Researchers draw on ideas used in software development ‘Bug bounties’ are a commonly used tool to help spot errors in software. A report from a group of prominent AI researchers has proposed a similar approach as part of a ‘robust toolbox of mechanisms’ to verify claims for AI, reports the Financial Times. ‘Bias bounty hunters’ could… [Read More]
Digital Bytes: 5G Updates from the APAC Region
For 5G updates from Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand and China, see here.
Warning over contact-tracing apps
Academics worry that apps that could be used for mass surveillance The Financial Times reports on an open letter from 300 academics, warning that many apps currently being built to help trace the spread of coronavirus do not respect privacy, and will enable mass surveillance. Their concern is that centrally-held records could allow hacking or spying,… [Read More]
Digital Bytes: NBN Co takes action to support the Covid-19 crisis
NBN Co has set up a working group comprising of the five largest telcos to a coordinate responses to the surge in network demand due to Australians working from home during the COVID-19 crisis. The Australian government has announced a AU$150 million ‘relief’ package for NBN Co to waive wholesale access charges to SMEs and… [Read More]
APAC Bytes April 2020
Industry news and regulatory updates from the Asia Pacific region are available to read here.
IIC 2020 Competition for Future Leaders: Call for entries
Now in its third year, the IIC Future Leaders Competition is widening its call for entries. The competition run by the International Institute of Communications seeks to encourage and promote original thought in the areas of communications and policy. The competition is open to individuals aged 35 and under, working within the TMT communications sector…. [Read More]