AI is just someone else’s computer
Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT and Google Bard may seem cutting edge, but the underlying infrastructure is nothing new.
AI is just someone else’s computer by Carly Page originally published on TechCrunch
We Are in a Mental Health Crisis — Here’s How Leaders Can Create High Performance Workplaces
Marketing leaders should prioritize mental health by restructuring workflows, thoughtfully using technology and fostering a supportive culture to achieve sustainable success and innovation.
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Ask Sophie: Will I be allowed into the U.S. if my passport expires in 5 months?
I’m planning to stay in the U.S. for a couple of months, but I just realized that my passport expires in September. Should I delay my trip?
Ask Sophie: Will I be allowed into the U.S. if my passport expires in 5 months? by Walter Thompson originally published on TechCrunch
Four investors explain why AI ethics can’t be an afterthought
Some onus lies on investors to make sure these new technologies are being built by founders with ethics in mind.
Four investors explain why AI ethics can’t be an afterthought by Dominic-Madori Davis originally published on TechCrunch
Bishop Fox lays off employees days after throwing conference party
Cybersecurity firm Bishop Fox laid off around 50 employees — or 13% of its workforce — on Tuesday, the company told TechCrunch. The layoffs come just a few days after the company threw a party at the cybersecurity conference RSA, where the company apparently served branded drinks that it called “cyber soup.” Bishop Fox’s official […]
Bishop Fox lays off employees days after throwing conference party by Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai originally published on TechCrunch
Databricks acquires AI-centric data governance platform Okera
Databricks today announced that it has acquired Okera, a data governance platform with a focus on AI. The two companies did not disclose the purchase price. According to Crunchbase, Okera previously raised just under $30 million. Investors include Felicis, Bessemer Venture Partners, Cyber Mentor Fund, ClearSky and Emergent Ventures. Data governance was already a hot […]
Databricks acquires AI-centric data governance platform Okera by Frederic Lardinois originally published on TechCrunch
Cybercrime Will Cost The World $8 Trillion This Year — Your Money is in Danger. Here’s Why Prioritizing Cybersecurity is Crucial to Mitigate Risk
Even in 2023, many organizations still fail to recognize the relevance of cybersecurity. However, as the reliance on technology grows, and new threats loom over the horizon, businesses must step up their security and ensure effective cyber hygiene practices.
Nova is building guardrails for generative AI content to protect brand integrity
As brands incorporate generative AI into their creative workflows to generate new content associated with the company, they need to tread carefully to be sure that the new material adheres to the company’s style and brand guidelines. Nova is an early-stage startup building a suite of generative AI tools designed to protect brand integrity, and […]
Nova is building guardrails for generative AI content to protect brand integrity by Ron Miller originally published on TechCrunch
Match says it’s ‘very possible’ Apple-Epic ruling could result in App Store fee relief
Dating app giant Match Group believes it’s “very possible” that the recent Apple-Epic Games antitrust appeals ruling, though largely in favor of Apple, may result in App Store fee relief for developers. Speaking to investors during Match’s Q1 earnings call, Match Group President and CFO Gary Swidler shared the company’s thinking on the historic ruling, […]
Match says it’s ‘very possible’ Apple-Epic ruling could result in App Store fee relief by Sarah Perez originally published on TechCrunch
Google now lets you access your account with passkeys rather than passwords
Google announced today that passkeys are now rolling out to Google Account users globally. The news comes nearly a year to the day after Google, Apple, Microsoft, and the FIDO Alliance announced a partnership to make frictionless passwordless logins a reality across devices, operating systems, and browsers. While multi-factor authentication mechanisms and password managers offer […]
Google now lets you access your account with passkeys rather than passwords by Paul Sawers originally published on TechCrunch
Spawning lays out plans for letting creators opt out of generative AI training
The legal spats between artists and the companies training AI on their artwork show no sign of abating. Within the span of a few months, several lawsuits have emerged over generative AI tech from companies including OpenAI and Stability AI, brought by plaintiffs who allege that copyrighted data — mostly art — was used without […]
Spawning lays out plans for letting creators opt out of generative AI training by Kyle Wiggers originally published on TechCrunch