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US Justice Dept names first AI officer as new technology challenges law enforcement

Reuters · 1y ago

US Justice Dept names first AI officer as new technology challenges law enforcement

The U.S. Justice Department has named its first official focused on artificial intelligence (AI) as it grapples with the transformative effects of AI on federal law enforcement and the criminal justice system. Jonathan Mayer, a professor at Princeton University, will serve as chief science and technology adviser and chief AI officer, advising the department on responsible integration of AI into investigations and prosecutions. The department has already used AI for various purposes, but is also cautious about its potential biases, election interference, and cybercrime opportunities. Mayer will lead a board of officials that will advise on the ethics and efficacy of AI systems.

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Justice Department gets a chief AI officer

The Verge

The Verge · 1y ago

Justice Department gets a chief AI officer

Jonathan Mayer, a Princeton professor and technology law researcher, has been appointed as the Justice Department's first chief AI officer. This is part of the department's efforts to understand the impact of AI on law enforcement. Mayer will be responsible for building a team of experts in cybersecurity and AI, as well as serving as the department's chief science and technology advisor. The appointment aligns with the Biden administration's executive order on AI, which aims to strengthen AI talent within government agencies and establish fairness standards for its use in sentencing, parole, and surveillance.

A Google engineer ran a secret startup in China while stealing AI technology, DOJ alleges

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

A Google engineer ran a secret startup in China while stealing AI technology, DOJ alleges

A Google software engineer named Linwei Ding, also known as Leon Ding, has been indicted by the US Department of Justice for stealing trade secrets related to artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Ding, who had access to Google's confidential information about AI data center hardware and software, is accused of secretly working for tech companies in China and creating his own startup. If convicted, he could face fines and up to 10 years in prison. Google has cooperated with law enforcement in the investigation and assured that the incident was isolated to a single junior employee.

Apple-backed study finds rise in data breaches as iPhone maker defends encryption stance

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Apple-backed study finds rise in data breaches as iPhone maker defends encryption stance

According to an Apple-backed study conducted by MIT Professor Stuart E. Madnick, data breaches in the US increased by 20% in the first nine months of 2023 compared to the full year of 2022. The study highlights the need for wider use of end-to-end encryption to protect consumer data, even though it poses challenges for law enforcement officials. The study also revealed that 98% of organizations have experienced a data breach involving technology vendors in the past two years, emphasizing the vulnerability of interconnected systems.

Clearview AI names Hal Lambert and Richard Schwartz as co-CEOs

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Clearview AI names Hal Lambert and Richard Schwartz as co-CEOs

Clearview AI has appointed Hal Lambert and Richard Schwartz as co-CEOs, succeeding Hoan Ton-That, who will remain on the board. Under Ton-That's leadership, the company claimed its highest growth and revenues in 2024. Clearview AI, which provides facial recognition technology to U.S. law enforcement, has faced legal challenges, including allegations of unauthorized data scraping and privacy violations, resulting in significant fines. The company disputes some legal decisions against it.

Feds hack LockBit, LockBit springs back. Now what?

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Feds hack LockBit, LockBit springs back. Now what?

The LockBit ransomware group, which was recently targeted by law enforcement in a global operation, has returned to the dark web with a new leak site and new victims. The group's administrator admitted fault for the disruption but claimed that operations have now resumed. The law enforcement operation, dubbed "Operation Cronos," compromised LockBit's infrastructure, seized servers and cryptocurrency wallets, and made arrests. Despite law enforcement's claims of a successful takedown, LockBit has already targeted new victims and remains active. The ongoing cat-and-mouse game between law enforcement and ransomware groups means that these criminal operations can quickly regroup and rebrand.

Joe Biden or Donald Trump can still rescue TikTok; here's how

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

Joe Biden or Donald Trump can still rescue TikTok; here's how

The 2020 ban on TikTok by Trump could be reversed by Biden using a law that allows a 90-day extension for TikTok's sale, contingent on progress towards divestment. Trump could alternatively redirect his Justice Department to deprioritize enforcement or issue an executive order claiming national security benefits to retain TikTok. Another option is a Supreme Court stay on the government lawsuit, providing time for new legal arguments and avoiding legal complications.

Deepfakes in the courtroom: US judicial panel debates new AI evidence rules

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 1y ago

Deepfakes in the courtroom: US judicial panel debates new AI evidence rules

A federal judicial panel in the US convened to address the challenges of dealing with AI-generated evidence in court trials. Computer scientists and academics discussed the potential risks of AI being used to manipulate images and videos or create deepfakes that could disrupt trials. The panel debated whether existing rules are sufficient to ensure the reliability and authenticity of evidence presented in court. Proposed rule changes include modifying authentication rules for electronic evidence and subjecting machine-generated evidence to the same requirements as expert witnesses. The process of adapting the US justice system to handle this new class of media-generating technology continues.

The ransomware business is booming, even as enforcers shut down some players

Startup News FYI

Startup News FYI · 1y ago

The ransomware business is booming, even as enforcers shut down some players

In 2023, there was a significant increase in ransomware attacks, despite law enforcement efforts to crack down on attackers. Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 reported a 49% rise in victims reported by ransomware leak sites, with the US being the most affected country. The attacks were mainly carried out through the exploitation of zero-day vulnerabilities. Unit 42 identified 25 new ransomware leak sites in 2023, but some have since shut down. Law enforcement successfully disrupted prominent ransomware groups, such as Hive and Ragnar Locker.

For TikTok users, mourning, frustration and clinging to hope as TikTok ban looms

Economic Times

Economic Times · 6m ago

For TikTok users, mourning, frustration and clinging to hope as TikTok ban looms

The looming US TikTok ban has sparked uncertainty and frustration among users, particularly influencers and small business owners reliant on the platform for income. The Supreme Court upheld a law requiring TikTok's sale by its China-based parent due to national security risks, risking a ban from Sunday. Users find themselves in limbo, uncertain about enforcement, with transition challenges looming. The ban challenges the creator community to adapt and highlights strategic shifts amid political dynamics.

US offers up to $15 mln for information on Lockbit leaders, State Dept says

Reuters · 1y ago

US offers up to $15 mln for information on Lockbit leaders, State Dept says

The U.S. State Department has announced a reward of up to $15 million for information that leads to the identification or location of the leaders of Lockbit, a notorious cybercrime gang known for holding victims' data to ransom. This comes after the U.S., UK, and EU jointly disrupted the group in a rare international law enforcement operation. The reward is being offered for information that aids in the arrest or conviction of individuals involved in LockBit ransomware attacks, as well as the identification or location of key leaders within the group.

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