There is growing evidence that smart devices are being used to harrass and monitor individuals. Does that put you off using your Alexa?

There is growing evidence that smart devices are being used to harrass and monitor individuals. Does that put you off using your Alexa?

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.
From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

The Agenda is your go-to programme for news, analysis and comment - a daily digest of local and international stories that matter to you. Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE. From Covid-19, to climate change and community issues, The Agenda covers stories from every walk of life, so get in touch with us and tell us your news.

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Is your Alexa out to get you? Yes

The Odyssey has been leaked online. More than two million people have apparently watched a high quality version via social media. The incident has once again raised important questions about digital piracy and how creators can protect their work in an age where content can be shared globally in seconds. It's an issue the UAE takes seriously and we are joined today by two of the key people spearheading the fight against piracy in this country.  

Forty-two domestic worker recruitment offices have come under fire, as the UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation reports on the number of fines its issued in the first half of this year. What are the rules when hiring a domestic worker in the UAE? 

The UAE is taking another major step in its AI ambitions, announcing what it says is the world's first fully integrated AI-powered judicial platform. What does it look like in practice?

And for Filipinos abroad, home can be just one song away.  

The Odyssey has been leaked online. More than two million people have apparently watched a high quality version via social media. The incident has once again raised important questions about digital piracy and how creators can protect their work in an age where content can be shared globally in seconds. It's an issue the UAE takes seriously and we are joined today by two of the key people spearheading the fight against piracy in this country. &nbsp;
Forty-two domestic worker recruitment offices have come under fire, as the UAE&rsquo;s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation reports on the number of fines its issued in the first half of this year. What are the rules when hiring a domestic worker in the UAE?&nbsp;
The UAE is taking another major step in its AI ambitions, announcing what it says is the world's first fully integrated AI-powered judicial platform. What does it look like in practice?
And for Filipinos abroad, home can be just one song away. &nbsp;

The UAE's Fight Against Digital Piracy

The UAE has expressed its solidarity with France as emergency crews continue to tackle the blazes. A fire outside Madrid is Spain's biggest on record - and flames are edging closer to Bordeaux in France, a city of nearly one million people. 

OpenAI has revealed that one of its experimental AI systems escaped a controlled testing environment and hacked into the systems of AI platform Hugging Face while trying to complete a cybersecurity test. How worried should we really be about the future? 

If you've ever thought about adopting a pet, Dubai is hoping to make that process a little easier.

And are you a lily-padder?

The UAE has expressed its solidarity with France as emergency crews continue to tackle the blazes. A fire outside Madrid is Spain's biggest on record - and flames are edging closer to Bordeaux in France, a city of nearly one million people.&nbsp;
OpenAI has revealed that one of its experimental AI systems escaped a controlled testing environment and hacked into the systems of AI platform Hugging Face while trying to complete a cybersecurity test. How worried should we really be about the future?&nbsp;
If you've ever thought about adopting a pet, Dubai is hoping to make that process a little easier.
And are you a lily-padder?

Wildfires Threaten France and Spain

Attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea have once again put one of the world's busiest shipping lanes firmly in the spotlight. We get the latest from the International Maritime Organization.

How many hours of sleep do you get in a  night? Japan's Prime Minister says she's lucky if she gets three hours. What actually happens to the brain when we are chronically sleep deprived?

More than 10,000 UAE residents have already signed up to Dubai's new Dubai Invite scheme, which rewards people for persuading friends and family to visit the emirate. Big marketing effort to bring more people into the country. Is it likely to work? 

India's education minister resigned on Saturday after students protested over leaked exam papers, with many celebrating his departure as a victory. 

And do you know all bird songs are made from just eight basic types of sounds?

Attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea have once again put one of the world's busiest shipping lanes firmly in the spotlight. We get the latest from the International Maritime Organization.
How many hours of sleep do you get in a &nbsp;night? Japan's Prime Minister says she's lucky if she gets three hours. What actually happens to the brain when we are chronically sleep deprived?
More than 10,000 UAE residents have already signed up to Dubai's new Dubai Invite scheme, which rewards people for persuading friends and family to visit the emirate. Big marketing effort to bring more people into the country. Is it likely to work?&nbsp;
India's education minister resigned on Saturday after students protested over leaked exam papers, with many celebrating his departure as a victory.&nbsp;
And do you know all bird songs are made from just eight basic types of sounds?

Is your Alexa out to get you? Yes

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