Daily Digest on AI and Emerging Technologies (12 November 2024)
TOP OF THE DAY AI and the Digital Economy Framework Agreement: Preparing ASEAN for the Next Tech Wave (S. Yash Kalash – Centre for International Governance Innovation) Artificial intelligence (AI) is advancing rapidly across the globe, revolutionizing industries and transforming economies. New AI technologies are altering industries by enhancing productivity, optimizing processes, and […]
Weekly Digest on AI and Emerging Technologies (11 November 2024)
SECURITY TSA floats new rules mandating cyber incident reporting for pipelines, railroads (Jonathan Greig – The Record – 8 November 2024) The Transportation Security Administration proposed new rules that would codify existing temporary directives requiring pipeline and railroad operators to report cyber incidents and create cyber risk management (CRM) plans.The rule would formalize […]
Protecting Healthcare in the Age of Spyware
8 November 2024 – Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization WHO, briefed the UN Security Council, urging global action to address the growing crisis of Spyware misuse, particularly in relation to Healthcare. He highlighted the increasing vulnerability of healthcare systems and professionals, due to surveillance technologies that are often misused to track, […]
Daily Digest on AI and Emerging Technologies (8 November 2024)
TOP OF THE DAY A Look At The Official Opening of UK’s National Quantum Computing Centre (Matt Swayne – Quantum Insider – 6 November 2024) The UK officially launched the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC), a new 4,000-square-meter facility at Harwell Campus, aiming to drive advances in quantum technology across industries. The opening […]
Daily Digest on AI and Emerging Technologies (7 November 2024)
TOP OF THE DAY Global Operation Takes Down 22,000 Malicious IPs (Phil Muncaster – Infosecurity Magazine – 6 November 2024) Tens of thousands of malicious IP addresses have been taken down by investigators and dozens arrested in a global operation targeting phishing, ransomware and information stealer campaigns, according to Interpol. Operation Synergia II involved […]
Daily Digest on AI and Emerging Technologies (6 November 2024)
TOP OF THE DAY Exploring Frontiers in Neurotechnology and Brain Health at the AI for Good Global Summit (AI for Good – 5 November 2024) Neurotechnology has the potential to transform mental health care and address neurological disorders. This promising field was one of the highlights at the Frontier stage of the 2024 AI for […]
Daily Digest on AI and Emerging Technologies (5 November 2024)
TOP OF THE DAY House Dems join push to create AI-focused civil rights offices across government (Edward Graham – NextGov – 4 November 2024) Several House Democrats proposed legislation that would direct all federal agencies using artificial intelligence technologies to establish civil rights offices focused on mitigating bias posed by the emerging capabilities. The bill […]
The rising Threat of Disinformation and Organized Crime
4 November 2024 – In a rapidly evolving Digital Landscape, the intersection of organized crime and disinformation presents new and significant threats. A recent operation by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) has revealed alarming trends, highlighting how criminal syndicates may be leveraging disinformation tactics for profit. The arrest of six individuals linked to a Sydney-based […]
Weekly Digest on AI and Emerging Technologies (4 November 2024)
GOVERNANCE AND LEGISLATION State to develop new AI marketplace for staff (Alexandra Kelley – NextGov – 1 November 2024) The State Department is taking new steps in its modernization plan that will marry advanced technologies with ongoing diplomatic efforts, continuing its expansion into leveraging artificial intelligence for daily operations. Matthew Graviss, State’s chief […]
Daily Digest on AI and Emerging Technologies (1 November 2024)
TOP OF THE DAY Leading the digital and Fourth Industrial Revolutions in Africa (Landry Signé – Brookings – 31 October 2024) Despite the narrative that Africa’s challenges will inevitably lead it to fall behind in the 4IR, current and emerging leaders and innovators are paving the path for Africa to become a global powerhouse. – […]