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OpenAI Rejects $97.4 Billion Musk Bid

On Friday, OpenAI's board unanimously rejected a $97.4 billion acquisition bid from a consortium led by Elon Musk, citing its non-profit status and the bid's disingenuous nature; the rejection stems from ongoing disagreements over OpenAI's transition to a for-profit entity.

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Global AI Development: Export Controls' Futility

Approximately 20% of Apple iPhones are sold in China, demonstrating that even domestically-focused companies have significant global market reach; this contrasts with Amodei and Pottinger's argument that the U.S. must lead in AI for national security.

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Quantum Computing Threat Spurs Development of Quantum-Safe Cryptography

A KPMG survey reveals that 60 percent of large Canadian corporations fear quantum computing will soon allow cybercriminals to decrypt data, prompting the development of quantum-safe cryptography and a multi-faceted approach to cybersecurity by both the public and private sectors.

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Paris AI Summit: €150 Billion Investment Pledged for European AI

The Paris AI Action Summit saw €150 billion pledged for European AI development, alongside the launch of Current AI (€387 million) for open-source tools and social impact measurement, and a Mistral AI-Helsing partnership for AI in defense; French President Macron also promised €109 billion for Frenc...

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2% Chance of Asteroid Impact in 2032: Webb Telescope to Track 2024 YR4

Asteroid 2024 YR4, discovered December 27, 2023, has a 2% chance of hitting Earth in 2032; astronomers are using various telescopes, including the James Webb Space Telescope, to track and refine its trajectory and size, with observations planned for March and May 2024.

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Trump Threatens Chip Tariffs to Pressure TSMC into Intel Deal

The Trump administration is threatening tariffs on imported chips to pressure Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) into helping struggling Intel; TSMC may take a majority stake in Intel, potentially creating a joint venture with other US chip designers and government support; this is an...

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Stablecoins Poised to Revolutionize $7.5 Trillion FX Market

Federal Reserve Governor Waller's recent speech highlights the growing importance of stablecoins in cross-border payments, emphasizing their potential to revolutionize the $7.5 trillion daily foreign exchange market by enabling near-instant settlements and reducing costs and risks, while also addres...

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theglobeandmail.com
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Apple's iOS18 and the Growing Cybersecurity Threat of Server-Side AI

Apple's iOS18 introduces server-side AI processing, raising cybersecurity concerns; Statistics Canada reports that one in seven Canadian businesses use or plan to use generative AI by Q1 2024, increasing the risk of AI-based attacks, highlighting the need for human oversight in cybersecurity.

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Cybersecurity Breaches Cost Canadian Businesses \$6.32 Million on Average

A 2023 Statistics Canada report reveals that about one in six Canadian businesses faced cybersecurity incidents, costing an average of \$6.32 million per breach; experts highlight the increasing sophistication of attacks and the need for proactive security measures.

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Berkshire Hathaway Sells $5 Billion in Stocks During Q4

Berkshire Hathaway's fourth-quarter 13F filing, released February 14th, showed a net sale of approximately $5 billion in publicly traded stocks, reducing its portfolio to 38 companies valued at $267 billion; Apple remains the largest holding, but financials are the most significant sector overweight...

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Biden Administration Shifts Cryptocurrency Regulatory Strategy to Issue-Specific Roundtables

The Biden administration is replacing its planned Presidential Council of Advisers for Digital Assets with issue-specific roundtables, impacting lobbying efforts and potentially leading to faster regulatory clarity for crypto firms; a 60-day pause on the SEC lawsuit against Binance further suggests ...

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Tech Giants' \$320 Billion AI Gamble: A Risky Race for AGI

Major tech companies plan to spend over \$320 billion on AI in 2025, driven by FOMO and the pursuit of AGI, despite the lack of a clear business model; this massive investment contrasts with alternative, less resource-intensive approaches and creates a potential industry divide.

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