The European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA) aims to regulate online platforms' use of AI and machine learning in employee management. The Commission is set to explore specific legislation on algorithmic management, which could lead to a shift in how companies like Amazon and Google manage their workforce. This move may impact the way employees are monitored and controlled by algorithms, raising concerns about worker autonomy and job security.
https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-ban-bot-european-commission-bar-ai-agent-join-online-meeting/Social media platforms should enhance content moderation efforts to combat manipulation campaigns, which use AI-driven capabilities to infiltrate users' networks with deceptive posts. This includes making it harder for malicious actors to create fake accounts and automate posting, thereby increasing users' resilience to such campaigns.
https://www.rawstory.com/foreign-social-media/Hong Kong aims to accelerate construction of Northern Metropolis, leveraging Hong Kong Science Park and Cyberport, as well as cooperation platforms in Shenzhen and Guangzhou, to attract digital integration enterprises and form industrial clusters around AI, big data, cloud computing, and blockchain. The "one country, two systems" framework will be used to build cross-border data flow mechanisms aligned with international rules. A conference attended by nearly 1,000 delegates from over 30 countries emphasized the importance of talent development in the digital sector, with experts like Zhang Donggang and John Hoffman highlighting the potential of AI to transform businesses and society.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/central-government-backs-hk-as-digital-hub-302431293.htmlJamaica's outsourcing sector is experiencing a seismic shift with AI becoming a key to prosperity, led by companies like itel International. Demonstrations of its capabilities were well-received at industry events, showcasing automated QA tools and advanced sentiment analysis that track customer and agent sentiment in real-time. Itel continues to innovate with new AI features, solidifying its position as an industry pioneer and innovator.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/itel-demonstrates-that-the-caribbean-is-a-technology-leader-in-the-global-services-sector-302430680.htmlJZMOR has launched a new risk control system that integrates artificial intelligence, big data analytics, and blockchain technology to ensure seamless trading experiences. The system uses AI algorithms to analyze massive amounts of trading data, detect abnormal behavior, and trigger risk alerts. It also employs multi-layer encryption and real-time data comparison to guarantee the legality and transparency of every transaction. JZMOR aims to simplify complex technologies into user-friendly experiences while embedding security measures into every transaction process, with a goal of driving industry standardization towards a more transparent, fair, and secure future.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/04/17/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/jzmor-launches-new-ai-risk-control-technology-a-strong-guardian-for-user-assets/2094123Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated the Amravati Airport, hailing it as a "great news" for Maharashtra. Meanwhile, forest officials trapped a leopard inside the ICRISAT campus on the outskirts of Hyderabad. In football, Arsenal's return to the Champions League semifinals has left Real Madrid without a chance. Global chipmakers are feeling the impact of US President Donald Trump's shifting trade policy, with Nvidia reportedly keeping some Chinese customers in the dark about new US chip clampdowns. An engineering student was arrested in Bengaluru for attacking his parents and sister with a knife. Intel will need a license to export AI chips to Chinese clients, according to a report. OpenAI is reportedly in talks to buy Windsurf for approximately $3 billion.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/pm-modi-hails-inauguration-of-amravati-airport-says-its-a-great-news-for-maharashtra/article69459360.eceOpenAI is in talks to acquire AI coding tool Windsurf for $3 billion, according to Bloomberg. Windsurf, formerly known as Codeium, has raised over $200 million in venture capital funding. This would be OpenAI's largest acquisition to date.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/technology/openai-in-talks-to-acquire-ai-coding-tool-windsurf-for-3-billion-report-1873378OpenAI is developing a prototype that leverages its ChatGPT technology to create images for social media content, with CEO Sam Altman seeking private feedback on the project.
https://en.tempo.co/read/1997646/openai-reportedly-developing-its-own-social-networkOpenAI has launched two new AI models, o3 and o4-mini, which are said to be the smartest models released by the company to date. These models are trained to think longer before responding, indicating a significant improvement in their cognitive abilities compared to previous versions.
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