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Microsoft global IT outage hits businesses across the world

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  Disclamier:  This article is based on information from Microsoft.   You can find the original article by clicking this   link . The link will take you to Microsoft’s website, where you can get the latest information on the topic. Photo by  Антон Дмитриев  on  Unsplash Companies, banks and airlines worldwide have been hit by a major IT outage which is causing massive disruption to a wide range of services. Here’s a look at the businesses and sectors that have been impacted. The global issue affecting the Windows operating system has been linked to the cybersecurity firm, Crowdstrike. In a statement on its website, the firm confirmed that it was aware of reports of crashes on Microsoft Windows. Thousands of workers have been unable to log on to their computers and businesses from finance to healthcare have been affected. Tech journalist Chris Stokel-Walker suggested the major Microsoft outage was due to an update from the computer threat checker Crowds...

What is the role of ethics in artificial intelligence development?

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  “ AI ethics  are the set of guiding principles that stakeholders (from engineers to government officials) use to ensure artificial intelligence technology is developed and used responsibly. This means taking a safe, secure, humane, and environmentally friendly approach to AI.” Photo by  Corinne Kutz  on  Unsplash The role of ethics in artificial intelligence (AI) development is crucial for ensuring that AI technologies are used responsibly and ethically. Here are some key aspects of the role of ethics in AI development: Fairness and Bias: Developers need to ensure that AI systems are fair and unbiased, meaning they do not discriminate against individuals based on factors like gender, race, or ethnicity. Identifying and mitigating bias in AI algorithms is essential to ensure equitable outcomes. The Complete AI Digital Artist Masterclass Member area and video courses Hello Coding — Anyone Can Learn to Code Member area and video Courses Transparency: Ethical AI d...