October 30, 2024 at 08:47PM President Biden’s National Security Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence emphasizes safe AI development and its implications for national security. It prompts U.S. agencies to enhance AI resilience, assess foreign threats, and share cybersecurity guidance. The memorandum aims to ensure AI adoption reflects democratic values while mitigating risks associated with unregulated technologies. … Read more
October 18, 2024 at 07:02AM Christien “DilDog” Rioux, co-founder of Veracode and Veilid Foundation, addresses the importance of accessible privacy as a human rights issue and explores the unique attributes of hackers in his discussion. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Main Topic**: Discussion centered on the intersection of privacy and human rights, emphasizing the importance of accessible … Read more
September 20, 2024 at 09:48AM The U.N. advisory body stressed the urgent need for global governance of artificial intelligence and proposed establishing inclusive institutions to regulate it. AI was recognized for its potential to benefit society, but also warned of risks and inequities if left unchecked. The report outlined principles and recommendations for governing AI, … Read more
September 10, 2024 at 08:15AM The AI Convention, signed on September 5, 2024, aims to protect human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in the face of artificial intelligence advancements. However, concerns have been raised about its enforceability, particularly regarding national security interests and treatment of public vs private sectors. Challenges in balancing human … Read more
September 5, 2024 at 01:09PM Tropic Trooper, a threat actor also known as APT23, Earth Centaur, KeyBoy, and Pirate Panda, has targeted government entities in the Middle East and Malaysia since June 2023. Kaspersky detected the cyber campaign in June 2024, using a new version of China Chopper web Shell, targeting human rights studies. The … Read more
September 4, 2024 at 12:34AM Telegram has cooperated with South Korean authorities by taking down 25 videos of sex crimes and apologizing for the content. South Korea’s Communications Standards Commission expressed hope for a productive relationship and requested an email hotline for rapid takedown requests. The situation also involves French authorities detaining Telegram’s boss over … Read more
August 22, 2024 at 02:36AM Cisco has expressed strong concerns about the United Nations’ first-ever cyber crime convention, calling it dangerously flawed and overly broad. According to Cisco, the convention, driven by Russia, could pose risks to basic human rights and the rule of law, and is not aligned with the values of free speech … Read more
August 19, 2024 at 10:07AM The US Department of State’s “Risk Management Profile for Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights” aims to address the growing intersection of AI and human rights but requires closer examination. Effective enforcement and global consensus are critical, and the framework must balance innovation with ethical standards. It should prioritize inclusive AI … Read more
August 12, 2024 at 05:05PM The United Nations committee has advanced a final draft of a treaty to combat cross-border cybercriminal organizations. The treaty, if adopted, would criminalize unauthorized access to information systems and require support from various companies. However, concerns have been raised about its potential to infringe on human rights and enable repressive … Read more
August 12, 2024 at 06:06AM Nearly 200 nations approved the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, aiming to combat internet-related crimes. Critics raised concerns over potential privacy violations and repression-friendly language, citing examples such as the case against Rappler. While some praised the balance between law enforcement and human rights, others fear the treaty may justify … Read more