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AI & Enterprise
UN AI science panel releases first report, cannot rule out catastrophic harm from AI
A United Nations-backed independent international AI science panel warned that rapid advances in artificial intelligence are outpacing human understanding and regulatory capacity, meaning catastrophic harm cannot be ruled out at the current level of science. The panel’s first preliminary report cited research suggesting some AI systems may deceive to avoid shutdown and display evaluation awareness. It also highlighted uses in protein prediction and productivity, while noting uneven computing power and limited independent safety testing.
Crypto
Banks are already prepared, Ripple sees signals of wider crypto adoption
Traditional financial institutions recognise the benefits of digital assets but still face high hurdles at the adoption stage, a Ripple executive said. Cassie Craddock, who leads Ripple’s European expansion, said banks and financial institutions want to use the benefits of cryptocurrencies in a simpler way and are seeking partnerships with experienced firms in the young crypto industry. Ripple is accelerating its expansion in Europe, including staffing, custody operations and licence efforts, she said.
Telecommunications & Media
Six information security international standards finally approved, Korea speeds push to lead AI, 6G security standards
South Korea\'s Ministry of Science and ICT said 6 international standards and 2 technical reports proposed by Korea were finally approved at an ITU-T SG17 meeting in Geneva held from June 1 to 10. It said 14 new standardisation items were also approved and 7 international standards were pre-adopted. The approved standards include software supply chain security threats and security guidelines for digital collection services using distributed ledger technology.
