Deepseek, an emerging AI model, raises serious security and ethical concerns, as highlighted in the Appsoc report. With vulnerabilities that allow data leaks and manipulation, businesses must weigh the risks against its low cost. The potential consequences of using Deepseek could far outweigh its initial savings.
Nearly 30% of UK public sector IT professionals express significant concerns about AI security risks, according to a SolarWinds report. Key issues include data privacy, regulatory compliance, and algorithmic transparency, highlighting the complexities of integrating AI into government IT operations amidst budget constraints and workforce skill shortages.
Elon Musk’s xAI has launched Grok 3, a next-generation AI chatbot boasting enhanced reasoning and DeepSearch capabilities. With ten times the computing power of its predecessor, Grok 3 aims to outperform competitors like ChatGPT, offering unfiltered responses and advanced research abilities. A smaller version, Grok 3-mini, is also available.
The EU has launched the InvestAI initiative, aiming to mobilise €200 billion for artificial intelligence investments, including a €20 billion fund for AI gigafactories. This initiative will enhance Europe’s AI infrastructure, enabling collaborative development of complex AI models and ensuring access to large-scale computing power for all companies.