Navigating the Future of International Technology
Qualcomm’s antitrust fine reduced to €238.7 million ($265.6 million) after appeal on predatory pricing practices. The court rejected Qualcomm’s claims but adjusted the fine calculation, allowing further appeal. OUR TAKECalifornia’s new laws protect performers by requiring contracts for AI-generated replicas and banning the use of deceased actors’ likenesses without estate consent. This move addresses growing…
The U.S. is engaging African nations on responsible military AI use while acknowledging human biases in AI systems. Nigeria seeks to integrate AI in military operations, emphasising the need for tailored policies and infrastructure support. OUR TAKEDiscussions around the responsible use of military AI in Africa are critical to ensuring that technological advances do not…
The White House has urged major U.S. tech companies to provide more bandwidth for tools aiding users in bypassing online censorship in countries like Russia and Iran. The meeting with tech representatives highlights the US government’s ongoing commitment to promoting internet freedom and combating censorship globally. OUR TAKEThe significance of this initiative lies in promoting…
U.S. utilities have seen a staggering 70% increase in cyberattacks this year, highlighting the critical infrastructure’s susceptibility. The rapid expansion of the power grid to accommodate the soaring power demand has regrettably rendered the utilities increasingly prone to such attacks. OUR TAKEThe surge in cyberattacks on U.S. utilities not only underscores the immediate threat to…
The U.S. Department of Commerce proposed new reporting requirements for AI developers and cloud providers to ensure cybersecurity. The rules would mandate reporting on AI model development, cybersecurity efforts, and red-teaming results, aimed at detecting risks like aiding cyberattacks or lowering barriers to developing WMDs. OUR TAKEThis move reflects growing concerns over AI’s impact and…
US authorities have seized over 350 websites used to import gun parts, and silencers from China, which were used to convert semiautomatic pistols into fully automatic guns. Many of the seized websites were found to sell counterfeit gun parts and to falsely use Glock’s trademark, misleading customers about the authenticity of the products. OUR TAKEThe…
ASML is at the centre of a growing controversy over the United States’ attempts to restrict exports to China in the name of national security. ASML’s CEO, suggested that the motives behind the restrictions are becoming more “economically motivated” than security-driven. OUR TAKEASML’s CEO has shed light on the evolving nature of export restrictions, suggesting…