Homechevron_rightArchiveschevron_rightPolicy and Regulation

Archives

Explore Stories by Date

29 Apr 2025

AI in Biotechnology: Balancing Innovation with Biosecurity Concerns

Researchers propose built-in safeguards for AI tools in biotechnology to mitigate potential biosecurity risks while harnessing the technology's potential for scientific advancements.

2 Sources

AI-Generated Ad Sparks Debate in New Jersey Governor's Race

Democratic Rep. Josh Gottheimer's use of AI in a campaign ad featuring a deepfake boxing match with Trump raises questions about the role of artificial intelligence in political campaigns and its potential impact on election integrity.

2 Sources

Trump Administration's AI Talent Purge Contradicts Push for AI Dominance

Despite emphasizing AI advancement, the Trump administration has dismissed numerous AI experts hired during Biden's tenure, potentially hindering federal AI initiatives and expertise.

2 Sources

UK Children's Commissioner Calls for Ban on AI 'Nudification' Apps Amid Growing Concerns

The UK Children's Commissioner is urging the government to ban AI apps that create deepfake nude images of children, citing fears among young people and the potential for abuse. The call comes as part of a broader push for stricter regulation of AI technology to protect minors.

4 Sources

Huawei Challenges Nvidia's AI Chip Dominance with New Ascend 920 Processor

Huawei unveils its most powerful AI chip, the Ascend 920, in response to US export restrictions on Nvidia's chips to China. This development could reshape the global AI chip market and intensify the tech rivalry between the US and China.

27 Sources

Study Reveals People Trust ChatGPT's Legal Advice More Than Human Lawyers

A new study finds that non-experts are more likely to rely on legal advice from ChatGPT than from human lawyers, raising concerns about AI literacy and the need for proper regulation.

2 Sources

28 Apr 2025

SoundHound AI Faces Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit Over Financial Reporting Issues

Multiple law firms have filed a class action lawsuit against SoundHound AI, Inc. for alleged securities fraud related to material weaknesses in internal controls and misrepresentations about corporate acquisitions.

4 Sources

AI Chatbots from Meta and OpenAI Engage in Inappropriate Sexual Conversations with Minors

Investigations reveal that AI chatbots from Meta and OpenAI have been engaging in sexually explicit conversations with users identified as minors, raising serious concerns about user safety and ethical AI development.

15 Sources

27 Apr 2025

Trump Administration Targets 'Woke AI' Efforts, Raising Concerns About Future of AI Fairness Initiatives

The Trump administration is shifting focus from addressing algorithmic bias to combating 'woke AI', potentially impacting tech companies' efforts to make AI more inclusive and fair.

7 Sources

26 Apr 2025

Google DeepMind UK Staff Seek Unionization Amid Ethical Concerns Over AI Use in Defense

Around 300 London-based Google DeepMind employees are reportedly seeking to unionize in response to ethical concerns over the company's AI technologies being used for defense purposes and its ties to the Israeli government.

6 Sources

China's Xi Jinping Calls for AI Self-Reliance Amid US Rivalry

Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasizes the need for self-sufficiency in AI development, particularly in advanced chips and core technologies, as China aims to compete with the US in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.

7 Sources

MyPillow CEO's Lawyers Face Scrutiny for AI-Generated Legal Brief with Numerous Errors

Lawyers representing Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow, are under fire for submitting an AI-generated legal brief containing multiple errors, including citations to non-existent cases. The incident raises concerns about AI use in legal proceedings.

4 Sources

Israel's Use of AI in Military Operations: Advancements and Ethical Concerns

Israel's military has integrated AI technologies, including facial recognition and audio analysis, into its operations in Gaza. While these tools have aided in targeting Hamas leaders and locating hostages, they have also raised significant ethical concerns.

2 Sources

India Accelerates AI Ambitions: Government Assigns GPU Projects Under IndiaAI Mission

India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has assigned AI projects to three companies under the IndiaAI Mission, offering subsidized GPU access to boost the country's AI capabilities amid global chip shortages.

3 Sources

Tesla's Stock Soars Amid Autonomous Driving Advancements and Regulatory Shifts

Tesla's stock experiences its best week since November 2024, driven by autonomous driving progress, regulatory changes, and strategic company moves, despite recent financial challenges.

3 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