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EU Reaches Agreement on Cyber Resilience Act to Safeguard Connected Devices

The Cyber Resilience Act, which aims to defend internetconnected gadgets, including computers, refrigerators, mobile apps, and smart devices, against

The Cyber Resilience Act, which aims to defend internetconnected gadgets, including computers, refrigerators, mobile apps, and smart devices, against cyber attacks, has been agreed upon by legislators and EU member states. The law, which the European Commission put out in September 2021, applies to any connected goods directly or indirectly to other networks or devices. It sets cybersecurity standards to design, develop, produce, and market hardware and software products. Manufacturers must evaluate cybersecurity risks, offer conformance declarations, and resolve issues throughout the anticipated product life or for a minimum of five years. The regulations also improve reporting of cyber events and transparency. Compared to the estimated €29 billion in compliance expenses, the EU estimates that these steps might save corporations roughly €290 billion a year. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

CEOs of Meta, Snap, and Discord to Face US Senate Committee Over Child Safety Online

On December 8, 2023, a US Senate committee will interview CEOs of significant social media companies—such as Meta, Snap, and Discord—about their i

On December 8, 2023, a US Senate committee will interview CEOs of significant social media companies—such as Meta, Snap, and Discord—about their inability to provide online kid safety. The CEOs of X previously Google X, Jason Citron of Discord, Linda Yaccarino of X, and Evan Spiegel of Snap are those scheduled to testify. The hearings primary focus will be on the firms failures to protect minors who use their services. The committee has been working on measures to combat child sexual exploitation online, including bills to create a National Commission on Online Child Sexual Exploitation Prevention and remove tech businesses immunity from specific legal penalties relating to child sexual abuse content. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Tech Giants, Including Amazon and Google, Pledge to Combat Online Fraud in the UK

Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and eleven other large IT giants are scheduled to sign the "Online Fraud Charter" with the UK government, committing to ste

Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and eleven other large IT giants are scheduled to sign the "Online Fraud Charter" with the UK government, committing to stepping up efforts to combat online fraud. The voluntary agreement includes committing to ban and deleting fraudulent content from their platforms. Within six months, the signatories—Meta Platforms, Snap, and TikTok—will put the agreedupon measures into effect. The goal of the agreement is to fight the growing issue of online fraud, which has emerged as the most frequent crime in the United Kingdom. Some solutions include simplified procedures for reporting fraudulent content, tighter cooperation with law enforcement, more verification on peertopeer marketplaces, and improved identity verification for online dating services. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Google DeepMinds AI Predicts Structure of 2 Million Materials for Breakthrough Discoveries

By applying artificial intelligence AI to anticipate the structure of more than two million novel materials, Google DeepMind has the potential to tran

By applying artificial intelligence AI to anticipate the structure of more than two million novel materials, Google DeepMind has the potential to transform the process of material discovery and synthesis completely. This discovery might result in better computer processors, solar panels, and batteries. DeepMinds AI aims to expedite the material discovery process, which is currently an expensive and timeconsuming procedure. The AI was trained using data from the Materials Project. The AI company intends to make its data available to the scientific community to promote cooperation and more discoveries. The emphasis will now turn to projecting how simple it will be to synthesise the recently suggested materials in a lab setting. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Microsoft President Addresses AI Concerns AGI Breakthrough Unlikely in 12 Months

After OpenAIs internal project Q* pronounced QStar, Microsoft President Brad Smith addressed worries about superintelligent artificial intelligence AI

After OpenAIs internal project Q* pronounced QStar, Microsoft President Brad Smith addressed worries about superintelligent artificial intelligence AI. According to Smith, AGI artificial general intelligence overtaking humans in economically significant jobs is unlikely to occur in the next 12 months and may take years or decades despite predictions of a potentially catastrophic breakthrough. He highlighted the necessity of concentrating on AI system safety precautions and argued in favour of safety brakes to guarantee human control over vital infrastructure. Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, was purportedly fired and then reinstated due to several issues, including commercialising breakthroughs before weighing the consequences. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

ACCC Report Big Techs Growth Requires Updated Regulations for Fair Play

The ACCCs report on digital giants—Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft—finds no direct evidence of anticompetitive behavior but suggests up

The ACCCs report on digital giants—Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft—finds no direct evidence of anticompetitive behavior but suggests updated regulations due to their vast expansion into new markets. ACCC Chair Gina CassGottlieb notes potential market dominance risks despite recognizing the benefits of connected services. Concerns involve bundled services, preinstalled apps, default settings, and selfpromotion, potentially establishing these firms as market gatekeepers. Cloud storage practices limiting consumer options and data collection by these companies, particularly with smart home devices, raise concerns about the necessity and extent of collected data. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Google Slides Gets Recording Feature Create Engaging Presentations Easily

Google Workspace introduces a slides recording feature on Chrome for Google Slides users, enabling recording presentations with embedded webcam and vo

Google Workspace introduces a slides recording feature on Chrome for Google Slides users, enabling recording presentations with embedded webcam and voiceover. Available for Workspace Business, Enterprise, and Education customers soon, this feature simplifies sharing engaging video presentations without thirdparty tools. Users can leverage computer cameras and microphones for voice and video input without additional tools. Instructions for recording involve selecting Rec, choosing Record new video, initiating recording, and saving to Drive, capped at 30 minutes per session, counting towards Google Drive storage. Exclusive to Google Chrome on desktop, recordings are stored in a designated "Slides Recordings" folder in Drive, accessible via the Drive mobile app but not creatable or viewable within the Slides mobile app. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Streamlined Navigation Google Drive Overhauls Home Page for Efficiency

Google Drive is undergoing a transformation with its home page, aiming to improve file discovery and speed up access to essential documents. Utilizing

Google Drive is undergoing a transformation with its home page, aiming to improve file discovery and speed up access to essential documents. Utilizing Googles machine learning, the update offers tailored suggestions based on various factors like recent activity and connected Calendar events. The revamped homepage introduces Filter Chips for easy file sorting by type, people, dates, and locations, enhancing organization and collaboration. Following Material Design 3 guidelines, the visual overhaul focuses on streamlined navigation and a modern interface. Users can opt out if they prefer the previous setup by accessing My Drive and selecting the Change to My Drive option. The rollout began on November 28, with gradual deployment, ensuring a more personalized and efficient Google Drive experience. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          



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