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OpenAI’s latest model tackles the ‘ignore all previous instructions’ trick

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OpenAI’s latest model tackles the ‘ignore all previous instructions’ trick

OpenAI has introduced GPT-4o Mini, which employs “instruction hierarchy” safety technique to protect chatbots from deceptive commands. OpenAI’s update to GPT-4o Mini is particularly timely given the ongoing debates about AI safety and transparency, with internal and external…

Jul 22, 2024
Kroger orders Ocado’s new automation for warehouse efficiency

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Kroger orders Ocado’s new automation for warehouse efficiency

Ocado has received a significant order from its partner Kroger for an array of new automated technologies to be deployed in its warehouses. Kroger is set to adopt Ocado’s latest innovations across its operational network of customer fulfilment centres (CFCs) and in future CFCs.

Jul 22, 2024
Top tech news stories today: July 22, 2024

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Top tech news stories today: July 22, 2024

From the Microsoft-CrowdStrike outage to OpenAI’s new model features, here are today’s top tech stories you need to know.

Jul 22, 2024
Donald Trump-7.22

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‘Almost’ all in crypto’s a winners in a second Trump administration

OUR TAKEUnder a potential second Trump administration, there was a notable resurgence of interest in cryptocurrency and digital assets, reflecting a pivotal shift in regulatory and economic landscapes. Donald Trump’s growing endorsement of bitcoin mining and digital currencies…

Jul 22, 2024
Ex-OpenAI engineer launches AI-integrated education platform

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Ex-OpenAI engineer launches AI-integrated education platform

Andrej Karpathy, ex-OpenAI engineer, has launched Eureka Labs, an AI-integrated education platform, aiming to revolutionise digital learning.

Jul 19, 2024
Nearly half of Japanese companies have no plan for AI use

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Nearly half of Japanese companies have no plan for AI use

Over 40% of Japanese companies have no plans to adopt AI technology, according to a survey conducted by Nikkei Research.

Jul 19, 2024
DeepL launches new LLM for business users

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DeepL launches new LLM for business users

DeepL, a vanguard in Language AI, has launched an avant-garde language model, meticulously crafted for translation and editing tasks.

Jul 19, 2024
Decoding the IP address classification system

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Decoding the IP address classification system

In IPv4, there are 4,294,967,296 IP addresses. These addresses are organised into five IP classes — A, B, C, D, and E.

Jul 19, 2024
NTT Data launches Edge AI platform for IoT and manufacturing

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NTT Data launches Edge AI platform for IoT and manufacturing

NTT Data has debuted its Edge AI platform, a transformative solution that accelerates AI processing at the data source, managing IoT devices and data for real-time decisions and secure AI integration.

Jul 19, 2024
Cybersecurity threats: The shadowy realities of digital espionage

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Cybersecurity threats: The shadowy realities of digital espionage

Cybersecurity threats are perpetrated by actors with malicious intentions, aimed at compromising data integrity, disrupting operational continuity or pilfering sensitive information.

Jul 19, 2024
6 most common types of cyber security attacks

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6 most common types of cyber security attacks

A cyber assault is a malicious endeavour initiated by digital malefactors, including cybercriminals and hackers, aimed at breaching the security of a computer network or system.

Jul 19, 2024
Chaotic scenes as global IT outage hits airports, banks and media

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Chaotic scenes as global IT outage hits airports, banks and media

OUR TAKEIt’s literally a modern-day “Butterfly Effect”. So many industries worldwide, from airlines to banks and even our daily news channels, have all stumbled over a massive IT failure. Airports in Sydney, Berlin, and Edinburgh are in chaos, with passengers as anxious as ants…

Jul 19, 2024
OpenAI releases GPT-4o Mini, a cheaper version of AI model

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OpenAI releases GPT-4o Mini, a cheaper version of AI model

OUR TAKE OpenAI, a leader in the field of artificial intelligence, has introduced a new, more cost-effective version of its latest AI model called GPT-4o Mini. The move aims to broaden its appeal and accessibility to developers and businesses, and provides a practical option for…

Jul 19, 2024
Netflix adds 8M subs in Q2, but cautious on ad growth

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Netflix adds 8M subs in Q2, but cautious on ad growth

Netflix added over 8 million subscribers in Q2, driven by a crackdown on password sharing and the popularity of hit shows. Netflix maintains a conservative stance on the potential for advertising revenue, projecting that it will not become a primary revenue driver until at least…

Jul 19, 2024
What is network address translation? Details you should know

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What is network address translation? Details you should know

Network Address Translation is used in networking to remap IP address space, which is essential for managing IP address allocation.

Jul 19, 2024
3 recommended secure protocols for network address translation

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3 recommended secure protocols for network address translation

Network address translation (NAT) facilitates efficient use of IP addresses, enhances security, and provides flexibility in network management.

Jul 19, 2024
6 reasons to use network address translation

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6 reasons to use network address translation

Network Address Translation (NAT) enables multiple devices on a local network to share a single public IP address.

Jul 19, 2024
GitLab explores sale amid rising acquisition interest

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GitLab explores sale amid rising acquisition interest

GitLab, a cloud-based software development tools provider, is reportedly exploring a sale after attracting acquisition interest.

Jul 19, 2024
EU antitrust regulators investigate Google and Samsung’s AI deal

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EU antitrust regulators investigate Google and Samsung’s AI deal

OUR TAKE EU Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager sent questionnaires in March to Microsoft, Google, Meta, Facebook, TikTok, and other large tech companies involved in AI collaboration. Previously, Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI sidestepped EU merger rules, and she…

Jul 19, 2024
What is IPv6 and What are Its Features?

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What is IPv6 and What are Its Features?

The internet’s backbone lies in its protocols, and IPv6 emerges as a groundbreaking evolution addressing the shortcomings of IPv4. With the exponential growth of devices and interconnected technologies, the need for an advanced, scalable, and secure protocol became paramount.…

Jul 19, 2024