Embracing Digital This Week | August 6, 2023

August 6, 2023

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The week of the August 7, 2023 podcast, there were several significant updates regarding digital transformation. Notably, fast food chains have started implementing AI to tackle workforce shortages, hospitals are facing cyber attacks, and Mobile Edge Computing platforms are coming to light.

The week of the August 7, 2023 podcast, there were several significant updates regarding digital transformation. Notably, fast food chains have started implementing AI to tackle workforce shortages, hospitals are facing cyber attacks, and Mobile Edge Computing platforms are coming to light.

Artificial Intelligence

There is growing concern among tech experts about the use of AI-enhanced images. The Guardian has investigated this issue, as there is a worry that AI-altered visuals could impact public opinion and even distort important facts essential to the democratic system. This could seriously affect trust and truth and lead to a debate on how to protect elections from the manipulation of AI. Read More

A recent article by Yahoo Finance reported that Wendy's is using AI to revolutionize their drive-thrus. With automated ordering and personalized menus, the fast food giant is changing the game for quick meals. This technological approach to food service provides a sneak peek into the future of fast-food dining. It will be interesting to see how customers react to this digital transformation. Read More

The impact of AI on Asian-American professionals is a concerning trend. Job losses are looming large, raising questions about how society will address the complex equation of technology, ethnicity, and workforce dynamics. A closer examination of AI's effects is necessary. Read More

Cybersecurity

NBC News has reported a concerning cyber attack on a hospital network that resulted in the disconnection of its national computer infrastructure. The breach has put patient care at risk, and authorities are working to contain the situation. This incident highlights the importance of healthcare data security in the digital era. Read More

Developers using the widely-used NPM system are being targeted by harmful code packages that can compromise software security. This is a severe threat that needs to be identified and mitigated to prevent cyber attacks. The cybersecurity community is concerned and highlights the need for more secure software supply chains to prevent further infiltration of these packages. Read More

CISA has released a strategic plan called "Blueprint for Cybersecurity" to strengthen national digital infrastructure. It focuses on adaptive defense, incident response, and innovation to create an impenetrable digital shield. This plan is an essential guide for those interested in tech security. Read More

Edge Computing

The combination of quantum computing and IoT devices is causing security concerns. Quantum technology's power and IoT devices' potential for hijacking creates a new challenge. Encryption being cracked is a growing fear as quantum computing advances and botnets launch DDoS attacks using hacked IoT devices. Network defenses must be strengthened to cope with this dual threat. Read More

Yahoo Finance has revealed an exciting development in the tech industry as Edge Computing, IoT, and AI merge to create a market predicted to be worth $230 billion by 2025. Edge Computing enables more than 75 billion IoT devices to process data in real time, while AI's cognitive abilities are estimated to boost productivity by up to 40%. This revolution is set to reshape data dynamics and decision-making across various industries. Read More

The Asia-Pacific region is undergoing a significant digital transformation driven by the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Mobile Edge Computing (MEC) is leading this change, offering unparalleled levels of connectivity and automation by bringing computation closer to the data source. MEC has immense potential to revolutionize industries, improve lives and drive the region's digital destiny, but it also poses security challenges that demand robust safeguards and updated regulations. Read More

Embracing Digital Transformation Podcast

In the latest episode of Embracing Digital Transformation, Darren is joined by Leland Brown, a principal engineer at Capgemini and a former guest on the show. They discuss the upcoming advancements of 5G technology and its impact on Mobile Edge Computing (MEC) in the US Department of Defense. Read More

August 6, 2023