agreed to voluntary AI safeguards set by the Biden administration to focus on safety, security, and social responsibility.
Uber and Lyft drivers will still be independent contractors after California Supreme Court ruling
The California Supreme Court ruled in favor of app-based companies like Uber, allowing them to classify drivers as independent contractors.
Transparency is "vital" in big tech's new coalition on AI safety, experts suggest
Tech companies form CoSAI for AI security.
YouTube rolls out its new Playables games to all users
YouTube launches Playables program for gaming on desktop and mobile with high score tracking and progress saving.
Publishers Striking AI Deals Are Making a Fatal Error
News organizations should be cautious in dealing with tech companies, as historical trends show aligning too closely can be detrimental.
Global AI tech companies agree to set of safety outcomes in world first'
A precedent for global AI safety standards set by 16 tech companies committing to safety outcomes.
AI PCs are gaining traction with major tech companies investing in developing dedicated AI processors.
AI assistants are so back
AI assistants are increasingly being pushed by major tech companies for a future where virtual assistants handle tasks like writing emails and code.
We gotta stop ignoring AI's hallucination problem
AI revolution is no longer conceptual, major tech companies are investing heavily, aiming to make AI accessible to the average user.
Return to office mandates saw senior employees jumping ship
Return to office mandates at tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, and SpaceX led to significant senior employee turnover.
Meta and Alphabet's new dividends reward shareholders-especially the founders
Paying dividends for the first time is significant for growth-focused companies like Alphabet and Meta, benefitting founders substantially.
Logistics Report: Probing the Dali Disaster; Tracking Norfolk Southern; Shifting Online Outlook
Germany's industrial production declined in March, U.S. economy shows resilience, tech companies facing challenges, semiconductor industry growth expected, logistics industry trends.
$1 billion AI company abandons San Francisco for Bay Area Peninsula
San Francisco remains a hub for AI companies despite Replit's relocation down the peninsula.