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  1. 145
    Artificial Intelligence

    Microsoft CTO Offers to Match Salaries for OpenAI Staff Amid Leadership Turmoil, Resignation Threats

    In a message on X (formerly Twitter), Scott extended an invitation to these employees to join Microsoft's new AI Research Lab, promising equivalent compensation and a shared mission.

    989 DAYS AGO

  2. 146
    Politics

    Nikki Haley Advocates for TikTok Ban Citing Security and Influence Concerns, Calls for Social Media

    Haley reinforced her stance following the spread of a decades-old letter by Osama bin Laden on social media, where some users appeared to support his views. She expressed concerns over the platform's potential to influence young voters and spread misinformation through foreign bots.

    989 DAYS AGO

  3. 147
    Artificial Intelligence

    Microsoft CEO Discusses the Need for Governance Changes at OpenAI

    Nadella also mentioned the possibility of Sam Altman, Greg Brockman (former OpenAI chairman), and their team joining Microsoft in a new AI research group. This development followed the appointment of ex-Twitch CEO Emmett Shear as OpenAI's interim head.

    989 DAYS AGO

  4. 148
    Cybersecurity

    ICBC's U.S. Division Hit by Ransomware Attack, Disrupting Treasury Trading Operations

    Ransomware attacks, where hackers seize control of systems and demand payment for release, have become increasingly common. The identity of the attackers remains undisclosed, but ICBC is conducting a thorough investigation with the aid of information security experts and coordinating with law enforcement.

    997 DAYS AGO

  5. 149
    Politics

    Federal Reserve Chair Emphasizes Flexibility in Economic Forecasting Amid Unpredictable Economy

    Speaking at a conference marking the 100th anniversary of the Federal Reserve's Research and Statistics Division, Powell praised the division's rigorous approach but stressed the need for flexibility and innovative thinking beyond conventional models.

    1000 DAYS AGO

  6. 150
    Politics

    Peter Thiel Expresses Disillusionment with Trump Administration, Withdraws 2024 Support in Interview

    Thiel, who has been a prominent supporter and donor to Trump, stated that he will not be contributing financially to Trump or any other candidate in the upcoming 2024 presidential campaign.

    1000 DAYS AGO

  7. 151
    Artificial Intelligence

    Microsoft Temporarily Restricts Employee Access to ChatGPT Amid Security Concerns

    Microsoft emphasized the need for caution when using external AI services like ChatGPT, Midjourney, or Replika, citing privacy and security risks. Despite this, the block on ChatGPT and Canva, another design software, was later retracted from the advisory.

    1000 DAYS AGO

  8. 152
    Artificial Intelligence

    Alibaba Launches Advanced AI Model Tongyi Qianwen 2.0, Expands Rivalry with Amazon and Microsoft

    The Chinese e-commerce and cloud computing behemoth announced the release of Tongyi Qianwen 2.0, its new sophisticated large language model (LLM). LLMs, trained on extensive data sets, are the technological foundation for generative AI tools like ChatGPT, developed by American company OpenAI.

    1010 DAYS AGO

  9. 153
    Politics

    Advocacy Groups Urge AI Worker Protections in Letter to Sen. Schumer

    The advocacy groups pointed to allegations of major corporations, including Amazon, Google, and Walmart, using AI or other technological tools for employee surveillance. They emphasized the need for legislative measures to prevent such companies from profiting through the exploitation of tech-driven surveillance.

    1016 DAYS AGO

  10. 154
    Cybersecurity

    RTX Divests its Cybersecurity Division for $1.3 Billion Amid Quarterly Sales Decline

    Defense giant RTX has announced the sale of its cybersecurity division for $1.3 billion to an undisclosed party.

    1016 DAYS AGO

  11. 155
    Business & Finance

    Intel Shares Decline as Nvidia and AMD Venture into Arm-based PC Chips; Arm Stocks Surge

    At present, Intel dominates the PC chip market, with AMD trailing behind. Over half of Intel's revenue from the quarter ending in June was from PC chip sales.

    1018 DAYS AGO

  12. 156
    Business & Finance

    X Introduces New Subscription Tiers Amidst Financial Challenges and Competitive Pressure

    The first subscription model offers users a more affordable rate with full access to all features but does not reduce the number of ads. The second subscription, priced higher, promises an ad-free experience.

    1021 DAYS AGO

  13. 157
    Business & Finance

    Amazon Pharmacy Unveils Drone Delivery for Medications in College Station, Texas

    Despite Amazon's stock experiencing a slight dip of around 1% on Wednesday, its Pharmacy division continues to grow. Originating from Amazon's 2018 purchase of PillPack, Amazon Pharmacy debuted in 2020, offering a comprehensive online pharmacy platform.

    1023 DAYS AGO

  14. 158
    Artificial Intelligence

    AI Pioneer Geoffrey Hinton Warns of Machines Surpassing Human Control

    Hinton, 75, highlighted the speed at which AI technology is advancing, suggesting it could surpass human intelligence within half a decade. This rapid evolution could result in AI systems being uncontrollable if they start self-modifying through their own coding.

    1030 DAYS AGO

  15. 159
    Politics

    Utah Takes Legal Action Against TikTok Over Child Safety Concerns

    This move by Utah claims that TikTok lures children into extended usage, conceals the true nature of its safety measures, and misrepresents its autonomy from its parent company in China, ByteDance, as informed by The Associated Press.

    1030 DAYS AGO

  16. 160
    Cybersecurity

    Clorox Experiences Significant Disruptions Following August Cyberattack

    The security filing released on Monday highlighted the unauthorized activities detected on their IT systems on Aug. 14. As a response, the company took several systems offline for remediation.

    1036 DAYS AGO

  17. 161
    Cybersecurity

    BlackBerry Announces Split of IoT and Cybersecurity Divisions

    This move follows a trend where businesses are seeking a streamlined corporate model, allowing investors to more accurately assess distinct segments. For instance, earlier this week, the company once known as Kellogg Co. finalized its spinoff.

    1036 DAYS AGO

  18. 162
    Politics

    Senators Question TikTok on ByteDance Ties Amid Executive Shifts

    These transitions have raised eyebrows among U.S. TikTok employees, especially since TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew had previously emphasized to Congress the distinction between TikTok and ByteDance.

    1036 DAYS AGO

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