OpenAI and Anthropic Tell British Lawmakers: Regulate Us
AI leaders joined whistleblowers and security leaders at a sweeping parliamentary session, while a few hundred meters away Britain’s spy chief warned AI could be used to create new.
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Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Restrict Use of Flock Cameras
US lawmakers propose legislation to limit the use of Flock cameras, threatening to cut federal funding from states that do not comply.
UK Lawmakers Are Freaking Out Over AI’s Summer of Chaos
As AI agents go rogue and fears of superintelligence grow, politicians are raising the alarm over its potential harm to human.
People Are ‘Marrying’ Chatbots. These Lawmakers Want to Stop Them
Human-AI marriages are not currently recognized by US law.
Pennsylvania Lawmakers Propose Mandatory Smart Glasses Recording Lights
A Pennsylvania lawmaker has proposed a bill requiring smart glasses to visually indicate when they are recording, addressing a gap in current US regulations.
Nvidia Employees Urge Return of CEO After Multiple Allegations of Infidelity
Nvidia employees are calling for the return of CEO Jensen Huang after multiple reported affairs and his abrupt resignation, despite his previous leadership contributions.
The Midterms Were a Significant Boost for the Right-to-Repair Movement
Midterm elections showed support for right-to-repair policies, particularly in areas like agriculture and housing.
The Conspiracy Theorists' Desperation Over Voter Fraud in the US Election
Republican strategist Joey Mannarino and other MAGA influencers are spreading conspiracy theories about voter fraud, despite election glitches.
US Government's Delay in Releasing Secret Court Ruling on Surveillance Practices
Democratic senators demand explanation for Trump administration's delay in releasing a secret court ruling on surveillance practices, citing legal mandates and potential trust issues.
Norway Proposes a Temporary Ban on Smart Glasses in Certain Locations
Norway considers a ban on smart glasses in areas where privacy is critical, including schools, healthcare facilities, and fitness centers.
The Rural Data Center Tax Break: A Mixed Blessing
New tax benefits for rural data centers could boost projects, but experts warn of mixed results and potential misuse.
Amazon’s Commitment to Transparency: Ending NDA Use for Data Centers
Amazon pledges $1 billion investment in communities hosting data centers, ending NDA use to promote openness and education.
How to Combat Surveillance Pricing Before It Devours Your Budget
Lindsay Owens discusses how new technologies, particularly generative AI, are making it harder to find fair prices, and offers strategies to combat surveillance pricing.
Academics Explore Solutions to Prevent Sexual Interactions in Self-Driving Cars
Academics are brainstorming ways to prevent sexual activities in self-driving cars, aiming to ensure public acceptance and safety of autonomous mobility solutions.
California Law Proposes Reparations for Communities Affected by Oil Drilling
California lawmakers have passed a new law aimed at providing reparations to communities affected by oil drilling, addressing long-standing environmental injustices.
Meta's Copyright System Used Against Albanian Protesters: A Weaponized Censorship
Meta’s copyright system is being used to suspend accounts in Albania, raising concerns about censorship and coordinated attacks.
The FBI's New 'Bestiality' Hiring Standards: A Closer Look
The FBI has relaxed its hiring standards, allowing applicants with histories of bestiality or animal cruelty to be considered, sparking debate and criticism.
Deepfake Pornography Sites Targeting European Politicians: A Growing Concern
Over 150 European politicians, predominantly women, have been featured on harmful deepfake pornography websites, raising concerns about online harassment and intimidation.
Charlie Kirk's Assassination: Conspiracy Theories Persist and Perpetuate
One year after Charlie Kirk's death, conspiracy theories about the shooting persist, driven by social media and right-wing influencers, with potential real-world consequences.
Meta Failed to Catch Hundreds of AI Child Abuse Ads. Some Included Images of Real Kids
Images of real children, including a member of a European royal family, were used to create some of the 350 ads containing child sexual abuse.
Madison Square Garden Privacy Concerns Drive New York City Legislation
New York City lawmakers are pushing for new legislation to ban the use of facial-recognition technology at Madison Square Garden and other public venues, amid privacy concerns and data collection practices.
ICE Agents Face Scrutiny: State Laws Require Visible Officers Amidst Concerns Over Facial Recognition Accuracy
States demand ICE officers show their faces, but concerns over facial recognition software's accuracy persist, raising questions about the effectiveness of these measures.
Military Apps Contain Foreign-Sourced Code: Study Reveals Risks
A study examining hundreds of military apps has found that more than one in eight contain code from foreign nations, raising concerns about potential data harvesting by adversaries.
European Parliament Extends Tech Companies' Right to Scan Private Messages for Child Abuse
European Parliament has voted to extend legislation allowing tech companies to scan private messages for child sexual abuse material, despite a majority of lawmakers voting against the proposal.
Trump Administration's Relationship with Anthropic: Insights into the Claude Fable 5 Controversy
The Trump administration has been engaging more with Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) company, since the departure of CEO Dario Amodei, who was replaced by his cofounder Tom Brown in discussions about re-releasing the Claude Fable 5 model.
Illinois Legislators Tighten Restrictions on Smart Glasses for Drivers: What It Means for the Future
Illinois lawmakers are tightening restrictions on smart glasses for drivers, setting a precedent for other states to follow.
China Didn’t Make Americans Hate Data Centers
GOP lawmakers, tech investors, and even OpenAI have tied the anti-data-center movement in the US to Chinese interference.
Meta's Speech Changes Lead to Increased Threats Against Politicians
Meta's recent changes to speech rules have led to a significant increase in abusive and threatening comments directed at politicians, according to new research from the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH).
Prediction Markets and Election Denialism: A Closer Look at Kalshi and Polymarket
Kalshi and Polymarket, two prediction market platforms, have asked influencers to remove social media posts questioning the Los Angeles mayoral election results, highlighting the challenges these companies face in navigating political commentary and legal.
OpenAI and Anthropic Sign Letter to Prevent AI-Developed Biological Weapons
Leading AI labs, executives, and scientists are sending a letter to lawmakers urging them to improve tracking of synthetic DNA sequences that could be used.