Updates

29 Mar 2024

X.ai Unveils Grok-1.5, Enhancing AI Chatbot on Social Network X

The new model demonstrates improved reasoning, particularly in coding and math-related tasks, surpassing its predecessor, Grok-1. Grok-1.5 will soon be available to early testers on X, and new features will accompany it.

29 Mar 2024

Belgian EU Council presidency unveils framework for online child protection law

The document focuses on the roles of the Coordinating Authority and suggests possible criteria and scoring methodologies for assessing the risk associated with online services.

28 Mar 2024

South Carolina’s leap into the quantum future

South Carolina invests $15 million dollars in a quantum computing initiative preparing a quantum-ready workforce

28 Mar 2024

CEO of the FTX Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison for fraud

Sam Bankman-Fried, the CEO of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for fraud and conspiracy. The sentence includes an $11 billion fine and the forfeiture of assets

28 Mar 2024

Court order requires Amazon to publicly disclose advertising data under DSA

Court order requires Amazon to publicly disclose advertising data under DSA. The European Commission mandated Amazon to provide detailed online advertising data publicly

28 Mar 2024

Less than 30% of jurisdictions worldwide have implemented cryptocurrency regulations: FATF president

Less than 30% of jurisdictions worldwide have implemented regulations for the cryptocurrency sector, according to the President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), T. Raja Kumar. The lack of regulation poses a significant risk for money laundering and terrorist financing.

28 Mar 2024

Amazon boosts investment in AI startup Anthropic

Amazon escalates its investment in AI startup Anthropic, signalling a significant shift in technological innovation landscape.

28 Mar 2024

Meta fails to curtain anti-trans hate on its platforms

GLAAD’s report underscores the need for stronger regulations and enforcement mechanisms to hold social media platforms accountable for moderating hate speech and protecting user safety.

28 Mar 2024

US requires AI oversight in federal agencies

Government in Washington is taking steps to ensure responsible and transparent use of AI across federal agencies.

28 Mar 2024

Israel deploys facial recognition program in Gaza

Uncover the complexities of Israel’s newly implemented facial recognition program in Gaza, sparking discussions on surveillance ethics and civil liberties.