Tag: avast
FTC Fines Avast $16.5M for Selling User Data – February 23rd
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a complaint against Avast for selling user data, along with a $16.5M fine. The FTC's complaint claims "Avast unfairly collected consumers' browsing information through the company's browser extensions and antivirus software, stored it indefinitely, and sold it without adequate notice and consumer consent."
OpenAI Launches Initiative to Tackle Growing AI Risks – November 6th
OpenAI has announced a new team, intended to counter the risks brought by generative AI systems. Labeled the "preparedness" unit, the new OpenAI branch will be tasked to set preventive measures for systemic AI risks which include individual persuasion, cybersecurity, autonomous replication and adaptation, and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats.