August 5, 2024 at 10:19AM Register for mWISE™, the cybersecurity conference from Mandiant, now part of Google Cloud, held in Denver, Colorado on September 18-19, 2024. Get $300 off the standard conference price if you register by August 12. mWISE offers unique insights, top industry leaders, and an inclusive space for practitioners. Keynote by David … Read more
July 19, 2024 at 11:43AM The largest AI companies have formed CoSAI to prioritize security in the development and use of generative AI. This coalition aims to create guardrails and security technologies, focusing on AI and software supply chain security, protecting AI models from cyberattacks, and developing a framework for AI security. CoSAI will work … Read more
July 3, 2024 at 08:41AM Brazil’s data protection authority prohibited Meta, parent company of Instagram and Facebook, from using Brazilian data to train its AI in its updated privacy policy, citing potential harm to data subjects’ fundamental rights. Meta expressed disappointment, claiming compliance with privacy laws, while the company also faced resistance in Europe and … Read more
June 26, 2024 at 05:26PM A new direct prompt injection attack called “Skeleton Key” bypasses ethical and safety guardrails in generative AI like ChatGPT, allowing access to offensive or illegal content. Microsoft found that by providing context and disclaimers, most AIs can be convinced malicious requests are for “research purposes.” Microsoft has fixed the issue … Read more
June 17, 2024 at 10:14AM Tel Aviv-based Aim Security, founded by IDF Unit 8200 alumni Matan Getz and Adir Gruss, has raised $18 million in a Series A funding led by Canaan Partners. The company aims to address the security risks associated with generative AI applications, offering expert support to companies looking to implement AI … Read more
June 15, 2024 at 03:54AM Meta is postponing the training of its large language models using adult user content from Facebook and Instagram in the EU after a request from the Irish DPC. Meta plans to use personal data but is facing regulatory backlash for not seeking explicit consent. The delays affect bringing AI benefits … Read more
June 11, 2024 at 06:45AM Apple has introduced Private Cloud Compute (PCC), a secure cloud intelligence system for processing AI tasks while preserving privacy. This coincides with the release of new generative AI features called Apple Intelligence. Both on-device features and those using PCC promise privacy protections, with a focus on data security and user … Read more
June 10, 2024 at 06:02PM Apple unveiled its ‘Apple Intelligence’ feature at the 2024 Worldwide Developer Conference, highlighting its generative AI strategy for personalized experiences on Apple devices. Integrated into iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia, the AI-powered feature enables data analysis, retrieval, and actions. Privacy is prioritized, with on-device processing and Private Cloud … Read more
June 7, 2024 at 08:06AM Google is advising Android app developers to responsibly implement generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) features to combat problematic content, such as sexual content and hate speech. Meanwhile, Meta’s use of public data for AI has prompted privacy concerns and a GDPR complaint. Microsoft’s Recall feature is facing scrutiny due to privacy … Read more
June 6, 2024 at 03:35PM Experts warn that deepfake technology poses a significant and growing threat to businesses, with cyberattacks leveraging deepfakes on the rise. Financial institutions are particularly vulnerable, with estimated fraud losses set to double by 2027. Companies are advised to prioritize communication channels and reinforce processes to combat deepfake scams. From the … Read more