A new Darktrace report has found that four in five IT executives fear the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence in cyberattacks, with 78% of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) citing AI-powered threats as a significant concern for their organization. The survey of over 1,500 cybersecurity professionals across 14 countries revealed that despite this threat, almost two-thirds (60%) of respondents feel adequately prepared to defend against these attacks, an increase of 15% from the previous year.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/ai-powered-cyber-threats-are-becoming-the-biggest-worry-for-businesses-everywhereSouth Korea and Japan have introduced new regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) use, aiming to prevent its misuse. The South Korean AI law is less extensive than the EU's AI Act, while Japan's draft law focuses on preventing the misuse of AI technology. This move comes as the US administration has stepped back from implementing domestic rules around AI, despite some major economies taking steps to regulate its use.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/artificial-intelligence/south-korea-japan-join-global-moves-to-add-guardrails-on-ai-useSouth Korea and Japan have joined other countries in developing regulations for the use of artificial intelligence (AI), with South Korean law being less extensive than the EU's AI Act. The Japanese draft law aims to prevent the misuse of AI, while both nations' moves could impact US companies operating globally.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/ip-law/south-korea-japan-join-global-moves-to-add-guardrails-on-ai-useNvidia is facing an investigation by regulators over potential false and misleading statements regarding its sales to Chinese buyers of its newest AI chips, which contradict reports that the US company has been actively working with the US government to restrict chip exports to China. The Wall Street Journal reported on March 2, 2025, that Chinese companies are ordering Nvidia's latest AI chips, despite US efforts to limit their sale.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nvda-investors-have-opportunity-to-join-nvidia-corporation-fraud-investigation-with-the-schall-law-firm-302392298.htmlAI companies are developing strategies to lock users into their platforms, making it difficult for them to switch to competitors. This is a concern as AI tools become increasingly prevalent in daily life, potentially harming consumers and stifling innovation.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/tech-and-telecom-law/ai-companies-are-charting-a-path-to-lock-users-in-for-lifeUS First Lady Melania Trump expressed support for the Take It Down Act, a bill aimed at protecting Americans from deepfake revenge pornography. The bill, introduced by Senator Ted Cruz, would require social media platforms to remove non-consensual intimate imagery upon notification from a victim. Melania spoke out against Democrats not prioritizing the bill's passage, urging bipartisan support instead of partisan politics. She highlighted the alarming threat of privacy breaches in the AI-driven world and the devastating mental health consequences of non-consensual deepfakes on teenagers, including victims who are often targeted by their own classmates.
Minnesota is considering a new bill to crack down on "nudification" technology, which creates highly realistic and explicit videos and images of people without their consent. The bill, backed by Democratic Sen. Erin Maye Quade, would target companies that run websites and apps allowing users to upload photos that are then transformed into explicit content. The proposal aims to prevent the material from being created in the first place, rather than just banning its dissemination. Experts warn that the bill may be unconstitutional on free speech grounds, but advocates say it's necessary due to the rapid advancement of AI technology. Several states and Congress have introduced similar bills, including a federal bill approved by the U.S. Senate, which would make it a crime to publish nonconsensual sexual imagery, including AI-generated deepfakes.
https://apnews.com/article/minnesota-legislature-pornography-artificial-intelligence-nudification-3147de9d15d943421be32d4497d6f79aThe proliferation of AI tools is outpacing efforts to regulate non-consensual deepfakes, with California and Florida among US states that have passed laws making such content punishable offenses. Campaigners are urging Congress to pass legislation, including the Take It Down Act, to regulate creation and dissemination. Singer Taylor Swift has been a victim of deepfake porn, while AI-generated child sexual abuse material is considered illegal by the FBI. Melania Trump warned about safeguarding children from hurtful online behavior during a roundtable discussion, marking her first solo public engagement since Donald Trump's second White House term.
https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-thoughts/2025/03/04/us-first-lady-backs-deepfake-porn-bill-in-first-solo-engagementAI companies are developing strategies to lock users into their platforms, making it difficult for them to switch to competitors. This approach is raising concerns about anti-competitive and anti-consumer practices. Apple Inc's OpenAI Inc and Microsoft Corp have been mentioned in the context of AI labs and regulatory challenges. Tennessee AG and a law professor have expressed concerns about the impact of lock-in on consumers, highlighting the need for lawmakers to focus on interoperability and data portability.
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