Security was top of mind when Dr. Marcus Botacin, assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Texas A&M University, heard about large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT. LLMs…
A brain implant designed to help control seizures is hijacked. A pacemaker receives fake signals, disrupting its rhythm. A hacker infiltrates an insulin pump, delivering a fatal overdose. While these scenarios sound…
Policymakers should address algorithmic harms by prioritizing long-term user value instead of relying on overly simplistic solutions like mandating chronological feeds. In the United States, state and federal lawmakers have introduced more…
Sophos’s account of its recent active cyber defense campaign can help shape norms of “responsible behavior” in cyberspace. Accountability and responsibility are important topics in debates about cybersecurity. While policymakers and analysts…
Vance’s further details the administration’s AI vision at a16z summit: deregulation at home and protectionism abroad. The Trump administration has wasted no time in overhauling the federal government’s approach to artificial intelligence…
In January, U.S President Donald Trump tasked his advisors to develop by July 2025 an AI Action Plan, a roadmap intended to “sustain and enhance America’s AI dominance.” This call to action mirrors…
In the ever-evolving landscape of wireless communication, security remains a paramount concern. A recent study published in Engineering delves into the realm of intelligent covert communication, exploring its latest advancements and future research trends.…
A Justice Department report reflects early success and shortcomings of the agreement, especially around protecting U.S. cybersecurity. The Department of Justice recently renewed its CLOUD Act agreement with the United Kingdom. It also submitted a…
A review of Mejias and Couldry, “Data Grab: The New Colonialism of Big Tech and How to Fight Back” (University of Chicago Press, 2024). Last year, I carried Ulises A. Mejias and…
Challenge Provides Industry Partners Unique Opportunity to Test, Refine and Showcase Remote Identity Technologies The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) announces the launch of the Remote Identity Validation…
