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There’s 5 days left in the month as we welcome guest host Steve Greenfield back to the show. Today, we’re covering the CDK cyberattack for hopefully the last time, Steve’s new book on mobility and a unique high school that is replacing teachers with AI.

Show Notes with links:

• CDK Global reports that two significant cyberattacks in June did not result in the theft of dealership employee or consumer data following a 3rd party expert review, despite causing widespread disruption across North America.
  • "We are pleased to report that after conducting a thorough third-party expert review of the June 19th cyber incident, we have not discovered a compromise of reportable dealer employee or consumer personally identifiable information,” said a CDK spokesperson
  • The attacks led to a two-week shutdown of its dealership management system, affecting 15,000 dealerships. CDK offered a one-month rebate to customers impacted, though some dealers felt it was insufficient.
  • CDK continues to work on minimizing future risks and addressing pending lawsuits related to the attacks.
  • The CDK spokesperson added, "Dealers can now reassure both their employees and consumers that their data is secure and continue to focus on providing excellent experiences throughout the car buying and owning journey."

• Steve Greenfield recently wrote a book called “The Future of Mobility”, exploring the next 10 years, and how we will move people and goods by Land, Sea, Air and Space.

• A high school in London is shaking up education by introducing AI tools, including ChatGPT, to replace teachers for some students, aiming to personalize their learning experience.
  • David Game College is piloting this AI-driven program with 20 students, focusing on subjects like English, mathematics, and science.
  • The AI tools will provide personalized learning paths, allowing students to learn at their own pace.
  • John Dalton, co-principal, emphasized that this approach could enhance student confidence and mental health by enabling mastery of subjects.
  • Students will still receive human support through full-time learning coaches and a diverse afternoon curriculum.
  • Critics warn that AI can’t fully replace the value of human educators, highlighting past failures like LA’s AI chatbot, Ed.
  • John Dalton, co-principal of David Game College shared "the system does not judge students. Instead, it allows them to learn at their own pace in a safe environment.”

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