OpenAI introduces GPT-4o, an advanced version of its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, featuring improved speed, conversational fluency, and capabilities such as image analysis and emotion recognition.
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Global Savings Group calls out Google for anti-competitive behaviour after news sites penalised
The brand behind the world’s largest online shopping community has today called out Google for anti-competitive behaviour after they unfairly penalised news site revenue streams.
UK Implements Tough Measures Against Harmful Algorithms to Protect Youth Online
Britain is set to enforce stringent rules on social media giants like TikTok and Instagram to curb harmful content reaching children
Google accused of making it harder to search for rival
Google has been accused of taking advantage of its market dominance to make it harder to search for a rival email service.
1 in 5 organisations have had company data exposed by an employee using AI tools such as ChatGPT
Twenty per cent of organisations admit that an employee at their organisation has exposed company data using AI tools such as ChatGPT, according to new research.
US TikTok ban: How would it affect UK creators and businesses?
The ongoing dispute between US lawmakers and TikTok has now reached a tipping point, with the Senate now passing a bill that will force TikTok owners to sell its stake in the company or see the app banned in the US.
Broadband outages costing UK economy £17.6bn – but compensation is nowhere to be seen
Key findings of a productivity report launched today show that the UK economy has suffered a loss of £17.6 billion in economic output over the past 12 months due to connectivity outages. The total for London was £5.7 billion, representing just over 1% of London’s GDP.
Protecting Your Business Against Phishing Attacks
Cybersecurity is a “cat-and-mouse” game in which attackers are wise to many of the security measures used by organisations, and are quick to develop strategies to work around them.
Security Minister warns of deepfake cyber risk at Westminster summit
Security Minister Tom Tugendhat has warned industry leaders about the dangers posed by the rise of deepfake technology and the risks it poses to democracy.
Samsung Overtakes Apple as World’s Largest Phone Maker as iPhone Sales Decline
After a nearly 10% drop in iPhone shipments in the first quarter, Apple cedes its position as the world’s biggest phone maker to South Korea’s Samsung. Beijing’s restrictions on Apple products and competition from Chinese rivals contribute to the shift, impacting Apple’s market share and share prices.
AI Skills Gap putting Public Sector projects in jeopardy, according to new research
The artificial intelligence (AI) skills gap is holding back public sector projects with 60 per cent labelling the shortage as their top implementation challenge.
WhatsApp Faces Backlash Over Decision to Lower Minimum Age Limit
Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, is under fire for its recent decision to reduce the minimum age requirement for the messaging app from 16 to 13, sparking concerns over child safety.
UK Competition Watchdog Raises Alarms Over Big Tech’s AI Dominance
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has voiced significant concerns regarding the formidable grip of major technology corporations, including Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft, in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), warning of potential harm to consumers.
Meta employees discussed buying Simon & Schuster to train AI models, report reveals
Internal meetings at Meta reportedly revealed discussions among managers, lawyers, and engineers about acquiring Simon & Schuster to obtain books for training the company’s AI tools. The recordings, shared with the New York Times, indicate deliberations on purchasing the renowned publishing house to access its vast catalog for AI training, raising ethical and legal concerns.
Klarna Embraces AI to Drive Efficiency, Opts Against Hiring New Staff
Financial technology giant Klarna announces plans to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) instead of hiring new employees, signaling a shift in the job market due to advancements in AI technology.
