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Britain to face more cyberattacks as AI adoption grows, minister says
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3m ago
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As AI adoption grows, the UK is expected to face more frequent and sophisticated cyberattacks, warned senior minister Pat McFadden. Recent attacks on British retailers like Marks & Spencer highlight the vulnerability of businesses. The National Cyber Security Centre reports an increase in severe cybersecurity incidents. McFadden emphasized the necessity of robust cybersecurity, announcing plans for a new strategy and legislation to enhance defenses. Ransomware attacks, where criminals demand payment for system restoration, remain a significant threat.
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Britain invites China to its global AI summit
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Britain has invited China to its global artificial intelligence (AI) summit in November, aiming to bring together governments, tech companies, and academics to discuss AI risks and regulation. Foreign Minister James Cleverly stated that excluding one of the leading nations in AI tech would not keep the UK public safe from AI risks. The summit will address topics such as AI's impact on biosecurity and its potential for public good, like in safer transport. Britain seeks to engage with China while safeguarding its institutions and infrastructure.
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Britain limits AI summit guest list to 100 invitees, excludes startups
Economic Times
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1y ago
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The upcoming global artificial intelligence (AI) summit in Britain will only be attended by 100 politicians, business leaders, and academics, excluding prominent AI startups. The exclusive event, organized by co-founder Matt Clifford, aims to yield substantive outcomes with every attendee actively participating. The chosen guests are expected to include cabinet ministers, CEOs of AI companies, academics, and representatives of international civil society. The event, scheduled for November, is part of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's ambition to position Britain as a global leader in AI regulation.
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AI rise will lead to increase in cyberattacks, GCHQ warns
Reuters
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1y ago
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According to a report from Britain's GCHQ spy agency, the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) tools will result in an increase in cyberattacks. The report states that the lower barrier of entry for hackers, as well as the rise of ransomware attacks, will be driven by the widespread adoption of AI. It predicts that AI will amplify the volume and impact of cyberattacks over the next two years, with opportunistic hackers without sophisticated skills benefiting the most. Advanced state-backed hackers are also expected to harness AI's potential for advanced cyber operations.
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Microsoft says China using AI to sow division in US
Economic Times
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1y ago
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China is intensifying its use of artificial intelligence-generated content and fake social media accounts to fuel division in the United States and other countries, according to a report from Microsoft's threat center. By using these tactics, China aims to sow discord and potentially influence the outcome of the US presidential election. The report also reveals that China is increasingly utilizing AI-generated content to achieve its objectives globally. Additionally, the report highlights North Korea's adoption of AI for cyberattacks and military intelligence gathering.
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai says, ‘PM Modi asked to make sure AI benefits India!’
Livemint
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10m ago
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Google and Nvidia have expressed their commitment to expanding their involvement in India, particularly in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). During a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Google CEO Sundar Pichai praised Modi's vision for a "Digital India" and his focus on utilizing AI to advance sectors such as healthcare and education. Pichai also highlighted Google's dedication to investing in AI in India. Similarly, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang emphasized India's potential in leading AI adoption and outlined plans for partnerships to scale up AI infrastructure in the country. Both leaders acknowledged Modi's keen interest in AI's transformative power.
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OpenAI CEO shares pic with PM Modi, says had 'great conversation'
Inshorts
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2y ago
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Following their meeting, Sam Altman, Co-founder and CEO of OpenAI, shared a photograph with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Altman expressed that they had a productive discussion about India's impressive technology ecosystem and the potential benefits of AI for the country. Altman also mentioned that they discussed the early and widespread adoption of ChatGPT in India and appreciated the Prime Minister's insightful responses on the matter.
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AI tech to replace humans workflow, says Paytm founder
Economic Times
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8m ago
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Paytm founder and CEO, Vijay Shekhar Sharma, has stated that startups not developing technologies to replace human workflow will not survive in the long run. While speaking at a summit in Rajasthan, Sharma acknowledged that the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) will require hiring more people to develop and support technology. He emphasized that AI will replace physical and mental tasks, such as driving and coding, and that startups should focus on removing the need for human involvement. Sharma also acknowledged that AI will disrupt the economy and concentrate power in countries with computing capabilities.
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Freshworks repurposing staff as AI automates low-value tasks, says CEO
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9d ago
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Freshworks Inc., an India-born SaaS company, is shifting its hiring strategy to focus on engineers with specialized skills as AI automates low-value tasks. CEO Dennis Woodside indicates this change aims to adapt to the growing client adoption of AI tools and services. The company plans to maintain hiring levels, targeting higher-value employees over entry-level engineers. Despite automation, large-scale layoffs are not anticipated due to the increased adoption of AI by clients.
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Nvidia CEO Heaps Praises On PM Modi For His Vision For AI
Inc42
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9m ago
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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang revealed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the first world leader to urge him to discuss the potential applications of emerging technologies. Huang stated that Modi emphasized the need for India to produce its own artificial intelligence (AI) rather than rely on imported intelligence. The prime minister has been a vocal supporter of AI adoption in India.
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Elon Musk expected to attend global AI summit in UK
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk is expected to attend a global summit on artificial intelligence in Britain this week. The summit aims to bring together representatives of AI companies, political leaders, and experts to discuss the risks and safe development of AI. While the full guest list has not been made public, several world leaders including U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen are due to attend. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak mentioned his conversation with Musk about the AI Safety Summit on Musk's social media platform X.
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