The global AI market is expected to reach $4.8 trillion by 2033, comparable to Germany's economy, according to a UN report. The UN Trade and Development agency warns that nearly half of the world's jobs could be affected by this transformation, highlighting the potential for deepening existing inequalities.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/04/05/news/national/ai-seen-to-impact-40-of-jobs-worldwide/2086757The Indian government is considering the possibility of ChatGPT, a popular AI chatbot, being used to create Aadhaar IDs, a unique identification number for Indians. To differentiate between real and fake Aadhaar IDs, the government has released a step-by-step guide. The guide provides tips on how to verify the authenticity of an Aadhaar ID, including checking the ID's serial number, verifying the holder's details with the Aadhaar database, and ensuring the ID is not tampered with.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/chatgpt-can-create-aadhaar-how-to-differentiate-between-real-and-fake-govt-id-a-step-by-step-guide-11743755165648.htmlWhatsApp is testing AI-suggested topics and a voice chat feature in its beta version, which could potentially change the way users interact with the platform. The new features aim to provide more personalized content and make conversations easier. WhatsApp's beta testers will be able to see suggested topics based on their interests and engage in voice chats with friends or family members. This update may enhance the overall user experience but also raises concerns about data privacy and security.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/whatsapp-beta-hints-at-ai-suggested-topics-and-voice-chat-feature-what-it-means-for-users-11743782377146.htmlThe social media platform X is under scrutiny for allegedly violating EU regulations by failing to provide necessary data for researchers studying disinformation, not disclosing sufficient information about advertisers, and verifying user authenticity. The company has defended its business practices, stating it has complied with the Digital Services Act, but faces potential enforcement actions from the European Commission, which could be seen as an unprecedented act of censorship on free speech.
https://www.pymnts.com/news/regulation/2025/report-eu-to-announce-digital-services-act-penalties-against-x-this-summer/Extsy has implemented robust security measures, including advanced encryption techniques and multi-layered defences, to safeguard user funds and personal information from cyber threats. The company's partnership with Hacken has earned it official certification, setting a new standard for security in the crypto industry and providing users with confidence in their transactions.
https://dailyhodl.com/2025/04/04/extsy-officially-launches-on-april-4th-2025-a-new-era-of-seamless-crypto-trading-with-industry-leading-features/The US government's delay in enforcing a ban on TikTok has raised concerns about national security, with experts warning that controlling the app's algorithm under ByteDance's authority does not alleviate these risks. Chris Pierson, CEO of BlackCloak, stated that data control and algorithmic control remain the main issues, as they do not change the underlying purpose or risks presented. The delay has sparked over 130 lawsuits, with Alan Rozenshtein, a University of Minnesota law professor, arguing that President Trump's actions violate the law by unilaterally declaring a non-enforcement period instead of negotiating a deal and notifying Congress.
https://stltoday.com/news/nation-world/article_05184e09-969f-5b08-ab2d-f74a087c6853.htmlTikTok's algorithm will remain under ByteDance's control after a delay in the ban on the social media platform, raising national security concerns. The US government had passed a law banning TikTok due to its ties to China, but Trump's extension has kept these controls in place. Chris Pierson, CEO of BlackCloak, warns that this maintains risks as data and algorithm control are still under a foreign company with potential malicious intentions. A Pew Research Center survey found Americans are more divided on the issue than two years ago, with 8 in 10 supporters citing data security concerns as a major factor.
https://www.khou.com/article/news/nation-world/trump-extends-tiktok-ban-deadline/507-9ea046a3-076f-4b09-8637-2f9e420a8939The US government has seen significant job losses under President Trump's administration, with Challenger, Gray & Christmas reporting 279,445 job cuts across 27 government agencies since his inauguration on January 20. This includes reductions in federal support and contract terminations, affecting nonprofits and healthcare organizations as well. Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency is particularly notable for its substantial job losses, exceeding a quarter of a million jobs.
https://nypost.com/2025/04/03/business/elon-musks-doge-slashed-280000-jobs-from-federal-government/Meta Platforms plans to release its latest large language model, Llama 4, later this month after multiple delays. The delay is attributed to the model not meeting Meta's expectations on technical benchmarks, particularly in reasoning and math tasks. The company is also concerned that Llama 4 lags behind OpenAI's ChatGPT in humanlike voice conversations. To address this, Meta may borrow technical aspects from Chinese tech firm DeepSeek, which has developed a lower-cost AI model that challenges the notion of requiring billions of dollars to develop the best AI model.
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