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Ex-Google staff charged with AI theft & alleged collaboration with Chinese firms
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1y ago
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Linwei Ding, a former software engineer at Google, has been charged with stealing AI technology from the company while secretly collaborating with Chinese companies. Ding, a Chinese national, faces four counts of federal trade secret theft, which carry a potential sentence of up to 10 years in prison. The indictment alleges that Ding uploaded Google's confidential files to his personal account and later accepted roles at Chinese technology companies without disclosing his affiliations to Google. The charges highlight the ongoing concerns about Chinese economic espionage and national security risks associated with AI advancements.
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Former Google engineer arrested for alleged theft of AI trade secrets for Chinese firms
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1y ago
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Former Google software engineer Linwei Ding has been arrested and charged with stealing trade secrets related to artificial intelligence (AI) from the company. The US Department of Justice alleges that Ding, a Chinese national, stole confidential information about Google's data centers and uploaded hundreds of files into his personal Google Cloud account. It is claimed that the stolen secrets included details about GPU and TPU chips and systems, as well as software related to AI technology. Ding allegedly concealed his actions while secretly working with two Chinese companies and even accepted the position of chief technology officer at one of them. If convicted, Ding could face up to 10 years in prison for each count of federal trade secret theft.
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How did six ex-employees manipulate Apple’s charity programme and steal over $152K? Know here | Company Business News
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7m ago
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Six former Apple employees have been charged with defrauding the company's gift-matching program for charitable donations. It is alleged that they manipulated charity contributions through a third-party platform, obtaining around $152,000. The accused face multiple charges, including grand theft and tax fraud. One of the individuals, a certified public accountant, allegedly orchestrated the fraud by reimbursing employees and keeping the funds for himself. The case highlights the commitment to prosecuting those who misuse charitable programs and state resources, according to the District Attorney.
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Cognizant seeks list of Infosys employees in trade secrets case - The Economic Times
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11d ago
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Cognizant has demanded Infosys identify employees who allegedly misused confidential TriZetto software data to develop its Helix platform. Infosys called the request overly broad, involving thousands of staff. The ongoing US lawsuit centers on trade secret theft, with both firms locked in a legal and competitive battle since August 2024.
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Google Workers Detained By Police for Protesting Cloud Contract with Israel
Wired
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1y ago
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Nine Google workers were removed by police from company offices in New York and Sunnyvale, California, after staging a sit-in protest against a cloud contract with Israel’s government. The protest called on Google to drop a $1.2 billion cloud computing contract with the Israeli government known as Project Nimbus. Videos showed the workers being approached by Google security staff and police, with some ultimately being handcuffed. Google has not commented on the situation, and it is unclear if the workers have been arrested or charged.
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Chinese smartphone companies lean on Google for GenAI features
Economic Times
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4m ago
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Chinese smartphone brands like Oppo, Xiaomi, and Honor are collaborating with Google to integrate generative AI features into their devices, aiming to compete with Apple and Samsung. At the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, they announced partnerships with Google Gemini, embedding AI across their interfaces for enhanced functionalities, such as image editing and AI agents. The collaboration signifies an effort to offer personalized user experiences and advance their global market presence with cutting-edge AI capabilities.
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US tech giants strike major AI deals amid Trump’s tour
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2m ago
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During his Gulf tour, President Trump facilitated $600 billion in US-Middle East AI and defense deals. Nvidia and AMD announced partnerships to supply AI chips and collaborate on infrastructure with Saudi-backed firms. Cisco allied with UAE's G42, while Saudi Arabia's DataVolt plans US AI investments. US firms like Google and Oracle will invest $80 billion in emerging technologies. A $142 billion defense deal was also signed, marking a strategic economic and security collaboration.
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Alibaba leads record $1 billion investment in Chinese AI firm Moonshot
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Alibaba Group has led a $1 billion funding round for Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) startup Moonshot AI, boosting the firm's valuation to around $2.5 billion. Moonshot AI, founded in March 2023, aims to develop generative AI technology to compete with OpenAI and Google. This investment is part of Alibaba's strategy to invest in game-changing technologies like AI while reviving its business amid regulatory scrutiny and an economic downturn. Despite concerns about US sanctions on Chinese AI firms, venture capital investment in the sector remains strong.
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AI titan Nvidia ramps up collaboration with Chinese auto giants
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Nvidia has expanded its collaboration with Chinese electric car makers, including BYD, to work on the development of autonomous vehicles using AI technology. BYD, the world's largest EV company, will be adopting Nvidia's next-generation AV computer and its all-in-one vehicle control system, DRIVE Thor. Other Chinese EV firms, such as XPeng, Li Auto, ZEEKR, and GAC Aion, have also adopted the Thor platform. Nvidia's infrastructure for cloud-based AI development and training will be utilized by BYD as well. This move strengthens Nvidia's ties with the Chinese EV industry despite restrictions on exporting its powerful AI hardware to China imposed by the US.
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OpenAI tightens the screws on security to keep away prying eyes | TechCrunch
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5d ago
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OpenAI has bolstered its security measures to protect against corporate espionage following allegations that Chinese startup DeepSeek copied its models. The enhanced security includes "information tenting" to limit staff access, biometric access controls, and offline isolation of proprietary technology. These actions reflect concerns about intellectual property theft and internal security issues. The measures aim to prevent unauthorized access and leaks, ensuring the protection of sensitive algorithms and new products.
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei Warns of Chinese Espionage Threats to US AI Firms
OutlookIndia
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4m ago
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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has voiced concerns over espionage threats from China targeting U.S. AI firms, urging increased governmental oversight. Speaking at the Council on Foreign Relations, he highlighted the risks of Chinese agents accessing valuable AI "algorithmic secrets." Amodei advocated for stricter regulations and export controls, emphasizing U.S. government collaboration with intelligence agencies to secure AI innovations. He warned of potential industrial espionage and stressed the need for mandatory AI safety testing and secure facilities.
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