Homechevron_rightArchiveschevron_rightPolicy and Regulation

Archives

Explore Stories by Date

11 Jun 2025

Trump Administration's AI.gov Initiative Leaked: Plans to Accelerate AI Adoption Across Federal Government

The Trump administration's plans for a new AI.gov website, set to launch on July 4, were inadvertently leaked on GitHub. The initiative aims to integrate AI across federal agencies, raising both excitement and concerns about its implementation and potential impacts.

6 Sources

FDA Embraces AI to Accelerate Drug Approvals and Enhance Efficiency

The FDA plans to implement AI technologies to streamline drug approval processes and increase efficiency in reviewing new drugs and medical devices, sparking both excitement and concern among experts.

7 Sources

US Intelligence Agencies Leverage AI to Accelerate JFK File Review and Enhance Operations

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard reveals how AI is revolutionizing intelligence work, particularly in declassifying JFK assassination files and improving operational efficiency across agencies.

5 Sources

White House AI Czar Warns: China Only 3-6 Months Behind US in AI Race

David Sacks, White House AI and crypto czar, claims China is rapidly closing the AI gap with the US, potentially only 3-6 months behind. He warns against over-regulation that could hinder US innovation in this critical field.

3 Sources

10 Jun 2025

AI Deepfakes Drive 40% of High-Value Crypto Scams, Costing $4.6 Billion in 2024

A new report reveals that AI-generated deepfakes were responsible for 40% of high-value crypto frauds in 2024, contributing to a total loss of $4.6 billion in crypto scams. The rise of AI technology has led to more sophisticated and believable scams, posing significant challenges for the crypto industry.

5 Sources

AI-Powered Scams Target College Financial Aid, Costing Millions and Impacting Real Students

Cybercriminals are using AI chatbots to create "ghost students," enrolling in online classes to steal financial aid. This growing fraud is costing colleges millions and affecting legitimate students.

10 Sources

Huawei's AI Chip Capabilities: A Balancing Act Between US Claims and Chinese Realities

Huawei's founder downplays the company's AI chip capabilities amid US-China tech tensions, while Nvidia's CEO warns of potential consequences of restricting AI chip sales to China.

10 Sources

Morgan Stanley Markets $5 Billion Debt Package for Elon Musk's xAI Amid Political Tensions

Morgan Stanley is seeking investors for a $5 billion debt offering for Elon Musk's AI startup xAI, adopting a cautious approach amid political tensions between Musk and President Trump.

6 Sources

U.S. State Department Employs AI for Staffing Selection Boards, Raising Concerns

The U.S. State Department is using an AI chatbot to select members for its Foreign Service Selection Boards, sparking debates about bias and diversity in the process.

2 Sources

Waymo Suspends Operations in LA and SF Amid Anti-ICE Protests and Vehicle Destruction

Waymo, owned by Google, has suspended operations in parts of Los Angeles and San Francisco after protesters destroyed several of its autonomous vehicles during anti-ICE demonstrations. The incident highlights the complex intersection of AI technology, immigration policies, and public sentiment.

3 Sources

Researchers Call for Standardization of Race and Ethnicity Data in Medical AI to Address Bias

A new study highlights the need for standardizing race and ethnicity data collection in electronic health records to prevent bias in medical AI systems, proposing a warranty system for data quality.

2 Sources

09 Jun 2025

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Embraces AI's Potential Amid Job Concerns

Keir Starmer advocates for widespread AI adoption in the UK economy, emphasizing its potential to enhance human work despite warnings from tech leaders about job displacement.

2 Sources

UK Financial Regulator Partners with Nvidia to Launch AI 'Supercharged Sandbox' for Financial Firms

The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has announced a collaboration with Nvidia to create a 'Supercharged Sandbox' for financial firms to experiment with AI technologies, aiming to boost innovation and economic growth in the sector.

8 Sources

NATO Adapts to Ukraine's Innovative Warfare Tactics, Emphasizing AI and Drones

NATO is learning from Ukraine's creative battlefield tactics, particularly its use of drones, as it prepares for potential future conflicts. The alliance is focusing on integrating new technologies like AI and robotics while balancing traditional military equipment.

2 Sources

China Temporarily Disables AI Tools to Prevent Cheating During National College Entrance Exams

Chinese AI companies have temporarily suspended certain features of their chatbots and AI tools during the nationwide college entrance exams to prevent students from cheating, highlighting the growing concern of AI use in education.

10 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