Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 05/25 – Even Presidential Candidates Suffer From Twitter Glitches
May 25, 2023
A presidential announcement on Twitter Spaces faced alarming glitches. Microsoft reveals Chinese hackers infiltrated vital US infrastructure. Sony's new handheld device promises remote PS5 streaming but isn't quite what fans expected. AI technology has made strides, enabling a paralyzed man to walk again with implants. Lastly, an Indonesian startup celebrates unicorn status, marking a significant milestone in aquaculture innovation. Tech continues to surprise and challenge!
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DeSantis's Twitter Spaces Announcement Glitch
- Ron DeSantis's presidential campaign announcement on Twitter Spaces faced technical difficulties, including crashes and audio failures.
- Critics and opponents seized upon the glitches, while a campaign official tried to spin the event positively.
Chinese Hackers Target US Infrastructure
- Microsoft warns of Chinese state-sponsored hackers compromising critical US infrastructure.
- The hackers aim to gather intelligence and disrupt communications, particularly between the US and Asia.
OpenAI's Concerns about EU's AI Act
- Sam Altman expresses concerns about the EU's proposed AI Act, stating OpenAI may cease operating in Europe if they cannot comply.
- The Act requires makers of foundation models to identify and reduce risks, and publish summaries of copyrighted training data.