Homechevron_rightArchiveschevron_rightPolicy and Regulation

Archives

Explore Stories by Date

24 Oct 2024

Nobel Laureate Simon Johnson Warns Against Big Tech's AI Dominance and Calls for Regulation

Nobel economics prize winner Simon Johnson cautions against allowing tech billionaires to shape the future of AI, emphasizing the need for regulation and a focus on benefiting less-skilled workers.

3 Sources

AI Chatbot Linked to Teen's Suicide Sparks Lawsuit and Safety Concerns

A mother sues Character.AI after her son's suicide, raising alarms about the safety of AI companions for teens and the need for better regulation in the rapidly evolving AI industry.

40 Sources

Foreign Interference and Disinformation Threats Escalate Ahead of U.S. Presidential Election

As the U.S. presidential election approaches, foreign interference and disinformation campaigns from Russia, China, and Iran have become more sophisticated and pervasive, posing significant challenges to election integrity and public trust.

8 Sources

23 Oct 2024

WTO Committee on Market Access Holds Third Session on Supply Chain Resilience: Emphasizing Data and Technology

The World Trade Organization's Committee on Market Access conducted its third thematic session on supply chain resilience, focusing on the importance of trade data, technological advancements, and international cooperation in enhancing global supply chain stability.

3 Sources

EU's Tech Security Nominee Outlines Plans to Boost AI Use and Battlefield Technology

Henna Virkkunen, Europe's nominated head of tech sovereignty and security, proposes an AI and Cloud Development Act to address the EU's productivity gap with China and the US, while also focusing on battlefield technology and child protection online.

4 Sources

U.S.-China Tech War Set to Intensify Regardless of 2024 Election Outcome

The U.S.-China tech conflict is expected to escalate after the 2024 presidential election, with both candidates likely to implement stricter measures to curb Chinese technological advancements and protect U.S. interests in the AI and semiconductor industries.

5 Sources

Apple CEO Tim Cook's China Visit: Navigating AI Challenges and Reaffirming Commitment

Tim Cook's second visit to China this year focuses on strengthening ties, addressing AI rollout challenges, and reaffirming Apple's commitment to the Chinese market amid increasing competition.

4 Sources

Russian AI-Enabled Disinformation Campaigns Target US Election, Intelligence Officials Confirm

US intelligence officials confirm that Russian operatives are using AI-enabled disinformation campaigns to interfere in the upcoming US presidential election, targeting Democratic candidates with manipulated content.

6 Sources

Massachusetts Parents Sue School Over AI Use in Student's History Project

A legal battle unfolds as parents challenge a high school's disciplinary action against their son for using AI in a history assignment, raising questions about AI's role in education.

4 Sources

Prove AI Launches on Hedera Network to Enhance AI Governance and Data Security

Prove AI transitions to the Hedera network, offering secure AI training data solutions and automated compliance checks to meet growing regulatory demands in the AI industry.

2 Sources

OpenAI Bolsters Leadership with Key Appointments in Compliance and Economics

OpenAI hires Scott Schools as its first Chief Compliance Officer and Dr. Aaron Chatterji as its first Chief Economist, strengthening its regulatory and economic expertise amid AI industry growth.

2 Sources

OpenAI Appoints First Chief Economist to Analyze AI's Economic Impact

OpenAI has hired Dr. Aaron "Ronnie" Chatterji as its first chief economist to lead research on AI's economic implications, including its effects on growth, job creation, and labor market trends.

9 Sources

Perplexity AI Defends Against News Corp's Copyright Lawsuit, Highlighting AI-Media Tensions

Perplexity AI responds to News Corp's copyright infringement lawsuit, denying allegations and criticizing media companies' stance on AI technology. The case underscores growing tensions between AI companies and traditional media over content usage and attribution.

16 Sources

Thousands of Artists Unite Against Unlicensed AI Training in Open Letter

Over 11,500 creatives, including renowned actors, musicians, and authors, sign an open letter protesting the unauthorized use of their work to train AI models, citing threats to their livelihoods and calling for change in the AI industry.

23 Sources

Tech Giants and Civil Society Groups Urge Congress to Authorize U.S. AI Safety Institute

A coalition of over 60 tech companies, nonprofits, and academic institutions are calling on Congress to pass legislation authorizing the U.S. AI Safety Institute within NIST before the end of 2024, citing concerns about national competitiveness and AI safety.

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