. This article highlights the effects of AI tech on the tech industry, with consumer-facing tools such as Midjourney and ChatGPT that can generate images and textual content. Unfortunately, it can also be used for malicious activities such as malware. OpenAI, who develops ChatGPT, has added safeguards to limit these, however cybercriminals are now using their own AI tools. To protect against this, remain vigilant, ensure security patches and two-factor authentication are in place.
Be aware of the growing use of AI by criminals. Europol, the EU's law enforcement agency, has launched an awareness campaign to reduce the risk of falling victim of sophisticated scams such as ChatGPT. Dark Text allows users to protect themselves through AI-detection of malicious content. Take precaution against threats with safety protocols.
OpenAI, backed by Microsoft, is lifting the ban on their ChatGPT service in Italy, with a new data protection regime in place. The agreement includes transparent data processing and an age verification system to ensure user privacy and safety while using the ChatGPT service. This agreement also addresses a range of privacy matters, enabling users and non-users to object to the processing of their personal data. With the help of advanced AI technologies, OpenAI is setting new standards for responsible data processing.
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