Alex Stamos, the former security chief at Facebook, asserted that the blue checkmark saga involving Elon Musk was a "self-own". Musk had removed prior blue check marks from those entitled to verification before the initiation of the paid feature known as Twitter Blue. Several celebrities and news organizations opposed the payment requirement, so Musk had to restore the blue check marks to those who apparently charged for it. Stamos stated on the Moderated Content podcast that this incident destroyed the existing trust system and may make Twitter "completely useless". He additionally disagreed with Musk's assumption that it was "masterclass in marketing". A trust system rethink is vital to secure the authenticity of Twitter.
Discover the shocking stories of tech-induced society in season 6 of Netflix's award-winning anthology series 'Black Mirror' starring Michael Cera, Aaron Paul and Salma Hayek Pinault. Prepare for the unexpected as the show challenges our own assumptions, exploring cyber-attacks and the toxicity of devastating tech innovations. Get ready for the thrilling journey starting June 2021.
Jacinda Ardern, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, is joining Harvard University this fall to work on dual fellowships. She will bring her inspiring leadership to the Harvard Kennedy School to share her experiences and learn from them as well. Ms. Ardern will also be part of the Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society, and her expertise is expected to contribute to the center's efforts to reduce online extremism. She is looking forward to making a meaningful contribution to the university.
. Discover how OpenAI's ChatGPT language model is revolutionizing the digital space. Learn about how automated bots and AI-generated content can threaten the quality of user experience, and why it's important to take steps to prevent this kind of content. With the help of AI, we can find more genuine content online.
ChatGPT, the revolutionary new AI chatbot, is stirring up plenty of debate since its November 2022 debut. From growing applications to being integrated into the Binance Academy – a leading platform for cryptocurrency exchange and blockchain development – ChatGPT helps answer queries related to Web3 with great accuracy. While major tech players like Microsoft, Google and Alibaba are launching their own versions of the tool, fears of AI’s impact on society lead to restrictions, probes and debates.
Explore the evolution of tech policy from Obama's optimism to Harris's vision at the Democratic National Convention. What's next for Democrats in tech?