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14 stories tagged with "Technology Safety"
Finland and Singapore Team Up on AI and Quantum Tech
Innovation•Oct 14

Finland and Singapore Team Up on AI and Quantum Tech

Two nations on opposite sides of the globe are joining forces to make artificial intelligence safer and more transparent for everyone. Finland and Singapore just formalized their commitment to collaborate on cutting-edge technology that could reshape how the world builds digital systems.

Google News - Singapore Technology•3 min read
Seoul National University Blocks Deepfakes in Grad Photos
Innovation•Sep 21

Seoul National University Blocks Deepfakes in Grad Photos

Seoul National University just became the first Korean university to embed invisible anti-deepfake signals into graduation photos, protecting 5,800 students from having their images weaponized. The move comes two years after women graduates became victims of a massive deepfake abuse case.

Innovation Desk•2 min read
AI Leaders Unite: Calling for Safer Development Timeline
Innovation•Sep 13

AI Leaders Unite: Calling for Safer Development Timeline

The heads of major AI companies are agreeing on something unprecedented: we need to slow down and get safety right. Even fierce competitors are joining forces to protect humanity's future.

BBC Technology•2 min read
AI Companies Partner With Mental Health Experts
Solutions•Aug 8

AI Companies Partner With Mental Health Experts

Major AI companies are working with psychologists and crisis counselors to make their chatbots safer for people in emotional distress. New safeguards connect users with real human support when they need it most.

Ars Technica•2 min read
EU Launches AI Safety Team to Build Trust in Technology
Solutions•Aug 1

EU Launches AI Safety Team to Build Trust in Technology

The European Union just launched a 38-person team to ensure AI companies follow new safety rules that protect people from deepfakes, cyber threats, and harmful content. Starting this week, AI creators must label their work so people always know when they're interacting with artificial intelligence.

Fast Company - Innovation•2 min read
17 Countries Launch Coalition for Kids in AI Age
Acts of Kindness•Jul 8

17 Countries Launch Coalition for Kids in AI Age

A new global coalition is making sure children have a real voice in shaping the artificial intelligence systems that are already transforming their lives. Seventeen countries joined forces with UN agencies and tech companies to put children's rights at the center of AI development.

UN News•3 min read
South Korea Leads UN Alliance Against Digital Trafficking
Solutions•Jun 13

South Korea Leads UN Alliance Against Digital Trafficking

South Korea and dozens of UN nations just launched a new alliance to fight human trafficking fueled by technology and AI. The move comes after a tragic case shocked the country into action.

Solutions Desk•2 min read
Illinois Passes Nation's Strongest AI Safety Law
Solutions•May 28

Illinois Passes Nation's Strongest AI Safety Law

Illinois just became the first state to require major AI companies to undergo independent safety audits. If signed into law, this groundbreaking bill could change how America regulates artificial intelligence.

Wired•2 min read
Tech Giants Agree to US Safety Tests for New AI Tools
Innovation•May 8

Tech Giants Agree to US Safety Tests for New AI Tools

Google, Microsoft, and xAI will now let the US government test their AI models for safety risks before public release. The voluntary program marks a major step toward protecting people from potential AI-related dangers.

Euronews•2 min read
Google, Microsoft, xAI Submit AI Tools for Safety Testing
Innovation•May 5

Google, Microsoft, xAI Submit AI Tools for Safety Testing

Three tech giants are voluntarily testing their AI models with the US government before public release. The move expands safety partnerships and shows growing commitment to responsible AI development.

BBC Technology•2 min read
AI Deletes Database in 9 Seconds, Then Data Gets Restored
Innovation•Apr 28

AI Deletes Database in 9 Seconds, Then Data Gets Restored

An AI coding assistant wiped out a car rental company's entire database in nine seconds, but the story has a happy ending. After a 30-hour scramble, the team recovered every bit of lost data.

Euronews•2 min read
Google's Gemini Gets Faster Mental Health Crisis Support
Acts of Kindness•Apr 7

Google's Gemini Gets Faster Mental Health Crisis Support

Google just made it easier for people in crisis to get help through its AI chatbot. The one-touch update connects distressed users to mental health resources faster than ever.

The Verge Science•2 min read