July 5, 2024 at 10:21AM A panel at Black Hat 2024 in Las Vegas will explore AI safety, emphasizing the responsibility of organizations and security professionals. Led by Nathan Hamiel, it will address the intersection of AI safety and security, technical and human harms, and the importance of organizations taking responsibility for the safety of … Read more
July 4, 2024 at 03:11AM Brazil’s data protection authority, ANPD, has temporarily banned Meta from using users’ personal data to train AI algorithms due to inadequate legal basis, lack of transparency, and risks to children. Meta must comply within five days or face fines. This mirrors pushback in the EU over AI training data. The … Read more
May 30, 2024 at 01:21PM Microsoft introduces Windows Recall, using AI to create a searchable digital memory of every activity on a Windows computer. The feature has raised privacy concerns with its frequent screen snapshots and local storage of user data. While Microsoft emphasizes local processing and encryption, security experts and privacy advocates remain wary … Read more
May 29, 2024 at 06:35PM Summary: The RSA 2024 conference highlighted the growing importance of artificial intelligence (AI) and data governance in the cybersecurity industry. The event covered key topics such as data protection, AI deployment, and security posture management. Discussions focused on addressing AI-related risks and threats, as well as the convergence of NGSIEM … Read more
May 28, 2024 at 06:25PM RSAC 2024 showcased cutting-edge innovations in cybersecurity, particularly in data governance, AI deployment, and security posture management. Discussions centered on securing AI, proactive security posture management, and the convergence of NGSIEM and XDR technologies. The event reflected the industry’s heightened focus on cyber defense in response to evolving threats and … Read more
May 24, 2024 at 01:30PM Efforts to regulate artificial intelligence’s impact on consequential decisions, such as hiring and housing, are encountering resistance across several states. Colorado’s bill, designed to prevent AI discrimination, has been signed with hesitation, prompting concerns about stifling AI innovation. The complex bills aim to assess and disclose AI biases, but face … Read more
May 15, 2024 at 06:36AM A bipartisan group of four senators, led by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, has proposed $32 billion in spending over three years to develop and regulate artificial intelligence. Their recommendations, released in a new report, aim to compete with other countries and address AI’s impact on jobs and society. The group … Read more
April 19, 2024 at 09:48AM Major proposals for reining in AI bias in decision making face opposition from various groups and the industry. Lawmakers in states like Colorado, Connecticut, and Texas are pushing for more transparency and legal recourse for AI discrimination, while the industry expresses tentative support but resists accountability measures. Bipartisan lawmakers stress … Read more
March 7, 2024 at 05:33AM The U.S. Department of Justice indicted a Chinese national and California resident for stealing Google’s proprietary info and passing it to Chinese tech firms. Linwei Ding, a former Google engineer, siphoned over 500 confidential files on AI trade secrets. He concealed theft and faced a maximum 10-year prison sentence if … Read more
February 15, 2024 at 11:51AM Learn about the security risks of AI adoption and how to manage them effectively in Cloudflare’s webinar on 22 February at 4pm GMT/11am ET/8am PT. Tim Phillips and John Engates will discuss how to secure your use of AI, minimize vulnerabilities, and safeguard your AI initiatives. Sign up now for … Read more