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Exploring institutions for global AI governance
New white paper investigates models and functions of international institutions that could help manage opportunities and mitigate risks of advanced AI Growing awareness of the global impact of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) has inspired public discussions about the need for international governance structures to help manage opportunities and mitigate risks involved. Many discussions have drawn…
‘Tesla Takedown’ protesters are planning a global day of action on March 29, and things might get ugly | TechCrunch
“Tesla Takedown” organizers have promised their biggest day of global action this weekend, encouraging thousands to protest outside Tesla showrooms, dealerships, and even charging stations to peacefully object to Elon Musk’s role in slashing government spending. As Tesla protests have spread, so has the backlash. Activists holding up signs are being conflated with masked vandals…
GraphCast: AI model for faster and more accurate global weather forecasting
Research Published 14 November 2023 Authors Remi Lam on behalf of the GraphCast team Our state-of-the-art model delivers 10-day weather predictions at unprecedented accuracy in under one minute The weather affects us all, in ways big and small. It can dictate how we dress in the morning, provide us with green energy and, in the…
Digital Imperialism Analysis: Global Power Dynamics & Equitable Internet
Imagine waking up one day to find that every aspect of your life – from your morning coffee routine to your deepest secrets – is controlled by a handful of corporations halfway across the world. Your data, your choices, your very identity, all neatly packaged and monetized without your knowledge or consent. Sound like a…
Global VC investments rose 5.4% to $368.5B in 2024, but deals fell 17% | NVCA/Pitchbook
Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More Global venture capital investments rose to $368.5 billion in 2024, up 5.4% from $349.4 billion a year earlier, according to the first look at the Q4 2024 Pitchbook-NVCA Venture Monitor report. But the number of global…
LockBit Developer Rostislav Panev Charged for Billions in Global Ransomware Damages
A dual Russian and Israeli national has been charged in the United States for allegedly being the developer of the now-defunct LockBit ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operation since its inception in or around 2019 through at least February 2024. Rostislav Panev, 51, was arrested in Israel earlier this August and is currently awaiting extradition, the U.S. Department…