Google warns that Gemini AI conversations are not private: Hashtag Trending, Wednesday, February 14th, 2024
Google advises you to be careful about what you say to its new AI model Gemini, ChatGPT is getting a memory, burglars have found a way to easily jam cloud based alarm systems and more from the X files – the Musk is out there. All this and more on this – this ain’t Vegas
OpenAI gives ChatGPT a digital memory
OpenAI is set to enhance the ChatGPT experience by integrating a digital memory feature, marking a significant leap forward in personalizing user interactions with its AI chatbot. This innovative addition aims to allow ChatGPT to retain information about individual users along with their preferences, thereby tailoring responses more closely to each user’s unique needs and […]
X/Twitter cracks down on criticism and suspends Irish journalist
Journalist Séamas O’Reilly has expressed disbelief and amusement after his account on X (formerly Twitter) was suspended shortly after he critiqued the platform in an article for the Irish Examiner. O’Reilly, whose account boasted over 100,000 followers and had been active for around 14 years, suspected the suspension was linked to his comments about the […]
Broadcom discontinues free version of VMWare ESXi hypervisor
Broadcom’s recent decision to discontinue the free version of VMware’s ESXi hypervisor marks a significant shift in the company’s strategy towards VMware products post-acquisition. This move away from offering a no-cost version of ESXi, a tool cherished by hobbyists, testers, and IT professionals for its ability to lead to production deployments and skill enhancement, raises […]
Apple’s malicious compliance with EU regulation angers developers
Apple’s recent adjustments to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) have stirred controversy, offering a classic case of “malicious compliance.” Ostensibly opening the door for app sideloading on iOS devices, the tech giant has imposed prohibitive commission fees on developers who pursue this path, essentially maintaining its monopolistic grip under the guise […]
Google warns that Gemini conversations are not private
Google’s latest Gemini privacy notice serves as a stark reminder of the potential privacy risks associated with AI applications. The tech giant explicitly warns users against sharing personal information with its Gemini app, formerly known as Bard, highlighting the type of data it collects during interactions. This development underscores the delicate balance between technological convenience […]
Ransomware gang claims it hit Canadian oil pipeline operator
Trans-Northern Pipeline admits there was a cyber attack in November and is investigating ot
Warning: Phishing campaign aimed at senior executives
Alert from Proofpoint includes indicators of
Serious IT incidents in Canadian financial sector almost tripled in 2023
MPs told there were 28 reportable Priority 1 IT incidents in 2023, up from 10 the y
