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What McKinsey learned while creating its generative AI platform
Nearly one hundred years of McKinsey’s insights and knowledge serve as the source material for the firm’s AI platform, “Lilli.” In this episode of the At the Edge podcast, Erik Roth, a McKinsey senior partner and global leader of growth and innovation, joins senior partner Lareina Yee to discuss how Lilli was developed and thoughtfully executed—and why immediate access to the firm’s intellectual property has transformed the way McKinsey serves its clients.…
The Core Behaviors of Inclusive Leaders
The modern workplace is diverse, bringing together people with varied backgrounds and perspectives. While research consistently shows this diversity drives innovation and performance, success also requires developing leaders who can create environments where every employee feels genuinely valued. As published by our Center for Workforce Transformation, recent data from Perceptyx's 2024 Benchmark Database reveals an important gap: while 4 in 5 employees report they can bring their authentic selves to…
Professor Lord Colin Renfrew – 1937-2024
The Department of Archaeology and McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research at the University of Cambridge mourn the death and celebrate the extraordinary life of Professor Colin Renfrew, Lord Renfrew of Kaimsthorn, formerly tenth Disney Professor of Archaeology, the McDonald’s founding Director, and Master of Jesus College.Colin was, and will always remain, one of the titans of modern archaeology, a distinguished public figure, and a fine friend and colleague to innumerable…
AI tool reads biopsy images
A working model After the researchers integrated their new cancer biopsies as well as other datasets, including transcriptomic data and images from thousands of healthy cells, the AI program – which they named SEQUOIA (slide-based expression quantification using linearized attention) – was able to predict the expression patterns of more than 15,000 different genes from the stained images. For some cancer types, the AI-predicted gene activity had a more than…
The invisible threat: the risks of integrating AI into your cyber security capability
Ransomware attacks are expected to escalate with the help of AI, according to the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Malicious actors are already using AI to: Craft hyper-personalised phishing emails that bypass traditional filters. Imagine an email from a “co-worker” with perfect grammar, familiar style, and references to inside jokes – even AI will struggle to spot the fake. Automate reconnaissance and vulnerability scanning, identifying weaknesses in your defences…
The EU AI Act Passes: Should South Africa follow suit and regulate Artificial Intelligence?
Last week, the European Parliament approved the Artificial Intelligence Act, the first of its kind in the world. As South African companies continue to adopt Artificial Intelligence (“AI“) at a rapid pace, the natural question arises if, and when, will South Africa adopt AI legislation? South Africa currently has no explicit legal framework for AI. AI can pose different types of risks, depending on the technology deployed. The lack of…
Investing in the long game
OSC seeks feedback on a new proposed investment fund that will give retail investors access to long-term illiquid assets On October 10, 2024, the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) released Consultation Paper 81-737 (the Proposal), to enhance retail investors’ access to long-term illiquid assets (Long-Term Assets) by creating a new investment fund category, the Ontario Long-Term Asset Fund (OLTF). The OSC seeks to expand the opportunity for retail investors to gain…
Valdai Club to Hold Its 15th Asian Conference in Kuala Lumpur in Partnership With the Bait Al Amanah Foundation, the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, and the Institute for Strategic Analysis and Policy Research
The 15th Asian Conference of the Valdai Discussion Club will be held in Kuala Lumpur from December 9 to 10, 2024, organized in partnership with the Bait Al Amanah Foundation (Malaysia), the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (Japan), and the Institute for Strategic Analysis and Policy Research (INSAP, Malaysia). Over the 20 years of the Valdai Club’s work, Kuala Lumpur has repeatedly become a venue for expert meetings and joint seminars with…
Can police force you to unlock your phone?
The ability of police to force a person to unlock their phone has improved since the recent introduction of digital evidence access order legislation in New South Wales. This has extended police powers, allowing law enforcement to compel individuals to provide passcodes to electronic devices. The are hefty penalties including fines and imprisonment for a failure to comply with these orders, or providing false or misleading information. Can police force…
Wildlife monitoring technologies used to intimidate and spy on women, study finds
Remotely operated camera traps, sound recorders and drones are increasingly being used in conservation science to monitor wildlife and natural habitats, and to keep watch on protected natural areas.But Cambridge researchers studying a forest in northern India have found that the technologies are being deliberately misused by local government and male villagers to keep watch on women without their consent. Cambridge researcher Dr Trishant Simlai spent 14 months interviewing 270…
Swift action needed – New employment legislation changes for Ontario employers
Taylor Swift mania has taken hold of Canada, and alongside it comes important changes to employment and employment-related legislation that Ontario employers need to understand and implement both immediately and in the near future. “Track 5” of the Ontario government’s employment legislation comes in the form of Bill 190, officially titled the Working for Workers Five Act, 2024. Bill 190 makes several amendments to Ontario’s employment standards legislation (ESA) as…
Paying your tax early to avoid potential double taxation
As an American living in the UK, you are subject to two tax systems with differing deadlines and tax periods. To avoid a mismatch in tax credits most people should look at making early UK tax payments. Why is a pre-payment required? US taxpayers may need to claim Foreign Tax Credits to reduce a US tax liability on income and capital gains. The amount of foreign tax credits available in…
I’ve studied organisational failure for decades – the Church of England needs more than a new leader
Cary Cooper, Professor of Organisational Psychology and Health In a book I wrote with a colleague on organisational failures (The Apology Impulse) the inability of many of them to confront their failures, except to say a meaningless “we’re sorry”, is legend. We highlighted the many cases of organisations in the private and public sector apologising profusely for a high-profile failure, but not taking any personal or organisational responsibility for it.…
Trustees’ committee declines to take action on divestment request
Dear Stanford Students for Justice in Palestine, Thank you for sharing your divestment petition on May 6th. We are empathetic to your deep concern for the tragic events of the past year in Gaza and Israel. They have been painful to observe and particularly distressing for those with loved ones in the region who have been living with violence and fear. We recognize the burdens that many people in our…
Are you Cyber Ready for NIS2?
The Network and Information Security Directive 2022/2555 (the “NIS2 Directive”) has now come into effect from 17 October 2024 with application to the following sectors (but subject to the enactment of domestic Irish legislation to fully transpose its provisions):: healthcare; manufacturing of pharmaceutical products or preparations, medicinal products or medical devices; energy and utilities; transport; financial institutions (save for those complying with the ICT risk management aspects of the Digital…
Seyfarth Post-Election Pulse Antitrust In The Second Trump Administration: The Chicago School Strikes Back
Traditionally, Republican administrations have favored deregulation and a more lenient approach to antitrust enforcement that is grounded in economics over policy preferences. This environment often leads to an increase in merger and acquisition activity, as companies feel more confident in pursuing significant deals without the fear of stringent regulatory intervention. While a second Trump administration should bring with it a return to an economics-based antitrust enforcement approach, wholesale change in…
How to turn your AI startup into tomorrow’s success story: Tips from Wisedocs founders Connor Atchison and Jenna Earnshaw
Generative AI has been a buzzword in the tech world, and it’s now making inroads into more traditional sectors like insurance. One standout example is Wisedocs, a Toronto-based startup using AI to review and summarize medical records, that recently raised $12.7 million in Series A financing and $4.5 million in growth capital financing with the support of BLG. BLG Partner Frazer House caught up with Wisedocs founders Connor Atchison and Jenna…
Legal Steps for Suspending User Accounts on Online Platforms
Online platforms that allow users to share content are required to manage content moderation and, when necessary, suspend user activities for violations of legal obligations or platform rules. The Digital Services Act (DSA) sets out important guidelines for these platforms, especially regarding suspension of user accounts or activities. This article explains the conditions under which platform providers can suspend user access, offering practical advice and examples for platforms that must…
Webinar – What Employers Need to Know Regarding Non-Compete Changes in 2024
Scott Graham, Unsplash Tuesday, December 17, 20241:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Mountain10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Pacific Register Here About the Program Join us for the final installment of Seyfarth’s 2024 Trade Secrets Webinar Series, where our panel will provide practical guidance on navigating non-compete agreements, safeguarding trade secrets, and understanding critical regulatory developments impacting employers across the United States.…
New York State Expands Guidance for Employers to Notify Current and Former Workers of Potential 9/11 Benefits
Quick Hits Employers that had workers in the areas of New York City impacted by the September 11th attacks may be required to notify those workers of two federal victim compensation funds. The new regulations seek to address the lack of awareness among many individuals who were exposed to harmful conditions following the September 11th attacks that they may be eligible for benefits. On November 7, 2024, the New York…
Ten principles for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) by Québec public bodies
The year 2024 is a pivotal year for artificial intelligence regulation around the world with the enactment of the European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act, which is already pictured as the golden standard, not unlike what the General Data Protection Regulation had previously achieved. Canada showed leadership of its own in 2022 with the introduction of Bill C-27 and its proposed Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA). However, since its introduction,…
What to Expect When Selling a Business: A Conversation with Jordan Gerber at Caber Hill Advisors
To help businesses, investors, and deal professionals better understand the evolving M&A market, Rob Connolly – a partner in and leader of LP’s Corporate Practice Group – shares a sequence of conversations with M&A experts. Below is his conversation with Jordan Gerber, a Managing Director at Caber Hill Advisors, an M&A advisory firm that focuses on helping privately-held, middle-market businesses transact with strategic or private-equity-backed buyers. Jordan has over 25…
Divorce: what is fair in love and war?
On divorce, how can you know what a fair financial settlement is going to look like? How much should you receive from your spouse or pay them? No formulas are available to give us a definitive answer; just a couple of key words being “fair” and “reasonable”. So, what will fair look like in your case, when fairness, sometimes likened to beauty, is in the eye of the beholder? In short,…
Stanford conference explores education technology in the age of AI
“We want students to thrive throughout their whole life, and we want them to have the educational experiences that lead to that thriving,” said Professor Susanna Loeb in the opening panel of the 2024 Accelerate Edtech Impact summit at Stanford. “We want that for all students. We don’t just want that for students from well resourced families, and we don’t just want that for students who are motivated and engaged…
Better guidance equals better reporting: Navigating the Supply Chains Act for year 2 reporting
Updated guidance for entities (Guidance) has been published with respect to the reporting obligations under the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (the Supply Chains Act). The revisions provide significant clarification in several areas where there was previous uncertainty, including with respect to the definition of “assets” and the type of activities that will trigger a reporting obligation. The Guidance also includes tips for avoiding…
Podcast: Microsoft’s chief scientist on AI’s untapped potential
JAIME TEEVAN: Thanks, Molly. It’s a pleasure to join. MOLLY WOOD: So, you have the most fantastic-sounding job at Microsoft. Can you tell us a little bit about it? What was Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s initial vision for your role? And then what’s your day-to-day like? JAIME TEEVAN: Yeah, I do have the most fantastic job, so you are right. [Laughs] My job is to drive research-backed innovation in our core products.…
Global Economics Intelligence executive summary, October 2024
Global growth is expected to remain stable and slow into next year, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Its World Economic Outlook report, released in October, predicts global annual real GDP growth to be 3.2% in both 2024 and 2025, rising to 3.1% in five years’ time, a performance it describes as mediocre compared with the prepandemic average. Unsurprisingly, forecasts for 2024 and 2025 see emerging markets and developing…
25 tech and infrastructure problems to solve before we can reach net zero
As the earth continues to warm and concerns increase over climate risks ranging from extreme flooding to heatwaves, world leaders are gathered in Baku, Azerbaijan, for another round of climate discussions at COP29. For companies, the strategic consequences of climate action — particularly in the face of rising global uncertainties — are top of mind. Corporate leaders are thinking about how to meet their own net-zero goals, and how to…
Get Your Wallets Ready – The Price of Patents Are Going Up!
Attention, inventors, in-house counsel, and anyone with a vested interest in the world of intellectual property: the USPTO just issued its final rule for patent fees. This is a follow-up to the 2023 proposal—but with a slightly softer landing. Starting January 19, 2025, the cost of securing those all-important patent rights is going up—because inflation, higher examiner pay, and new small-entity discounts have left the USPTO needing more revenue to…
Eat, Drink and Be Merry – The federal government announces temporary GST/HST holiday on qualifying goods
On Nov. 21, 2024, the Department of Finance announced temporary goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) relief on certain qualifying goods as part of the federal government’s wider announcement titled More money in your pocket: A tax break for all Canadians. While the authors generally support substantive tax reform to address Canada’s declining productivity and relieve inflationary pressure on the cost of living for Canadians, temporary GST/HST relief on…
Microsoft shares latest intelligence on North Korean and Chinese threat actors
This year at CYBERWARCON, Microsoft Threat Intelligence analysts are sharing research and insights representing years of threat actor tracking, infrastructure monitoring and disruption, and attacker tooling. The talk DPRK – All grown up will cover how the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has successfully built computer network exploitation capability over the past 10 years and how threat actors have enabled North Korea to steal billions of dollars in cryptocurrency…
Robotics for Environmental Innovation
When researchers need to collect data about a worksite’s soil quality, they can run into several problems. Using excavators to access sites can be challenging, expensive, and may limit the ability to collect samples. Once an excavator does return a scoop of soil, scientists must still collect soil samples by hand for shipping and analysis at an off-site commercial lab. In short, their work is often dirty, dangerous and expensive.…
Anti-Business Sentiment Is Uniting Political Opposites
This commentary originally appeared in Time. This week’s news regarding the Biden Administration’s effort to force Alphabet to divest Google Chrome is consistent with shared anti-big business sentiments in large parts of the Republican right. The attack on American pillars of U.S. prominence, including technology, the food industry, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and higher education—all the envy of the rest of the world—hints an anger that is now bringing together America’s…
Warning: Upgrade your personal operating model
“Update now or risk losing access to your company’s systems and services.” Executives have likely seen this kind of message regularly sent to their company-issued mobile phone or computer. And when it pops up, they know exactly what it means and why: upgrading a device’s operating system can help protect it against bugs or unlock new features for more effectiveness. As a leader, updates to your own operating system can…
What If Listening Could Change Everything?
What if listening could change everything? This raw and captivating episode with guest Avi Kluger reveals how listening and the “space between” people can unlock new ways of seeing, feeling and transforming, and profoundly reshape how we lead, connect and grow. A pioneering researcher in feedback and organizational behavior, Avi shares his personal journey to understand the power of listening and its potential to unlock unexpected depths in ourselves and…
Faculty Senate upholds 2020 Scott Atlas censure, discusses school initiatives
The Faculty Senate voted against rescinding its 2020 censure of Scott Atlas, a Hoover Institution fellow who advised President Donald Trump on COVID-19 matters, following a lengthy discussion on Thursday.Deans from the Graduate School of Business, School of Engineering, School of Humanities and Sciences, and School of Law also shared their guiding priorities with the senate during the last meeting of the fall quarter.In response to a senator’s question, Provost…
Seeing is believing—or is it? How online images fuel gender bias
From TikTok and YouTube to Google Images and AI-driven art generators, visual content is dominating the digital world. More than 3.2 billion images and 720,000 hours of video were posted on the internet every day in 2023, and that figure is rapidly growing. “The production and circulation of images is on a whole new scale,” says Douglas Guilbeault, an assistant professor of organizational behavior at Stanford Graduate School of Business.…
Men more willing than women to accept robot care in old age, Oxford study finds
The study, published in the journal Community, Work and Family, assesses people's attitudes towards having robots caring for oneself, providing services and companionship, when one is infirm or elderly. The study draws on data from 28 European countries, factoring in local determinants such as GDP, women’s labour force participation rates, and spending on elderly care. The lead author, Professor Ekaterina Hertog, Associate Professor at the Oxford Internet Institute & the…
Derivative Carriers Don’t Exist in the Air Industry, Says the NMB in Swissport
In a recent advisory opinion following the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) referral, the National Mediation Board (NMB) ruled on whether the Railway Labor Act (RLA) applies to Swissport Cargo Services, LP, a third-party ground service provider for airlines (i.e., a “derivative carrier”). Deviating from nearly 40 years of history, the NMB held that the RLA does not cover Swissport or its employees, reasoning that Swissport is not a “common…
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