Homechevron_rightArchiveschevron_rightPolicy and Regulation

Archives

Explore Stories by Date

Today

Microsoft Halts Cloud and AI Services to Israeli Defense Unit Amid Mass Surveillance Concerns

Microsoft has disabled cloud and AI services for an Israeli defense unit following an internal review that found evidence of a surveillance system targeting Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. The decision comes after media reports and employee protests.

5 Sources

Medicare to Pilot AI-Driven Prior Authorization Program in 2026

The Trump administration announces a controversial pilot program to use AI for approving or denying Medicare treatments in six states, starting in 2026. This move aims to reduce wasteful spending but raises concerns about potential care delays and denials.

2 Sources

The Rise of AI Agents: A Double-Edged Sword for Business Cybersecurity

As businesses rapidly deploy AI agents across various functions, they face new cybersecurity challenges. The explosive growth of non-human identities outpaces security measures, exposing organizations to potential threats and vulnerabilities.

2 Sources

Elon Musk's xAI Secures Government Contract for Grok Chatbot at 42 Cents

Elon Musk's xAI has struck a deal with the U.S. General Services Administration to provide its Grok AI chatbot to federal agencies for just 42 cents. This move intensifies competition in the AI sector and aligns with the government's push to expand AI use in operations.

9 Sources

Spotify Unveils New AI Policies to Combat 'Slop' and Protect Artists

Spotify announces major updates to its AI policies, including labeling AI-generated music, implementing spam filters, and addressing unauthorized voice clones. These changes aim to enhance transparency and protect both artists and listeners in the evolving landscape of AI-generated content.

12 Sources

Yesterday

Zelenskyy Warns of AI-Driven Arms Race in UN Address

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the UN General Assembly, highlighting the dangers of AI and drone warfare. He emphasized the need for immediate action to prevent a global arms race and criticized the UN's effectiveness in handling conflicts.

2 Sources

BharatGen's Ambitious AI Plans: From Trillion-Parameter Models to Domain-Specific Solutions

BharatGen, an IIT Bombay-led consortium, secures major funding under India's AI Mission to develop large language models and small language models for various sectors, aiming to establish India's sovereign AI capabilities.

2 Sources

AI-Driven Attacks Surge: Deepfakes and Prompt Injection Threaten Businesses of All Sizes

A Gartner survey reveals that 62% of organizations faced AI-driven attacks in the past year, with deepfake audio emerging as the top threat. Small businesses are increasingly targeted, and prompt injection attacks are on the rise, highlighting the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures across all sectors.

2 Sources

Alibaba and Nvidia Partner to Advance AI and Global Cloud Expansion

Alibaba integrates Nvidia's Physical AI tools into its cloud, boosting its AI development efforts. The partnership coincides with Alibaba's significant global data center expansion, solidifying its AI-first strategy.

6 Sources

UN Takes Unprecedented Steps to Address Global AI Governance

The United Nations is set to tackle artificial intelligence governance at its annual high-level meeting, marking a significant move towards global AI regulation. New bodies and initiatives aim to address the challenges and risks posed by rapidly advancing AI technology.

6 Sources

23 Sept 2025

OpenAI's Massive Data Center Expansion: Project Stargate Accelerates

OpenAI, in partnership with Oracle and SoftBank, announces plans for five new AI data centers across the US as part of Project Stargate. This expansion aims to boost AI infrastructure and secure American leadership in artificial intelligence.

30 Sources

Meta Launches Super PAC to Combat State-Level AI Regulation

Meta invests heavily in a new super PAC, the American Technology Excellence Project, to fight against state-level AI regulations. This move comes as states propose numerous AI-related bills, potentially impacting the tech industry's growth and innovation.

5 Sources

LinkedIn to Use Member Data for AI Training: Opt-Out Option Available

LinkedIn announces plans to use member data for AI model training starting November 3, 2025. The change affects users in various regions, including the EU, UK, and Switzerland. Members can opt out, but previously collected data may still be used.

4 Sources

Meta Expands Llama AI Access to US Allies in Europe and Asia

Meta Platforms is extending access to its Llama AI system to key US allies in Europe and Asia, including France, Germany, Italy, Japan, South Korea, NATO, and EU institutions. This move follows US government approval for Llama's use by federal agencies.

5 Sources

22 Sept 2025

AI-Generated Legal Citations Lead to $10,000 Fine for California Attorney

A California attorney faces a $10,000 fine for submitting an appeal with fake AI-generated legal citations. This case highlights the growing concerns about AI use in the legal profession and the need for careful verification of AI-generated content.

4 Sources

Get all updates into your inbox 💌, Stay Up-to-date for Free 🥳

Your Daily Dose of Curated AI News

Don’t drown in AI news. We cut through the noise - filtering, ranking and summarizing the most important AI news, breakthroughs and research daily. Spend less time searching for the latest in AI and get straight to action.

The Outpost

News

About