All Things Internet: The Big Players & The Issues

The world has grown increasingly connected over the past few decades and a huge chunk of our lives are online. We cover the companies you care about: YouTube, Google, Amazon, and the issues you care about: NBN, IoT, social media, privacy and security.

  • AI Algorithm Raises Concerns for Child Protective Services

    AI Algorithm Raises Concerns for Child Protective Services

    An artificial intelligence tool used by a child protective services agency in Pittsburgh is under scrutiny for its alleged racial discrimination against families. The Associated Press first reported on the concerns following an investigation revealing transparency issues and potential bias caused by the AI algorithms used in the child welfare system.


  • Case of Mad Cow Disease Reported in the Netherlands

    Case of Mad Cow Disease Reported in the Netherlands

    A case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy — more colorfully known as mad cow disease — has been detected on a farm in the Netherlands. It’s the first time that an infected cow has been reported in the country in over a decade. Authorities say the cow should not pose a threat to human health, but…