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What’s New Today: CMRL Hiring AGM (Elevated Construction) and AGM (Underground Construction)
Fast-Track Insights: FBI Seizes Over US$6 Million Cryptocurrency from International Scammers
ChatGPT's new remember feature can retain information from discussions and save it in a memory file.
This capability was initially launched in a beta version in February and has now been widely available.
However, Johann Rehberger, a security expert, has identified some vulnerabilities in the remember feature. He points out that the problem stems from the chatbot's "long-term conversation memory" function, which is susceptible to manipulation through specific prompts.
Rehberger demonstrated the vulnerability of this feature by uploading a Microsoft Word document filled with incorrect information. Rehberger used this feature to show how it can get easily manipulated.
Rehberger continued his investigation and revealed that ChatGPT is not only capable of storing inaccurate memories but can also mistakenly transmit incorrect data to external servers.
When the issue was initially brought to OpenAI's attention privately, it was allegedly dismissed as a "Model Safety Issue" rather than a security concern, according to The Byte.
After Rehberger provided evidence, OpenAI fixed the system to prevent the transmission of data to third-party servers. Nonetheless, the problem of memory manipulation remains unresolved.
Rehberger further investigated and showed how ChatGPT could not only store false memories but also transfer the wrong data to an external server.
Earlier, when the issue was privately reported to OpenAI, it allegedly denied it and said that it was a “Model Safety Issue” rather than a security threat, as per a report by The Byte.
Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) is in search of qualified and skilled individuals for the positions of AGM (Elevated Construction) and AGM (Underground Construction). According to the official notification of CMRL Recruitment 2024, the age range will be considered lower and upper should be 17 and 47, respectively.
A total of three positions are available for these roles. The contract duration for these positions is two years, with the possibility of an extension based on the candidates' performance and the organization's needs.
The selection criteria include an interview and a medical check-up. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree or Bachelor's in Technology (Civil) from a government-recognized university or institute, which has been approved by AICTE or UGC. A Master's degree or Master's in Technology (Civil Engineering) is preferred.
Applicants are required to have at least 17 years of experience after completing their qualifications in executing large-scale infrastructure projects such as major bridge constructions for highways, railways, and metro rail systems.
The candidate must be experienced in handling contract management for large infrastructure projects. Knowledge and proficiency in managing FIDIC conditions of contracts or international civil construction contracts are also sought after.
Experience in quality control and assurance in civil construction, safety management, program monitoring, and adherence to International Building Codes for the construction of elevated structures will be beneficial.
Blackstone Inc., a US private equity giant, confirmed its £10 billion or US$13.3 billion investment to build an AI data center in northeast England. The announcement was made by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer during his visit last week in New York.
The AI data center project is expected to start next year. It would create around 4,000 jobs, out of which about 1,200 would be directly attributable to the construction itself.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has seized over US$6 million worth of cryptocurrency from international perpetrators involved in fraudulent investment schemes, according to an official announcement.
Matthew M. Graves, the US Attorney for the District of Columbia, in collaboration with US Attorney Francis M. Hamilton III for the Eastern District of Tennessee, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri, the head of the Criminal Division, and FBI Special Agent in Charge Joseph E. Carrico of the Knoxville Division, have jointly disclosed the operation.
These criminals, operating from Southeast Asia, targeted people in the US through schemes promising investments in cryptocurrency, fraudulently taking millions by taking advantage of people's trust.
The FBI followed the trail of the stolen money on the blockchain, finding several addresses on the cryptocurrency ledger that contained more than $6 million belonging to the victims.
Cryptocurrency confidence investment schemes usually start with scammers reaching out to potential victims through text messages, dating apps, or groups for professionals in investments.
“In these scams, fraudsters trick U.S. citizens into believing they are transferring funds to legitimate investment opportunities when, in fact, they are unwittingly handing their money to the perpetrators,” said U.S. Attorney Graves.
Adding to it, U.S. Attorney Graves said, “Despite these fraudsters operating from outside the United States, we, along with the FBI, are committed to recovering these funds and holding those responsible accountable.”
