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An online propaganda campaign used AI-generated headshots to create fake journalists

The Verge

Examples of AI-generated faces, not connected with the network of fake authors described in this news story. At least 19 fake personas were used to author op-eds published in dozens of mainly conservative publications, with AI-generated headshots of would-be authors used to trick targets into believing the writers were real people.

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What can you learn by visualizing your Twitter network?

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

While they are fun (and addicting), they are most useful if you set aside some time to not only generate the visual, but think about what does it mean for your current practice. The participants include in-country teams from six different countries: Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.

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Dubai-based accounting and financial compliance startup, Wafeq, raises $3M

TechCrunch

In 2016, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states signed the Value Added Tax (VAT) agreement paving way for the introduction of the general levy on consumption across the region. It also generates actionable financial reports and insights for businesses. “We Wafeq says its powering accounting and financial compliance for SMEs.

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5 takeaways on trust in NGOs to manage new innovations and technologies 

Candid

The innovations and technologies mentioned in the survey are: green energy, such as biofuels, liquid hydrogen, and wind and solar power; artificial intelligence, including machine learning, natural language processing, and generative AI; gene-based medicine, such as mRNA vaccines, gene splicing, and gene therapy; and genetically modified foods.

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Huawei reportedly plans to return to the global smartphone market

TechNode

The Huawei Mate 60 Pro has generated significant buzz on both domestic and international social platforms in September as it is powered by the self-developed Kirin 9000S chip, featuring cutting-edge 7nm process technology. This month, Huawei is also expected to launch a new smartwatch in Spain. IThome, in Chinese ]

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Thynk wants to upgrade hotel stays with a vertical software platform

TechCrunch

He landed on the hospitality industry because it generates $9 billion in revenue every year and it has been neglected. Hospitality’s end goal is nothing more than a new way to generate income on real estate assets,” Petit said. In the United Arab Emirates, Thynk has started working with Rottana, a group with 65 hotels and 15,000 rooms.

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BEYOND EXPO 2024 | Unlocking opportunities and embracing the unknown in the Middle East

TechNode

Xu also expressed optimism about the younger generation of Chinese entrepreneurs, adding that they are better equipped to navigate the complexities of the global business landscape due to their broader experiences and open-mindedness.