Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Techpresso logo

TECHPRESSO

Leaked Google database reveals its secret privacy and security failures

Receive a daily summary of what happened in tech, powered by ML and AI.

Thank you! We sent you a verification email.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
Join 1,500+ thinkers, builders and investors.

Good morning! This is your daily ☕️ Techpresso.



In today's Techpresso:

💥 Leaked Google database reveals its secret privacy and security failures

🤫 OpenAI whistleblowers describe reckless and secretive culture

🔮 Intel unveils new AI chips to reclaim market share from Nvidia and AMD

🤔 Elon Musk reportedly diverted thousands of AI chips from Tesla to X

👾 Oculus and Anduril founder now also sells a Game Boy

🎁 + 10 other news you might like

🔮 + 4 handpicked research papers and tools

💥 Leaked Google database reveals its secret privacy and security failuresLINK

  • A leaked Google database, analyzed by 404 Media, reveals thousands of flagged privacy and security issues handled by the company from 2013 to 2018.
  • Google confirmed the authenticity of the database but stated some reports were from third-party services or resolved without concern; all flagged issues were reviewed and addressed at the time.
  • The database includes incidents like a government client's data accidentally moving to a consumer product and a filter failure in Street View exposing license plate numbers, highlighting Google's handling of sensitive data.
  • 🤫 OpenAI whistleblowers describe reckless and secretive cultureLINK

  • A group of OpenAI insiders alleges that the company fosters a culture of recklessness and secrecy while racing to build the most powerful A.I. systems ever created.
  • Nine current and former employees have voiced concerns that OpenAI has not adequately prevented its A.I. systems from potentially becoming dangerous.
  • The whistleblowers claim the company prioritizes profits and growth over safety, resorting to aggressive tactics to silence concerns, such as requiring departing employees to sign restrictive nondisparagement agreements.
  • 🔮 Intel unveils new AI chips to reclaim market share from Nvidia and AMDLINK

  • Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger presented the company's 2024 roadmap at Computex, highlighting their plans for AI PCs and specifically mentioning Microsoft Copilot+ PCs.
  • The keynote covered Intel's next-gen processors, including Lunar Lake for mobile devices and Arrow Lake for desktop computers, showcasing new advancements in chip architecture and design.
  • Gelsinger also focused on data centers, introducing the Xeon 6 processors, and discussed Intel's collaborative efforts with companies like Samsung to enhance AI capabilities in edge devices.
  • 🤔 Elon Musk reportedly diverted thousands of AI chips from Tesla to XLINK

  • Elon Musk redirected thousands of Nvidia AI chips intended for Tesla to his social media company X, potentially delaying Tesla's acquisition of $500 million worth of processors by months.
  • Musk claimed Tesla would increase its acquisition of Nvidia’s H100 chips to power its focus on AI and robotics but emails suggest a significant portion of these chips are now allocated to X and its AI unit, xAI.
  • This redirection of AI chips could upset Tesla investors who are looking forward to Musk's promise of fully autonomous vehicles, while Tesla's automation features, such as Autopilot, face scrutiny for multiple crashes and fatalities.
  • 👾 Oculus and Anduril founder now also sells a Game BoyLINK

  • Palmer Luckey, the inventor of the Oculus Rift, has introduced the Chromatic, a Game Boy clone that features pixel-accurate display and can play original game cartridges.
  • The Chromatic's 2.56-inch LCD screen has a resolution of 160 x 144 and 1,000 nits of brightness, providing a modern upgrade while maintaining the nostalgic feel of the original Game Boy.
  • Priced at $199, the Chromatic is available for preorder and includes a licensed Tetris cartridge; the device is powered by AA batteries, with an option for a rechargeable lithium-ion pack.
  • Other news you might like

    Amazon’s Project PI AI looks for product defects before they ship.LINK

    Arm CEO aims to conquer half the Windows world in 5 years.LINK

    Mourners can now speak to AI versions of dead friends and relatives.LINK

    Even the Raspberry Pi is getting in on AI.LINK

    Microsoft is laying off workers at its Mixed Reality business as the technology that inspired Mark Zuckerberg to rename his company struggles.LINK

    Burj Khalifa architects want to turn skyscrapers into gravity-powered batteries.LINK

    Bitcoin miners sink millions into AI businesses, seeking billions in return.LINK

    Microsoft under EU scrutiny for alleged children's data collection.LINK

    With 82% of workers at risk of burnout this year, many are excited by AI.LINK

    Samsung sues Oura to block Oura from suing Samsung over the Galaxy Ring.LINK

    Latest research and tools

    GemShop: allows players to exchange coins for gems, which can be used to buy items, ranks, and more on a Minecraft server. Shop: a player-driven marketplace with a dynamic pricing system based on supply and demand, showing the cheapest offers available. Premium Market: an auction house for players to bid on unique items not found in the regular shop. Mining: a feature where players can mine ores for coins, with rewards adjusted for inflation. Trading System: a secure interface for players to trade items and coins, with safeguards against fraud. Griefing: a system where inactive player bases become vulnerable to damage after 72 hours. Automatic calculation: an automated process to determine the value of player bases using in-game shop prices. Save base as schematic: allows GOLD rank players to save their bases as schematics. Custom Scoreboards: displays different scoreboards based on the player's location within the game (own base, visiting, or griefing). Verification check: a tool to verify players and prevent the use of VPNs through a simple book GUI. Auto-Detect Chatbots: an automated system that identifies and mutes spam bots without false flags. Realistic Games: offers casino-like games including slot machines, roulette, and card games for players. Bank: enables players to exchange in-game coins for chips, which can be used in various games. MuxSearch Events: themed events that offer special rewards during holidays like Easter and Halloween. Realistic Bike: a feature allowing players to ride bicycles in-game, including the option for a passenger. Crates / Chests: loot boxes with items priced according to the in-game shop, offering dynamic rewards. Recurring Tips: provides ongoing advice and tips for new and existing players on how to play effectively. Voting System: a feature requiring player votes for various in-game actions and privileges.LINK

    Koheesio: Nike's Python-based framework designed to enable efficient building of advanced data pipelines by promoting modularity, type safety, and collaboration, and supporting integration with various data processing technologies.LINK

    Grokfast: Accelerated Grokking by Amplifying Slow Gradients: the paper presents a technique that speeds up the learning process in machine learning models by enhancing weaker gradient signals.LINK

    SaySelf: Teaching LLMs to Express Confidence with Self-Reflective Rationales: the paper explores training language models to better gauge and express their own confidence by generating self-reflective rationales.LINK


    Want to get the latest news differently? Find us on:

    twitter instagram instagram instagram


    See you tomorrow for a new dose of ☕️ Techpresso!

    Feeling behind on AI?

    You're not alone. Techpresso is a daily tech newsletter that tracks the latest tech trends and tools you need to know. Join 300,000+ professionals from top companies like OpenAI, Apple, Google and more. 100% FREE.
    Thank you! We sent you a verification email.
    Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
    Join 1,500+ thinkers, builders and investors.
    You're in! Thanks for subscribing to Techpresso :)
    Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
    Join 5,000+ thinkers, builders and investors.