Europe Cracks Down, Crypto Rises, and Quantum Looms
"EU tightens AI laws, rogue Chrome extensions spill ChatGPT data, Bitcoin ETFs get Bank of America's nod, Quantum tech challenges encryption, and a fun brain game!"
4 little bits of Tech, that you might find interesting…
Good Morning and Happy Tuesday. This is issue 33 of The Tech Stop.
EU tightens AI laws, rogue Chrome extensions spill ChatGPT data, Bitcoin ETFs get Bank of America's nod, Quantum tech challenges encryption, and a fun brain game!
Europe is reasserting regulatory muscle over AI content via existing laws, signalling tougher scrutiny of AI-driven platforms operating in the EU. More.
POV: Tighten AI content controls and monitoring to meet existing EU laws.
Chrome users installed fake AI extensions that siphoned ChatGPT data to attackers, risking corporate espionage, compliance and privacy risk. More.
POV: Audit and remove unauthorised browser extensions, and educate employees about malicious add-ons.
Bank of America allows advisers to recommend Bitcoin ETFs, signalling institutional acceptance and for banks to integrate digital assets into core wealth offerings. More.
POV: Crypto is now a permanent asset class. Embed digital assets into mainstream financial products.
Quantum machines threaten encryption standards, and could disrupt secure digital infrastructure before standards are ready. More.
POV: Plan a quantum-safe security roadmap, and invest in quantum-resistant technology.
And just for fun, an addictive game keeps your brain engaged and your eyes off the screen.
That’s all for now folks, back next week 🎉
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