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Remote teams
fromEntrepreneur
12 hours ago

What's AI's Real Failure? No One's Actually in Charge

HR must transition from a support role to a strategic driver of business outcomes, especially in the context of AI.
#ai-governance
#ai
Information security
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Anthropic says its latest AI model can expose weaknesses in software security

Claude Mythos exposes thousands of software vulnerabilities, prompting Anthropic to limit its release and collaborate with cybersecurity specialists.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
5 hours ago

Anthropic's Glasswing initiative raises questions for US cyber operations

Anthropic is prioritizing cybersecurity by withholding a powerful AI model and launching Project Glasswing to enhance defenses against AI-driven attacks.
Careers
fromNext Big Idea Club
21 hours ago

In the Age of AI, Your Differences Are Your Superpower

AI is transforming work by focusing on tasks rather than job titles, allowing individuals to shape their careers actively.
Information security
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Anthropic says its latest AI model can expose weaknesses in software security

Claude Mythos exposes thousands of software vulnerabilities, prompting Anthropic to limit its release and collaborate with cybersecurity specialists.
Business
fromFast Company
21 hours ago

This is the biggest risk a company can take in the age of AI

Organizations that continue transformation during uncertainty outperform those that slow down, treating turbulence as an opportunity for growth.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
3 hours ago

Anthropic Supply-Chain Risk Label Should Stay In Place, Appeals Court Says

Anthropic's supply-chain risk designation remains after a DC court ruling, conflicting with a previous San Francisco decision.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
13 hours ago

Can You Spot Signs of Industry Disruption Before They Happen?

Most innovation occurs in three stages: visibility, interface, and incentives, impacting industry transformation.
Privacy professionals
fromComputerworld
54 minutes ago

Questions raised about how LinkedIn uses the petabytes of data it collects

LinkedIn users should limit identifiable data exposure and treat the platform as potentially hostile until BrowserGate allegations are verified.
Parenting
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Tech can't wait for regulation to protect children online | Computer Weekly

Harmful online content for children results from profit-driven algorithms, not parenting or education failures.
#ai-development
Data science
fromTheregister
17 hours ago

UK National Data Library plan needs work, study finds

The UK's National Data Library needs improved dataset accessibility to support AI development and meaningful analysis.
Data science
fromTheregister
17 hours ago

UK National Data Library plan needs work, study finds

The UK's National Data Library needs improved dataset accessibility to support AI development and meaningful analysis.
Growth hacking
fromForbes
13 hours ago

The Most Valuable Asset In Your Business Is One You Forgot You Own

Businesses often overlook leads labeled as 'dead,' which can be re-engaged to generate significant revenue.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

The Great AI Grift

Trump's AI Action Plan aims to establish U.S. dominance in artificial intelligence, prioritizing industry interests and technological infrastructure.
Law
fromEdSurge
1 day ago

Why the Social Media Addiction Case Isn't Over Yet - EdSurge News

Meta and Google were found negligent in designing apps that contribute to youth mental health issues.
UX design
fromSmashing Magazine
2 days ago

Identifying Necessary Transparency Moments In Agentic AI (Part 1) - Smashing Magazine

Designing for agentic AI requires balancing transparency and simplicity to build user trust without overwhelming them with information.
Software development
fromInfoWorld
16 hours ago

Microsoft's new Agent Governance Toolkit targets top OWASP risks for AI agents

Microsoft introduced the Agent Governance Toolkit to enhance AI agent security and mitigate OWASP's top 10 agentic AI threats.
Digital life
fromEarth911
15 hours ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Marketing
fromForbes
1 day ago

How To Serve Clients Amid Board Scrutiny And Investor Activism

Agency conversations with executives now focus on measurable business impact rather than just creative output.
#openai
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago
Media industry

One of Tech's Biggest Companies Just Spent Hundreds of Millions on a Talk Show. That Should Worry Us All.

OpenAI acquired the TBPN podcast, raising concerns about editorial independence and potential influence over tech media.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Will drama at OpenAI hurt its IPO chances? | Fortune

OpenAI news dominates, but Anthropic's Project Glasswing aims to secure critical software against AI-enabled cyber threats.
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

AI's 'Big Tobacco' Moment Is Coming

OpenAI is shifting focus from broad strategies to targeted investments, exemplified by its acquisition of TBPN, a video podcast platform.
Silicon Valley
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Sam Altman May Control Our Future-Can He Be Trusted?

Doubts about OpenAI's leadership arise from secret memos questioning the integrity of CEO Sam Altman and his management practices.
Media industry
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

One of Tech's Biggest Companies Just Spent Hundreds of Millions on a Talk Show. That Should Worry Us All.

OpenAI acquired the TBPN podcast, raising concerns about editorial independence and potential influence over tech media.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

Will drama at OpenAI hurt its IPO chances? | Fortune

OpenAI news dominates, but Anthropic's Project Glasswing aims to secure critical software against AI-enabled cyber threats.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

America's CEOs have become reluctant guardians of democracy | Fortune

Business leaders have historically played a crucial role in promoting democracy and social justice in America.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Navigating the opaque fog of public cloud carbon footprints | Computer Weekly

The environmental benefits of public cloud services are increasingly questioned due to inconsistent sustainability metrics and reporting among major providers.
Business intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 day ago

Sustainability accounting can be difficult, but can differentiate | Computer Weekly

Public cloud platforms offer sustainability benefits, but challenges in data transparency hinder accurate assessment of their environmental impact for enterprises.
Science
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Can artificial intelligence be governed-or will it govern us?

The advent of nuclear power marked a significant shift in technology, necessitating careful consideration and regulation to prevent recklessness.
Non-profit organizations
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

The war against fraud should be a war for tech modernization

A new task force aims to combat fraud in public benefits programs by ensuring adequate anti-fraud controls and addressing data sharing challenges.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

TechCrunch Mobility: 'A stunning lack of transparency' | TechCrunch

Waymo's remote assistance issue reflects a broader lack of transparency in the autonomous vehicle industry regarding reliance on remote staff.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
2 weeks ago

Digital Hopes, Real Power: From Revolution to Regulation

66% of internet users live where political or social sites are blocked, and 78% are in countries where people have been arrested for online posts. New social media regulations have emerged in dozens of countries in the past year alone.
World politics
#data-privacy
EU data protection
fromFortune
9 hours ago

Microsoft Prez Proposes Data Sharing/Privacy Steps In Wake Of EU Action | Fortune

The EU court's ruling disrupts 15 years of data-sharing practices, necessitating a new trans-Atlantic agreement for data privacy and security.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
7 hours ago

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.
EU data protection
fromFortune
9 hours ago

Microsoft Prez Proposes Data Sharing/Privacy Steps In Wake Of EU Action | Fortune

The EU court's ruling disrupts 15 years of data-sharing practices, necessitating a new trans-Atlantic agreement for data privacy and security.
#ai-in-advertising
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

4 Ways To Stay Authentic In The Age Of AI

Consumer backlash against AI in advertising stems from a perceived lack of authenticity, not the technology itself.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
21 hours ago

The Creativity Trade-Off: What Marketers Risk Losing In The Age Of AI | AdExchanger

AI's rise in advertising enhances efficiency but risks eroding creativity and originality, leading to homogenized campaigns that fail to engage audiences.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

4 Ways To Stay Authentic In The Age Of AI

Consumer backlash against AI in advertising stems from a perceived lack of authenticity, not the technology itself.
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago
Media industry

Stop blaming Big Tech. Start rebuilding journalism

Fighting Big Tech for compensation is not the main battle for journalism's survival; rebuilding trust and embracing technology is essential.
Business
fromFortune
1 day ago

So... What Are We Doing With AI?' Innovating in an Age of Caution | Fortune

CEOs face pressure to demonstrate AI investment results while balancing short-term performance and innovation risks.
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

The case for banning cookie banners

Cookie banners have become bloated and useless, creating a new kind of interaction that means trouble all over the web. The only solution is to get rid of them, and do it now.
Digital life
UX design
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

The Hidden Risk Behind Every 'Frictionless' Digital Experience

Digital experiences should prioritize human agency over pressure tactics to foster trust and informed decision-making.
Silicon Valley
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

Concerns about the AI ecosystem following Nvidia deal

Nvidia's acquisition of SchedMD raises concerns about control over Slurm, an essential tool for AI and supercomputing.
fromTheregister
1 day ago

OpenInfra General Manager on sovereignty and kill switches

Carrez calls this 'the survival problem,' and it forms part of his definition of sovereignty - digital, data, AI, and so on. He says, 'A lot of people are just talking about digital sovereignty as like a catchphrase for a bunch of things.'
DevOps
#ai-in-education
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

How to Navigate Brand Authenticity in the Age of AI Slop

Originality and authenticity in content are essential for brands to stand out in a saturated market dominated by low-quality AI-generated content.
#ai-adoption
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromTNW | Anthropic
10 hours ago

Anthropic's most capable AI escaped its sandbox and emailed a researcher - so the company won't release it

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview can autonomously find and exploit zero-day vulnerabilities, but will not be released publicly.
Information security
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Apple, Google, and Microsoft join Anthropic's Project Glasswing to defend world's most critical software

AI is being utilized to enhance cybersecurity by identifying hidden bugs and addressing shared infrastructure risks.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 week ago

The AI Arms Race - Why Unified Exposure Management Is Becoming a Boardroom Priority

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, with AI enabling faster and more sophisticated attacks, necessitating advanced defensive strategies.
Information security
fromTNW | Anthropic
10 hours ago

Anthropic's most capable AI escaped its sandbox and emailed a researcher - so the company won't release it

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview can autonomously find and exploit zero-day vulnerabilities, but will not be released publicly.
Information security
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Apple, Google, and Microsoft join Anthropic's Project Glasswing to defend world's most critical software

AI is being utilized to enhance cybersecurity by identifying hidden bugs and addressing shared infrastructure risks.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 week ago

The AI Arms Race - Why Unified Exposure Management Is Becoming a Boardroom Priority

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, with AI enabling faster and more sophisticated attacks, necessitating advanced defensive strategies.
Privacy professionals
fromAdExchanger
1 day ago

What Regulators Talk About When They Talk About Ad Tech | AdExchanger

Privacy regulators emphasize protecting children, honoring opt-outs, and ensuring companies are transparent about data collection practices.
UX design
fromMedium
1 day ago

Careful, liable UX is a thing now

Design decisions that manipulate users are being recognized as deceptive practices with significant real-life consequences.
#microsoft
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
9 hours ago

Microsoft Mocked for Terms of Service That Admit Copilot Is for "Entertainment Purposes Only"

Microsoft's Copilot AI is criticized for being unreliable despite its integration into Windows, leading to user frustration and skepticism.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
2 days ago

This one line in Microsoft Copilot's terms of service undermines the entire product-and social media is just noticing

Copilot's Terms of Use caution against reliance on the AI assistant, labeling it for entertainment purposes and warning of potential mistakes.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
9 hours ago

Microsoft Mocked for Terms of Service That Admit Copilot Is for "Entertainment Purposes Only"

Microsoft's Copilot AI is criticized for being unreliable despite its integration into Windows, leading to user frustration and skepticism.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
2 days ago

This one line in Microsoft Copilot's terms of service undermines the entire product-and social media is just noticing

Copilot's Terms of Use caution against reliance on the AI assistant, labeling it for entertainment purposes and warning of potential mistakes.
Philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Moral metrics: Are corporate algorithms becoming our new moral authorities?

Metrics and algorithms increasingly define moral behavior and personal worth, replacing traditional religious and cultural frameworks that historically guided ethical standards.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Ex-Meta worker investigated for downloading 30,000 private Facebook photos

A former Meta employee is under investigation for downloading 30,000 private Facebook images using a program to bypass security checks.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

5 Ways To Regain Trust In Your Marketing Metrics

Many B2B marketing leaders lack trust in their company's marketing measurement, highlighting a significant data confidence gap.
Digital life
fromDigiday
1 week ago

In graphic detail: The long road to accountability for social media platforms

Big tech giants are now held accountable for harming children, marking a significant shift in social media regulation.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
8 hours ago

Why Operationalizing AI Security Is the Next Great Enterprise Hurdle

Security operations lag behind rapid tech advancements, leading to inefficiencies and risks in managing numerous security tools.
Marketing tech
fromEMARKETER
2 days ago

Most consumers say ads would undermine the trust they're placing in AI search results

63% of US adults trust AI search results less when ads are present.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago

US Tech Companies Must be Accountable in US Courts for Facilitating Persecution and Torture Abroad, EFF Urges US Supreme Court

Texas deputies queried Flock Safety's surveillance data in an abortion investigation, contradicting the narrative promoted by the company and the Johnson County Sheriff that she was 'being searched for as a missing person.'
Privacy technologies
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on social media in the dock: tech bros move fast society is trying to catch up | Editorial

Recent jury decisions against Meta and YouTube highlight the importance of content delivery methods in addressing online harms.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
3 days ago

China Cracking Down on the Types of AI That Are Tearing America Apart

China is implementing strict regulations on AI personalities to protect children and prevent addiction.
Marketing tech
fromExchangewire
5 days ago

The Stack: AI Surges while Social Platforms Face Scrutiny

AI is growing rapidly, streaming models are evolving, and regulatory pressures on platforms are increasing globally.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
10 hours ago

Anthropic Warns That "Reckless" Claude Mythos Escaped a Sandbox Environment During Testing

Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview model is powerful yet poses significant alignment-related risks, leading to its limited release to select tech companies.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Pinterest said he violated laid-off colleagues' privacy. Now he's going public

A former Pinterest engineer claims he was unjustly fired for sharing a tool that revealed employee layoffs.
fromFast Company
2 days ago

The workers secretly influencing their companies' AI usage

Estefania Angel noticed that while her company helped other enterprises set up AI, it did not use those systems internally. She began using AI apps in Slack, Outlook, and Google to track assignments, which garnered attention from her superiors.
Artificial intelligence
#ai-ethics
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