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Joke of the day:

Why did the developer become so poor?

Because he used up all his cache.

Here is your latest dose of Tech news that really matters.

Summed up in merely 5 minutes as usual.

Lets begin!

Recent news in a bit: 

• Tiktok introduces new data security measures

• EU tells Elon Musk to hire more staff

• Zoom boss fired ‘without cause’

Tiktok introduces new security measures amid pressure from Europe

Have you heard about TikTok's new security measures? It looks like they're taking things seriously and introducing something called "Project Clover" to keep your data safe.

No, it's not a new farming game, although that would be pretty fun too.

So, what's the deal with Project Clover?

Apparently, TikTok is going to open not one, not two, but THREE data centers in Europe to store all the data generated by its 150 million European users.

And where are they going to be?

Dublin and Norway!

Yep, you read that right.

It looks like the Irish and the Norwegians are going to be responsible for keeping your dance videos safe.

But wait, there's more!

TikTok is also going to aggregate your data, which sounds like a fancy way of saying they're going to mix it all together in a big data salad.

Yum.

And if that's not enough to make you feel safe and secure, they're also working with a European security company to audit their data controls and protection.

Because, you know, it's always good to have a second opinion.

Now, I know what you're thinking.

"But Zayd, what about their links to the Chinese government?"

Well, my friend, TikTok is facing increasing scrutiny over that, but let's not worry about that right now.

Let's focus on the fact that your lip-syncing videos are going to be stored in a data center in Norway.

That's pretty cool, right?

In all seriousness, it's good to see TikTok taking data security seriously. We all want to be able to use social media without worrying about our information being compromised.

So, let's give them a round of applause for Project Clover, and maybe even do a little dance to celebrate.

Just make sure you're wearing your green, because, you know, clovers.

Some of you may be asking, what’s all the fuss about, what really goes on TikTok?

Here is an example:

@seduxi.lol

Brazil 🇧🇷🔥🕺 #fyp #brazil #dance #football #neymar #richarlison #vinicius #paqueta

So what?

The implications of TikTok's new data measures in Europe are significant and far-reaching.

By storing data generated by 150 million European users locally, TikTok is demonstrating its commitment to safeguarding user data and protecting it from potential breaches.

In addition, the company's decision to aggregate data and work with a European security company to audit its data controls and protection further enhances its efforts to build trust with its users.

However, the fact that TikTok is a Chinese-owned app has raised concerns about the potential for the Chinese government to access user data.

While the company has repeatedly denied such allegations and maintains that it operates independently of the Chinese government, the controversy underscores the need for heightened scrutiny and vigilance around data privacy and security.

Overall, the implications of TikTok's new data measures in Europe are both positive and cautionary.

As users, we should remain vigilant and proactive in protecting our personal data, while companies like TikTok must continue to prioritize data security and transparency in their operations.

EU tells Elon Musk to hire more staff, but why?

Ah, Elon Musk, the man of many talents and even more Twitter followers.

But it seems like he's got himself into a bit of a tangle with the European Union over Twitter's content moderation practices.

The EU has demanded that Musk hire more human moderators and fact-checkers to review posts.

It's like a classic sci-fi movie plot: humans vs. robots in a battle for control of the internet. Except in this case, it's not just about who gets to be in charge, it's about ensuring that harmful and illegal content is kept off the platform.

So what's the solution here?

Maybe we could just let Elon Musk launch a fleet of Tesla robots to patrol Twitter and zap any trolls or spammers.

Or we could get the EU to hire a team of ninja moderators to take down any offending posts with swift and deadly precision.

But in all seriousness, it's clear that content moderation is a complex issue that requires a thoughtful and nuanced approach.

Hopefully, Twitter and the EU can work together to find a solution that balances the need for free speech with the need to protect users from harmful content.

And maybe, just maybe, they can do it without resorting to a robot vs. human showdown.

What does the future hold for Twitter??? Or at least, what I think it holds…

On the one hand, Musk is a strong advocate for the use of artificial intelligence and volunteer moderators to police online content.

He believes that this approach is more efficient and effective than relying solely on human moderators.

On the other hand, the EU is concerned about the potential risks of relying too heavily on AI and volunteers.

They argue that these tools may not be able to accurately identify and remove harmful content, particularly in languages other than English.

So what are the implications of this disagreement?

Well, first of all, it highlights the ongoing debate around the role of technology in content moderation.

As AI and machine learning become more advanced, they are increasingly being used to detect and remove harmful content.

But there are still limitations to these tools, and they must be used in conjunction with human moderators to ensure accuracy and fairness.

Secondly, this dispute highlights the importance of international cooperation in regulating online content.

As more and more people around the world use social media, it's become increasingly clear that content moderation is a global issue that requires a coordinated response.

The EU's Digital Single Act is just one example of how governments are trying to take action to protect their citizens from harmful content online.

In the end, the outcome of this dispute will have important implications for the future of online discourse.

Will we rely more on technology and volunteers to police online content?

Or will we prioritize the role of human moderators in ensuring accuracy and fairness?

Only time will tell….

Zoom boss fired

Zoom, the once-glorious video conferencing platform, is struggling to keep up with the post-pandemic world.

After a meteoric rise during the pandemic, Zoom has now been forced to lay off 15% of its staff, and has even terminated its president, Greg Tomb, without cause.

Tomb, a former Google executive, had only been in the role for less than a year before being shown the door.

With no plans to replace him, it's clear that Zoom is going through some tough times.

The company is trying to diversify by integrating email and calendar features, and developing virtual coworking spaces for hybrid teams called Zoom Spots, but it's unclear if this will be enough to save them.

The layoffs and termination come as no surprise, as Zoom has struggled to maintain its pandemic boom.

With people returning to the office and in-person meetings becoming the norm once again, the demand for video conferencing has plummeted.

Zoom's failure to adapt quickly enough to this new reality has left them in a precarious position.

It's a stark reminder that even the most successful companies can fall from grace in an instant.

The question now is, can Zoom recover from this setback and regain its former glory, or will it become just another casualty of the post-pandemic world?

Only time will tell….

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Zayd Bawany