Nevadans could lose access to affordable internet without action from Congress

2024-03-20 07:37 AM by Tyler Fields

Taylor Patterson | Reno Gazette Journal In an era increasingly defined by digital connectivity, nearly 275,000 Nevada households are experiencing a new realm of opportunities, thanks to President Biden’s Affordable Connectivity Program. Originating from the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, this initiative marks a transformative investment in our nation’s infrastructure and competitiveness, particularly under …

AI deepfakes are part of 2024 election. Is federal regulation coming?

2024-03-10 03:13 AM by Eugen Boglaru

Deepfake detection: Have you been tricked by fake Obama? Deepfakes are video manipulations that can make people say seemingly strange things. Barack Obama and Nicolas Cage have been featured in these videos. Just the FAQs, USA TODAY Days before New Hampshire’s Jan. 23 primary, a robocall sounding a lot like President Joe Biden went out …

What Microsoft Insiders Really Think About the Company’s AI Future

2024-03-06 04:41 AM by Eugen Boglaru

Microsoft’s chance to be the leading AI platform for business has made it the world’s most valuable public company, as Wall Street gushes about a coming productivity revolution. Inside the software giant, the outlook is hopeful but the reality is less glamorous and the path to success less clear. That’s according to interviews with several …

Biden administration to investigate internet-connected Chinese vehicles

2024-02-29 03:42 AM by Tyler Fields

Washington — The Biden administration said Thursday it plans to investigate the national security risks posed by internet-connected vehicles from China, a probe that could result in a ban on Chinese vehicles in the United States. Administration officials noted that a potential ban on connected vehicles — or CVs — resulting from the investigation is …

What is a deepfake? How AI scams are threatening the 2024 election

2024-02-19 02:20 AM by Eugen Boglaru

Two days before the New Hampshire primary, Gail Huntley was just one of thousands of people who supposedly received a call from President Joe Biden telling them not to vote. “It’s important that you save your vote for the November election,” said the call. “Voting this Tuesday only enables the Republicans in their quest to …