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personal-essay1 year ago

"Single Mom's Sacrifice: Choosing Spain to Stay with Kids"

Nicola Prentis, a single mom living in Spain, found herself legally unable to move back to the UK after her split with her partner due to The Hague Convention, which governs custody arrangements for children. Despite the challenges, she has found advantages to raising her kids in Spain, such as state-paid childcare and a community attitude towards children. While she misses the support of family in the UK, she has made peace with her situation and is determined to make the most of her time in Spain.

technology2 years ago

"Global Alliance Ensures AI Security through Design Collaboration"

The United States, Britain, and several other countries have unveiled the first detailed international agreement aimed at ensuring the safety of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The agreement emphasizes the need for companies to develop and deploy AI in a way that prioritizes security and protects customers and the wider public from misuse. While the agreement is non-binding, it includes recommendations such as monitoring AI systems for abuse, protecting data from tampering, and vetting software suppliers. The guidelines represent a significant step towards recognizing the importance of security in AI design. The rise of AI has raised concerns about potential misuse, including disruption of the democratic process and job loss. Europe is ahead of the United States in AI regulations, with lawmakers drafting AI rules, while the Biden administration has been pushing for AI regulation in the US.

technology2 years ago

"British PM and Elon Musk Address AI's Risks and Rewards in Landmark Deal"

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a "landmark" agreement with several countries to allow the testing of leading tech companies' AI models before their release. The agreement involves like-minded governments and eight companies, including Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. Sunak also revealed plans for an international advisory panel on frontier AI risks, similar to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, which will produce a "State of Science" report to inform policy-making.