vistaspark
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@vistasparkin
Independent perspectives on systems, services, and consumer experience. Focused on clarity, accountability, and outcomes
India’s FTA momentum is accelerating with trade talks across the US, Canada, EU and beyond. From textiles and pharma to engineering and tech, the next phase could reshape India’s export ecosystem-if implementation keeps pace. @marcorubio #India #FTA #Trade #Exports #GlobalTrade
A Bengaluru-based startup, Pronto, is facing massive backlash after reports claimed the company was recording activities inside customers’ homes to help train AI and robotics systems. With @danielaureltv
This is a serious privacy issue if true. Consent has to be very explicit ideally
Unless you have opted-in and paid for the program personally, the Pro doesn't come to the house with a camera. Opt in is not one time, it has to be affirmed before each booking. By default there is no camera involved, and when there is, it's impossible to miss. The pilot reaches 0.1% of customers and we spent months to ensure full DPDP compliance. And we are not the only company in the space doing this.
Recording inside your house to train AI! This is scary Suddenly feeling relieved that Pronto cancelled my booking last min.
Important: How Pronto is turning Indian homes into training grounds for its investors’ Physical AI vision Did you know? Pronto professionals use small outward-facing cameras during select opt-in jobs, and customers receive the footage afterward. => In an internal memo, Glade Brook also said Pronto aims to formalise informal labour markets while generating data useful for Physical AI and robotics training. (🧵)
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