Microsoft is investigating the ethics of an Israeli facial recognition startup
Microsoft has launched a small investigation into the ethics of an Israeli startup that it funded. The startup designed and created facial recognition software and according to some reports, this software is being used to surveil Palestinians. Microsoft announced its code of ethics regarding facial recognition software last year and wants to make sure the startup is adhering to this code.
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Universal Shifting to Microsoft’s Azure Cloud Platform for Live-Action, Animation Production
Universal Filmed Entertainment Group has its head in the cloud — and now it’s going to push its production teams there. The goal is to let creatives collaborate more easily and efficiently across geographic regions and with outside vendors, said Michael Wise, CTO of Universal Filmed Entertainment Group. A key reason Universal Filmed Entertainment picked Microsoft Azure is the roster of industry partners it has lined up.
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New Mac malware infects and spreads via Xcode projects
A number of Xcode projects have been found to contain malware that can attack Safari and other browsers, security researchers have revealed, with the discovery of XCSSET malware making its way into Mac software projects through largely unknown means. It is unclear exactly how the code is being injected into the project at this time.
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Alexa hack granted attackers access to an Echo user's smart home network
A number of vulnerabilities have been revealed in Amazon's Alexa, highlighting the need for providers of smart home platforms, such as Apple's HomeKit, to maintain security as part of the service. It could even be possible for an attacker to install a skill to eavesdrop into conversations near an Echo device.
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The US plans a crackdown on the Chinese technology companies
The US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo said in a statement that Chinese apps like TikTok and WeChat pose "significant threats to the personal data of American citizens". Wednesday's announcement marks a further deterioration in relations between Washington and Beijing. President Donald Trump hinted at a potential ban on apps like TikTok in order to safeguard the security of American users
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