Episode 13: AI Arms Race, Ransomware, and Gender Bias in Technology

In this week’s episode of The Cogna-CatchUp, host John Kerr and resident expert Dr. Samuel Z unpack the top stories shaping the world of tech, AI, and cybersecurity. Join us as we explore: The UK’s Call for AI Leadership: How an £8 million investment in AI security research is pushing NATO to lead the AI arms race. Ransomware’s Rising Threat: Starbucks becomes the latest victim, disrupting payroll systems for thousands of employees. Antitrust Investigations in Big Tech: Microsoft and Meta face scrutiny in the U.S. and Europe over anti-competitive practices. TikTok’s Influence on Gen Z: Why younger generations are turning to TikTok over Google for search, and what this means for the future of digital behavior. AI’s Gender Gap: Examining the disparity in AI adoption among women and addressing gender biases in AI systems. 🎧 Stay informed and ahead of the curve with The Cogna-CatchUp. 🔗 Learn more about the series at www.cognacore.com/podcast 🔗 Connect with John Kerr: LinkedIn 🔗 Connect with Dr. Samuel Z: LinkedIn Follow, like, and subscribe for weekly updates on the latest in tech, AI, and innovation.