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New York Proposes Reforms to Protect Employee Rights in Contracts
Employment Law
New York Proposes Reforms to Protect Employee Rights in Contracts

Recent initiatives in New York have sparked considerable discussion among employers and employees alike, as landmark reforms aim to protect employee rights in contractual agreements. The proposed Senate Bill No. 4424/Assembly Bill No. 5411 and Assembly Bill No. 636/Senate Bill No. 4996, introduced in February 2025, seek to amend existing laws to address waiver of employment rights and eliminate unconscionable

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Meta’s Job Ad Algorithm Found Guilty of Gender Discrimination
Employment Law
Meta’s Job Ad Algorithm Found Guilty of Gender Discrimination

The recent ruling by the Netherlands Institute for Human Rights has revealed significant biases in Meta’s job advertisement algorithm, which discriminates against users based on gender. This discriminatory practice, by displaying specific job ads to particular genders, perpetuates harmful stereotypes, marking a substantial regression in the global fight for gender equality. Findings of the Human Rights Body Gender Stereotypes in

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Is Invasive Employee Surveillance the Future of Workplace Efficiency?
Core HR
Is Invasive Employee Surveillance the Future of Workplace Efficiency?

The proliferation of artificial intelligence technologies in various sectors has sparked numerous debates regarding their ethical implications, particularly in the workplace. Recent events have intensified these discussions, as a promotional video by Y Combinator’s AI startup, Optifye.ai, demonstrated a concerning implementation of such technology. This video, aimed at showcasing their system for monitoring employee “real-time efficiency,” depicted a camera positioned

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Iranian Android Malware BouldSpy Targets Minority Groups Since 2020
Cyber Security
Iranian Android Malware BouldSpy Targets Minority Groups Since 2020

Discovered by Lookout Threat Lab, BouldSpy is a newly identified Android malware attributed to the Iranian government, specifically the Law Enforcement Command of the Islamic Republic of Iran, known as FARAJA. In operation since at least March 2020, BouldSpy is notable for its command and control (C2) capabilities and has recently garnered attention from security researchers on Twitter and in

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Bitwise Leads with Transparent On-Chain Bitcoin ETF Holdings Disclosure
Fintech Blockchain
Bitwise Leads with Transparent On-Chain Bitcoin ETF Holdings Disclosure

Bitwise Asset Management has made a groundbreaking move in the cryptocurrency space by becoming the first Bitcoin ETF provider in the United States to publicly disclose the on-chain address of its spot Bitcoin ETF holdings. This initiative marks a significant step towards enhancing transparency within the cryptocurrency industry and sets a new standard for other ETF providers. By making its

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Global Push for Inclusive AI Governance Faces US and UK Reservations
AI and ML
Global Push for Inclusive AI Governance Faces US and UK Reservations

The Paris AI Action summit gained considerable attention as an advocate for an “inclusive” and “open” approach towards artificial intelligence (AI), endorsed by over 60 signatories from around the world. However, eyes were on the notable absences of the United States and the United Kingdom among the signatories. This unveiling sparked conversations about the need for inclusive multistakeholder dialogues and

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EU AI Act Sets Limits on Workplace Emotion Recognition Systems
Employment Law
EU AI Act Sets Limits on Workplace Emotion Recognition Systems

The European Union has recently passed a groundbreaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act that imposes significant restrictions on the use of emotion recognition systems within workplaces. These advanced AI systems are designed to infer emotions through various forms of biometric data, including keystrokes, body posture, or voice. However, the new regulations prohibit such systems in multiple contexts, particularly when it comes

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Gender Gaps in U.N. Cybercrime Convention Call for National Action
Cyber Security
Gender Gaps in U.N. Cybercrime Convention Call for National Action

The U.N. Cybercrime Convention, formally titled “Countering the Use of Information and Communications Technologies for Criminal Purposes,” represents the United Nations’ first international criminal justice treaty of the 21st century. Adopted by the U.N. General Assembly on December 24, 2024, this landmark treaty emerged primarily to address the growing threat of cybercrime in an increasingly digital world. The development of

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Google Updates AI Principles, Revamps Stance on AI Weapons and Surveillance
AI and ML
Google Updates AI Principles, Revamps Stance on AI Weapons and Surveillance

In a significant move, Google has revised its AI principles, notably removing earlier prohibitions against developing AI-powered weapons and surveillance technologies. This update marks a departure from the company’s previous ethical stance, which explicitly banned AI applications intended to cause harm or facilitate invasive surveillance practices. The new principles now emphasize ‘bold innovation,’ ‘responsible development and deployment,’ and ‘collaborative progress,’

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Israeli Hacker Faces Unprecedented U.S. Extradition Post-Sentence
Cyber Security
Israeli Hacker Faces Unprecedented U.S. Extradition Post-Sentence

A shocking legal scenario is unfolding involving an Israeli hacker who has already served his full sentence in Israel, yet now faces unprecedented extradition demands from the United States. Legal Controversies and U.S. Extradition Demands Agreement and Legal Basis Initially, there had been an understanding between the U.S. and Israel that the hacker, who has since reached the age of

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EU AI Act: New Regulations Transforming AI Governance and Compliance
AI and ML
EU AI Act: New Regulations Transforming AI Governance and Compliance

The article discusses the beginning of a new regulatory era brought on by the EU AI Act, which starts to take effect next week. The EU AI Act is a comprehensive set of new regulations aimed at governing the use of AI technologies within the European Union and has significant implications for businesses worldwide that utilize AI in their operations

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UN Adopts Historic Cybercrime Treaty to Enhance Global Cooperation
Cyber Security
UN Adopts Historic Cybercrime Treaty to Enhance Global Cooperation

In a pivotal moment for international digital security, the UN General Assembly has adopted a groundbreaking cybercrime treaty following a five-year effort that included inputs from diverse stakeholders such as civil society, information security experts, academia, and the private sector. This collaborative achievement was lauded by UN Secretary-General António Guterres, who emphasized it as a milestone for multilateralism and international

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