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Ukraine's Zelenskyy warns of risks to U.S. if Putin not stopped
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Charlie D'Agata, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that if America doesn't help his country turn back Russia's invasion, Vladimir Putin will bring war to Europe, drawing in U.S. forces.CBS News - World - Ukraine -
BoE warns of risks to UK businesses from private equity bubble
Officials escalate warnings about leverage, transparency and valuationsFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Security expert Chris Krebs on TikTok, AI and the key to survival (part 2)
In Part II of VentureBeat's virtual interview, Krebs emphasizes the need for organizations to improve their infrastructure's cyber and physical security.VentureBeat - Tech -
White House releases first government-wide policy to mitigate AI risks
The White House on Thursday morning released its first government-wide policy aimed at mitigating the risks of artificial intelligence (AI), requiring agencies to take further action to report the use of AI and address risks the technology may ...The Hill - Politics -
Hillary Clinton, Election Officials Warn AI Could Threaten Elections
“Anybody who’s not worried is not paying attention,” Clinton said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
WATCH: Police chase runaway ostrich in South Korea
An ostrich escaped from a zoo in South Korea on Tuesday and ran wild in the streets for about an hour until being safely captured, officials say.ABC News - Top stories - South Korea -
Millions of older adults with student debt are at risk of losing some Social Security benefits, lawmakers warn
Millions of older adults behind on their student loans could soon receive a smaller Social Security benefit.CNBC - Business -
UK pension rules risk ‘finishing off’ remaining defined-benefit plans, MPs warn
Commons committee calls on government and regulator to change tack over where retirement schemes can investFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
FirstFT: Larry Fink warns of looming ‘retirement crisis’
Also in today’s newsletter, latest on Baltimore bridge collapse, and Donald Trump’s inner circleFinancial Times - World -
Zscaler finds enterprise AI adoption soars 600% in less than a year, putting data at risk
According to Zscaler's report, manufacturing generates the most AI traffic, accounting for 20.9% of all AI/ML transactions, followed by finance and insurance (19.9%) and services (16.8%).VentureBeat - Tech -
AI risk management startup ValidMind raises $8.1M to help banks comply with regulations
ValidMind, a regulatory compliance platform for AI risk management at banks, raises $8.1 million in seed funding to automate model validation and documentation.VentureBeat - Tech - Artificial Intelligence -
Microsoft launches new Azure AI tools to cut out LLM safety and reliability risks
Beyond working to block out safety and security-threatening prompt injection attacks, Microsoft has also introduced tooling to focus on the reliability of gen AI apps.VentureBeat - Tech - Microsoft -
The NSA Warns That US Adversaries Free to Mine Private Data May Have an AI Edge
Gilbert Herrera, who leads research at the National Security Agency, says large language models are incredibly useful—and a bit of a headache—for America’s intelligence machine.Wired - Tech -
Indonesia seeks more proof that Javan tiger may no longer be extinct
Indonesian conservationists hope to find more evidence that the Javan tiger, a species declared extinct, actually still exists in the wild, an official said.NBC News - Top stories - Indonesia -
An America at Risk
Biden and Trump know the details of the nation’s security threat. Does either have a plan to meet it?The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Morning Risk Report
Apple turns to longtime Steve Jobs disciple to defend Its 'walled garden,’and Tom Hayes, the trader at center of Libor scandal, loses his appeal. Also, AI is moving faster than attempts to regulate it, and here’s how companies are coping.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Are Travel Loyalty Programs at Risk?
A new agreement by Visa and Mastercard to reduce fees charged to merchants may drain the lucrative rewards that grant free travel to many credit card users.The New York Times - Business -
The AI beat goes on…with a farewell | The AI Beat
On the AI beat, the beat never stops — so as the industry gathered this week at Nvidia GTC, the AI news cycle continued apace.VentureBeat - Tech - Artificial Intelligence -
Expert on maximizing your tax refund
As the tax season progresses, the IRS reports having received over 71.5 million tax returns, already issuing more than 49 million refunds to Americans. With the average refund amounting to $3,109, CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger offers ...CBS News - Top stories -
AI Will Mean Cheaper Food
It will allow farmers and distributors to make dramatic improvements in efficiency, putting downward pressure on prices.The Wall Street Journal - World - Artificial Intelligence -
Beware AI euphoria
Like all great bubble stories, the latest tech narrative conveys a sense of inevitabilityFinancial Times - Business - Artificial Intelligence -
Is AI the Future of NPCs?
Artificial intelligence is poised to have a massive impact on video games in the next few years, something that excites and worries developers. Some think non-player characters might be AI’s killer app.Wired - Tech -
Warning Sirens Over South Africa
New legislation in Pretoria offers ‘land reform’ along the path to ruin already traveled in Zimbabwe and Venezuela.The Wall Street Journal - World -
UN expert says Israel committing genocide in Gaza
Jewish state rejects claim made by special rapporteur to human rights councilFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
UN rights expert accuses Israel of acts of genocide
Francesca Albanese says Israel seeks to destroy Palestinians, in a report Israel calls "outrageous".BBC News - Top stories - Israel -
The Proposal Expert Gets Her Own Surprise Ring
Ben Cohen wanted to make sure Lexi Tobin, a wedding influencer and proposal planner, got the proposal of a lifetime.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Economic experts slash growth forecasts for Germany
Five leading institutes expect expansion of just 0.1 per cent in 2024 as exports fall and domestic demand fails to pick upFinancial Times - World -
3 smart HELOC refinancing strategies, according to experts
Refinancing a HELOC may help you save money or borrow more. Here are three expert-backed ways to get started.CBS News - Top stories -
Ocasio-Cortez says there is a ‘risk’ to not seizing Trump’s assets
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY.) warned Sunday there is a "risk" to not seizing former President Trump's assets as he faces a looming deadline to post a bond in the $454 million judgment in his New York fraud case. "I think that what we are ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
The Risk and Reward of Taking the Unsexiest Job at a Sex Company
Adult-entertainment companies need white-collar professionals, but pivoting to a “normal”job later can be a challenge when your résumé is risqué.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Oil Gains on Heightened Geopolitical Risks, Supply Concerns
Oil futures were higher in European trade, on signs of tightness in the market and growing geopolitical concerns and despite a stronger dollar.The Wall Street Journal - World -
BOE Flags Risk of Sharp Correction in Asset Prices
The Bank of England warned that investors may be too complacent about the challenges facing the global economy, with the result that there is an increased risk of a “sharp correction” in asset prices.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Will AI Always Favor the Attacker in Warfare?
We need not succumb to fatalism.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Biden Wants to Put AI on a Leash
Bill Clinton’s regulators, by contrast, produced prosperity by encouraging freedom on the internet.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Did Russia ignore US 'extremist' attacks warning?
The attack on a concert hall in Moscow raises difficult questions for Putin at a time of global mistrust.BBC News - Top stories - Russia -
Doctors' A&E safety warnings snubbed by watchdog
Consultants at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital warned patient safety was "seriously compromised".BBC News - Top stories -
Kingfisher Warns on Profit, Weak Demand Outlook
Kingfisher said it expected profits to fall this year, flagging weaker consumer demand, and that it would streamline its French business.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Midwest pummeled with snow as blizzard warnings issued
Blizzard warnings have been issued from the Rockies to the Midwest with nearly a foot of snow already on the ground with more on the way. Across the South, there is a threat of even more heavy rain and tornadoes after a weekend washout. NBC’s ...NBC News - Top stories -
Kingfisher Warns on Profit, Weak Demand Outlook
Kingfisher said it expected profits to fall this year, flagging weaker consumer demand, and that it would streamline its French business.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Putin dismissed US warnings of extremist attacks in Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin brushed off U.S. warnings of extremist attacks in Moscow, days before gunmen carried out a rampage at a Moscow concert hall that left at least 137 people dead last week. The U.S. Embassy in Russia issued a security ...The Hill - Politics - Russia