Risky AI: Grok and Google should not be involved in military decision-making
Elon Musk’s Xai made headlines early this summer when it faced backlash for a severe malfunction. Late one night, the chatbot ended up praising Hitler, citing qualities like determination and problem-solving skills. This incident sparked an apology from Musk, highlighting the unsettling nature of such incidents. Meanwhile, the US Department of Defense announced its collaboration […]
FTC Alerts Google About ‘Unfair or Misleading Practices’ Involving Bias Against Republicans
FTC Investigates Google Over Allegations of Bias Against Republican Emails The Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Andrew Ferguson, has raised concerns about Google’s Gmail platform, suggesting it may be unfairly targeting Republican emails while seemingly favoring Democratic messages. In a letter dated August 28th, Ferguson communicated with Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, expressing his […]
FCC Chairman Brendan Carr Encourages Google and Fox to Finalize Agreement Before Channels Disappear from YouTube TV
FCC Chairman Urges Google and Fox to Resolve Dispute FCC Chairman Brendan Carr is pushing for a resolution between Google and Fox Corporation regarding a carriage dispute that could lead to the removal of multiple Fox channels from YouTube TV. Carr cautioned that losing Fox channels won’t just limit access to Fox News; it may […]
Google advises 2.5 billion Gmail users to change their passwords after hackers achieve successful breaches.
Google Warns Gmail Users to Update Passwords Google has alerted its vast network of 2.5 billion Gmail users to change their passwords and enhance their account security, citing a rise in successful hacking attempts. In its advice, the company stressed the importance of being vigilant about unusual account activity and recommended adding extra security layers, […]
Data breach at Google and Salesforce exposes more than 2 billion users to phishing threats
While major tech companies like Google often seem untouchable when it comes to cybersecurity, recent events have shown otherwise. Earlier this month, Google disclosed that an attacker gained access to one of its Salesforce instances. A spokesperson for the company explained that the system primarily contained publicly accessible business information, like contact details and notes […]
Google Blames Hackers Tied to China for Attacking Diplomats in Asia
Google Warns of Cyber Espionage Targeting Diplomats The Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) reported on Monday that hackers linked to the Chinese government are executing “complex and multifaceted campaigns” aimed at diplomats in Southeast Asia and globally. According to GTIG, this activity is likely aligned with the cyber espionage goals of the People’s Republic of […]
AI system by Google shares bizarre false details about Jeff Bezos’ mother’s funeral.
Google’s AI Missteps Surrounding Jeff Bezos’ Mother’s Funeral Recently, Google’s AI Summary System has sparked some unusual rumors regarding Jeff Bezos’ mother, Jacklyn Gize Bezos, who passed away on August 14 at the age of 78 after a prolonged battle with dementia. The reports suggested a surprising guest list for her funeral, including Eminem and […]
Agreement reached between Google and the Trump administration on AI for federal agencies
Welcome to the AI Newsletter: What’s New in Technology In this edition: Trump’s administration partners with Google to utilize AI across federal agencies. The AI initiative is seen as a safeguard against China’s growing threats. AI’s role in assisting hackers to bypass browser security measures. AI in Washington: The General Services Administration (GSA) shared plans […]
Meta and Google finalize $10 billion agreement for cloud services
On August 21, Reuters reported that Google is forming a significant contract with Meta Platforms worth over $10 billion, spanning six years. The details emerged from a source who requested anonymity, citing confidentiality. This arrangement allows Meta to utilize a variety of Google Cloud services, including servers, storage, and networking capabilities. Both companies have yet […]
GSA signs agreement with Google AI for federal agencies
GSA Partners with Google for AI Deployment The General Services Administration (GSA) announced a new agreement on Thursday to integrate Google’s artificial intelligence (AI) cloud services across federal agencies. This initiative aligns with the Trump administration’s “American AI Action Plan.” Under this deal, federal agencies will pay $0.47 per person for access to Google’s AI […]