Does Section 230 of the US Communication Decency Act protect users or tech platforms?
By allowing platforms to govern their digital spaces, Section 230 supports freedom of expression and guards against excessive censorship. Typically, Section 230 of the US Communication Decency Act is considered…
Meta’s use of pirated content in AI development raises legal and ethical challenges
The situation highlights the broader issue of balancing accessibility to information with the protection of intellectual property rights in the digital age. In its quest to develop the Llama 3…
Re-evaluating the scaling hypothesis: The AI industry’s shift towards innovative strategies
The need for innovative strategies beyond scaling is becoming clear, suggesting a pivot towards support for bold research and novel solutions to achieve reliable and intelligent AI systems. In recent…
Will DeepSeek force us to take application security seriously?
DeepSeek, the Chinese chatbot launched in January 2025, has made waves across the tech and security world. With over 10 million downloads, its rapid adoption raises an important question:…
Advanced Software fined £3m over LockBit attack
The UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has today fined Advanced Computer Software Group – now known as OneAdvanced – £3.07m for cyber security failings that exacerbated the impact of…
China’s AI industry is transforming with open-source models, challenging the OpenAI proprietary approach
The trend towards open-source frameworks in China suggests a path towards sustainable growth and inclusive technological advancement. China’s AI landscape is witnessing a profound transformation as it embraces open-source large…
Google launches advanced Gemini 2.5 AI
The Gemini 2.5 Pro model, part of Google’s new AI series, excels in areas like coding, maths, and science, demonstrating its ability to handle sophisticated tasks like generating video games.…