Computerworld October 23, 2024
Think twice before sharing sensitive business data or private personal details.
Generative AI (genAI) is taking over the tech industry. From Microsoft’s genAI-assistant-turned-therapist Copilot being pinned to the Windows taskbar to Google’s Android operating system being “designed with AI at its core,” you can’t install a software update anymore without getting a new whizz-bang AI feature that promises to boost your productivity.
But, when you talk to AI, you’re not just talking to AI. A human might well look at your conversations, meaning they aren’t as private as you might expect. This is a big deal for both businesses working with sensitive information as well as individuals asking questions about medical issues, personal problems, or anything else they might not...