In this article: Russia faces challenges due to Western sanctions on AI hardware BRICS AI Alliance includes Brazil, China, India, South Africa, and others Russia aims to boost AI’s GDP contribution to 11.2 trillion roubles by 2030 Click the link to read more details https://www.reuters.com/technology/artificial-intelligence/russia-teams-up-with-brics-create-ai-alliance-putin-says-2024-12-11/
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In this article: Manufacturing is a vital economic pillar in ASEAN, contributing 16%-27% of GDP in countries like Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam. Digital transformation has enhanced efficiency but increased exposure to cyber threats, with manufacturing being Singapore’s most ransomware-impacted sector in 2023. Operational technology (OT) systems, once considered secure, are now targeted due to […]
In this article: A Washington research conference highlighted progress in AI regulation through executive orders, international agreements, and resolutions, but warned of persistent regulatory gaps. Shigeo Yamada, Japan’s ambassador to the US, emphasized the risk of “AI safe havens,” where unregulated AI development could undermine global governance efforts. Yamada acknowledged challenges in engaging nations with […]
In this article: The CCIA report warns that overly broad or inconsistent AI regulations could stifle innovation and create costly compliance burdens. It analyzes the flood of AI policies introduced in 2024, highlighting state-level trends, challenges, and implications. Key legislative approaches include safety guardrails, digital provenance, deepfake regulations, and AI task forces, with efforts led […]
In this article: Beijing says it is also probing Nvidia over Mellanox deal Move comes days after the US’ latest chip curbs Nvidia has been caught up in US-China friction Click the link to read more details https://www.reuters.com/technology/china-investigates-nvidia-over-suspected-violation-antimonopoly-law-2024-12-09/
In this article: Sora.com now offers Sora Turbo, a faster version of the AI video generation model, available to ChatGPT Plus and Pro users. Users can create realistic videos up to 1080p resolution and 20 seconds long, with tools for remixing assets and specifying inputs frame by frame. New features include an intuitive interface, storyboard […]
In this article: Freshfields’ attorneys examine generative AI’s global impact Companies must understand how regulators approach AI Click the link to read more details https://news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/ai-regulation-is-evolving-globally-and-businesses-need-to-keep-up
In this article: MeitY responded to a Rajya Sabha query on guidelines for organizations working on AI. NASSCOM and industry stakeholders are collaborating on voluntary AI regulation guidelines. The government aims to encourage voluntary adoption of good practices through a supportive environment. The query was raised by Derek O’Brien, asking about guideline development and stakeholder […]
In this article: Brazil’s Senate Temporary Committee on Artificial Intelligence approved a bill to regulate AI use, now under plenary debate. An urgent motion was passed, but the vote was postponed to Tuesday, December 10. Proposed by Senate President Rodrigo Pacheco, the bill aims for finalization this year during his tenure. The bill introduces the […]
In this article: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed a consent order against IntelliVision Technologies Corp. (IntelliVision) for misleading claims about its facial recognition software. The order alleges that IntelliVision falsely claimed its AI-powered software was free of gender and racial bias and had high accuracy rates. The company’s claim of training the software on […]
