Every Sunday, NPR’s Will Shortz, the renowned crossword puzzle editor for The New York Times, challenges listeners with the Sunday Puzzle, a segment designed to be solvable with minimal prior knowledge but still demanding enough to stump even seasoned participants. This unique blend of accessibility and complexity has caught the attention of AI researchers, who […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has continued to push technological boundaries, with industries integrating its capabilities to enhance efficiency and automate complex processes. In 2024, AI advancements accelerated at an unprecedented pace, surpassing previous high-tech innovations. However, this rapid progress also brings significant risks, as AI’s potential missteps could be just as impactful as its achievements. The […]
Automated bots now account for nearly half of all internet traffic, and while some serve useful purposes, many pose significant risks to both consumers and businesses. The Hidden Dangers of Bots Bots are frequently used in phishing scams, exploiting user trust to carry out fraudulent activities. According to Christoph C. Cemper, founder of AIPRM, an […]
Gmail users are being urged to take extra precautions as a wave of advanced AI-driven scams is targeting accounts. The FBI has responded to these threats, emphasizing the importance of staying vigilant and never engaging with unsolicited calls from individuals claiming to be customer support representatives. “Legitimate customer, security, or tech support companies will not […]
As of February 2, the European Union has officially banned AI systems that regulators consider to pose an “unacceptable risk” to individuals or society. This marks the first compliance deadline for the EU’s landmark AI Act, a comprehensive regulatory framework that was finalized in March 2024 and took effect on August 1. Defining Risk Levels […]
Microsoft is forming a new division, the Advanced Planning Unit (APU), under its Microsoft AI business wing to better understand how artificial intelligence (AI) will impact society, health, and work. This initiative underscores Microsoft’s commitment to addressing the broader implications of its AI technologies. Microsoft AI, which includes flagship products like Copilot, Bing, and Edge, […]
Google recently unveiled a series of Super Bowl ads showcasing how small businesses across all 50 states are using Gemini AI. However, cheese enthusiasts might notice something peculiar about the Wisconsin ad. As pointed out by @natejhake on X (formerly Twitter), the ad shows Gemini AI generating a claim that Gouda accounts for “50 to […]
AI startup Perplexity has launched a new assistant-like feature for Android, aiming to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and established voice assistants like Apple’s Siri and Amazon’s Alexa. Backed by Nvidia and Jeff Bezos, the company unveiled Perplexity Assistant, an AI-powered tool capable of booking reservations, hailing rides, setting reminders, and more. The feature supports 15 […]
Meta Platforms is set to invest as much as $65 billion this year to enhance its artificial intelligence infrastructure, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced on Friday. The move aims to strengthen the company’s competitive edge against AI industry leaders such as OpenAI and Google. As part of its ambitious plan, Meta will accelerate hiring for AI-related […]
Cisco is revolutionizing AI security with its new AI Defense solution, designed to address challenges traditional cybersecurity tools cannot tackle effectively. In an exclusive interview with Rowan Cheung of The Rundown AI, Cisco EVP and CPO Jeetu Patel emphasized, “AI Defense takes a radical approach to addressing the unique risks associated with developing and deploying […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to play a transformative role in the cybersecurity sector in 2025. Experts and analysts agree that AI will be deployed by both attackers and defenders, but it’s the malicious actors who may reap the bigger benefits. Here’s a look at how AI is expected to impact cybersecurity, according to industry […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving at a rapid pace, and 2025 is expected to bring significant advancements across industries. To get a glimpse of what the future holds, Euronews asked several popular AI chatbots — including OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Microsoft’s Copilot, Perplexity AI, and Google’s Gemini — for their predictions. While responses varied, common themes emerged. […]