In a significant development in the tech and media landscape, Meta Platforms has partnered with Reuters to enhance its AI chatbot capabilities with real-time news reporting. This collaboration signals Meta’s renewed commitment to licensed news distribution, following a period of scaling back such content due to prior controversies regarding misinformation and revenue sharing. The deal, […]
News Corp Initiates Legal Action Against Perplexity Over Copyright Infringement
In a significant legal move, News Corp, the prominent media conglomerate behind prestigious publications such as The Wall Street Journal and the New York Post, has filed a lawsuit against the AI-powered search engine Perplexity. The lawsuit centers on allegations of copyright infringement, with claims that Perplexity has unlawfully utilized extensive portions of News Corp’s […]
Ukraine Raises Alarm Over Intensified Cyber Misinformation by Russia
As geopolitical tensions escalate, Ukraine is increasingly vocal about the cyber threats posed by Russia, particularly regarding the use of generative AI in misinformation campaigns. During a recent cyber conference in Singapore, Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign Minister Anton Demokhin underscored the severity of the situation, emphasizing that these disinformation tactics are evolving and becoming more sophisticated […]
UK Police Scale Back Presence on X Over Misinformation Worries
In a significant shift, several British police forces are reducing their presence on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, due to rising concerns over the dissemination of extremist content and misinformation. This comes on the heels of riots that erupted in the UK this past summer, largely fueled by false claims circulating […]
AI and Election Manipulation: A Growing Threat
As artificial intelligence continues to advance, its applications have made headlines across various sectors, from healthcare to finance. However, one of the most concerning uses of AI is in election manipulation. OpenAI, the organization behind ChatGPT, recently reported an alarming trend: cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging its AI models to create misleading content aimed at influencing […]
Rising Concerns Over Foreign Interference in U.S. Elections
As the U.S. presidential election approaches, apprehension regarding foreign interference is intensifying. Reports from the Department of Homeland Security underscore the likelihood of meddling by nations like Russia, Iran, and China. The annual threat assessment reveals that these countries are employing artificial intelligence to disseminate misinformation and fabricate deceptive websites. One of the most notable […]
The British High Commission to Strengthen Digital Communities in Kenya
The British High Commission in Kenya has initiated an impactful project aimed at bridging the digital divide and enhancing digital inclusivity in the nation. With a funding allocation of Sh390 million (approximately $2.7 million), the ‘Strengthening Digital Communities’ initiative targets marginalized groups, including women, youth, senior citizens, and people with disabilities, in Busia and Mandera […]
X Moves to Comply with Brazil’s Court Amid Misinformation Crackdown
In a notable shift, Elon Musk’s social media platform, X, has informed Brazil’s Supreme Court that it has adhered to orders aimed at combating the spread of misinformation. This decision follows an extended period of defiance against the Brazilian judiciary, which had previously characterized Musk’s stance as a challenge to censorship. The court had imposed […]
US Senate Examines Tech Giants' Responses to Foreign Disinformation Ahead of Elections
In a critical session held on September 18, 2024, members of the US Senate Intelligence Committee interrogated major technology companies about their strategies to mitigate foreign disinformation threats as the November elections approach. With increasing concerns over the integrity of the electoral process, executives from Google, Microsoft, and Meta (formerly Facebook) were put in the […]
New Google Update Will Identify AI-Edited Images
In a significant move aimed at combatting misinformation and enhancing transparency, Google has announced plans to introduce a groundbreaking feature that will identify images generated or altered using artificial intelligence (AI). This update is set to be rolled out across various Google platforms including Search, Google Lens, and the Circle to Search feature on Android […]