As we approach the end of 2024, it’s time to review the latest technological developments. Let’s dive into the some of most recent news and updates in the field.
AI technology aims to identify early signs of dementia through brain scans
Researchers from the Universities of Edinburgh and Dundee are developing an innovative AI tool to detect early signs of dementia through routine brain scans. This pioneering technology aims to provide radiologists with a digital healthcare tool that analyzes CT and MRI scan datasets from Scottish patients to identify patterns indicative of increased dementia risk. The goal is to enhance treatment strategies, especially for Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia, by enabling earlier and more accurate diagnoses.
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It’s Glowtime: Apple is set to launch the iPhone 16 this September.
“It’s Glowtime.” This is Apple’s tagline for its upcoming major event, marking the grand launch of the iPhone 16. The event will take place on September 9th, 2024, at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park. Apple has hinted that the new iPhone 16 will feature new colors, as well as updates to its design, including improvements to the camera system and phone dimensions. Audiences are eager to explore the new features and interface updates. Additionally, new versions of the Apple Watch and AirPods are also expected to be announced.
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Google’s AI Tool designed to restore hacked YouTube channels
Google has developed an accessible AI-generated chat assistance tool to help YouTube creators recover their hacked accounts. This tool aims to assist users in securing their accounts by regaining access to their login details and addressing any changes made by hackers. Users can access the tool by logging into their Google Account, selecting the “Recover a hacked YouTube channel” option under the Help Center menu, and following the guidance of the AI assistant to secure their accounts. Currently, the feature is available only in English, but Google plans to expand it to additional languages in the future.
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Southeast Asia’s finance sector faces serious cybersecurity threats
Research from Tenable has highlighted the cybersecurity threats facing Southeast Asia’s financial sector.
Countries such as Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines are at risk due to over 26,500 internet-facing assets. The study examined the external attack surfaces of more than 90 leading banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) organizations by market capitalization.
The study reveals that many financial institutions struggle to address security gaps, increasing their risk exposure. Senior Vice President Nigel Ng emphasized that closing these gaps requires effective exposure management. He stressed the urgency of strong cybersecurity strategies to help organizations secure their vulnerable assets and prevent cyberattacks before they occur.
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Microsoft holds a cybersecurity summit following an IT outage caused by CrowdStrike
Microsoft announced that it would conduct a summit on improving cybersecurity systems in response to the global IT outage caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike last July. This update affected around 8.5 million Windows users. The summit, scheduled for September 10 at the company’s headquarters in Redmond, Washington, marks Microsoft’s first major step to address the issues resulting from the outage, which impacted operations in various industries including airlines, banks, and healthcare. The event will also invite government representatives.
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