Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is convening an international investment summit in Canada, aiming to draw capital amidst the ongoing trade disputes with the United States. Former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney has positioned Canada as a 'safe harbour' for global finance.
Major technology company shares experienced a sharp decline, casting doubt on the long-term economic viability of significant investments in artificial intelligence development and deployment.
Meta has halted a programme tracking employee computer usage for AI training, citing privacy concerns. The initiative, which began just two months prior, involved recording and transcribing internal meetings and conversations, alongside monitoring staff web browsing and application usage.
Online fraud, encompassing romance, investment, and delivery scams, is extracting significant sums from British consumers. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) reports a substantial rise in reported losses, with investment fraud alone accounting for hundreds of millions.
