"Libraries are in crisis, caught between shrinking budgets and growing demand for services. Congress must act now to ensure that a pillar of equality in our communities isn’t sacrificed on the altar of profit."
https://t.co/N93Vhkn5QV
Did you miss our recent podcast with Nick Tanzi (@techie_lib)? Listen here and be sure to check out some of our other episodes while you're at it! https://t.co/keROEJM3K6
The U.S. Copyright Office has just released Part 1 of its findings and recommendations on #copyright and #artificialintelligence, focusing on digital replicas. Read the report at: https://t.co/F7GgQMQeHZ
"Your local public library could be a treasure trove of great technology for you to try out, borrow, and even take classes learning how to use." Nice piece from @PCMag on makerspace tech, library of things, and digital collections.
https://t.co/d7Equ8iCbo
OpenAI is announcing its much-anticipated entry into the search market, #SearchGPT, an #AI-powered search engine with real-time access to information across the internet. #SearchEngine https://t.co/rARUOqrPiv
"While capturing an accurate snapshot of the Australian internet in 2024 would include #AI content, there are concerns that its inclusion may also affect our ability to understand our own culture." #archives https://t.co/x47gOJsI37
"#Libraries are generally unable to make a shift to primarily digital holdings even as the number of patrons who want digital comes to rival or even exceed the number of patrons who want print." #publishing
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“While every cyberattack is different and requires a tailored response, it’s clear that public sector organizations are increasingly being targeted..."
https://t.co/BB74gxbbtg
"By bridging the digital divide, [#libraries] uphold our commitment to providing equitable access to information and empowering communities to thrive in an increasingly digital world."
https://t.co/U7CLF0fcpU
The Association of Research #Libraries has issued new #AI guidelines to help librarians deal with an onslaught of inquiries related to generative artificial intelligence. https://t.co/RYCU9iwiYN
"Some companies now let individuals and business customers opt out of having their content used in #AI training or being sold for training purposes. Here’s what you can—and can’t—do."
https://t.co/7rsxNFOnrx
"#Digitization has been a transformative tool for scholars and a valuable shield against the dangers that threaten paper-based historical records. But it is time to consider the vulnerabilities of digital repositories as well." #libraries#archives https://t.co/4bEtWZGJJm
Looking forward to hearing the fantastic Nick Tanzi @Techie_Lib talking about #AI in #libraries. "No doubt libraries are essential in the age of #AI#EDGE2024