Wald.ai Raises $4M in Seed Funding to Protect Data in Conversations With AI Assistants

December 10, 2024 at 11:16AM Palo Alto startup Wald.ai launched a contextual AI and data loss protection platform, enabling enterprises to safely use AI assistants while automatically redacting sensitive information. Priced at $19.99 per user monthly, the platform is currently utilized in healthcare, finance, and legal sectors, and offers a 14-day free trial. ### Meeting … Read more

Microsoft Finally Releases Recall as Part of Windows Insider Preview

November 27, 2024 at 08:08AM Microsoft has previewed a reworked version of Windows Recall for Windows Insiders using Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite PCs. Recall captures PC snapshots for easy retrieval of app actions and documents, ensuring data privacy. Users must enable security features and can provide feedback through the Feedback Hub. General release date is … Read more

Signal introduces convenient “call links” for private group chats

November 12, 2024 at 12:30PM Signal messenger has introduced new features for private group chats, including “call links” for easy access without group creation, admin controls for participant approval, and supporting up to 50 users. Additional features enhance engagement, such as a Raise Hand button, emoji reactions, and improved call management across devices. **Meeting Takeaways: … Read more

Google: Gemini AI for Android processes sensitive data locally

August 13, 2024 at 04:52PM Google’s new AI assistant, Gemini, prioritizes privacy by using end-to-end protection for data in transit and keeping sensitive data on the device. It can handle tasks both on-device and in the cloud, ensuring privacy and data security. Google emphasizes user control and privacy technologies, with a detailed white paper forthcoming. … Read more

Proton launches free, privacy-focused Google Docs alternative

July 3, 2024 at 06:53AM Proton unveiled ‘Docs in Proton Drive,’ an encrypted web-based document collaboration tool. The Swiss company, known for privacy-focused services, including Proton VPN and Proton Mail, transitioned to a non-profit organization. Proton Docs offers end-to-end encryption, secure image embedding, open-source code, and real-time collaboration. It integrates seamlessly with other Proton products, … Read more

Apple’s AI Offering Makes Big Privacy Promises

June 14, 2024 at 09:10AM Apple introduced Apple Intelligence, its secure AI system, at the Worldwide Developer Conference. The system integrates AI across devices and applications, using both on-device and cloud processing for complex queries. Apple guarantees user privacy, with data not visible to anyone, even Apple, and deleted after use. The company’s focus on … Read more

Microsoft makes Windows Recall opt-in, secures data with Windows Hello

June 7, 2024 at 12:40PM Microsoft is updating its AI-powered Recall feature for Copilot+ PCs following customer pushback. The feature will now require user opt-in and Windows Hello verification for use. Additionally, Recall’s data encryption and security measures are being enhanced. These updates will be released with Recall’s preview on June 18, with potential changes … Read more

Keyless Goes Independent, Raises $6M for Biometric Authentication

November 29, 2023 at 10:54AM British startup Keyless has raised $6 million led by Rialto Ventures, totaling $26 million in funding. Keyless, now independent from Sift, develops privacy-focused biometric authentication technology that ensures secure user identity verification without storing biometric data, aiding in compliance with data protection laws like GDPR. Meeting Takeaways: 1. **Company Funding … Read more