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California Mandates Retention of "Artificial Intelligence" Term Despite Political Push for Rebranding
AI & Tech Regulation

California Mandates Retention of "Artificial Intelligence" Term Despite Political Push for Rebranding

Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order requiring California agencies to continue using the term "artificial intelligence," rejecting alternative labels proposed by political figures.

Progressive Leader Urges Democrats to Reject AI Billionaire Money in 2026 Midterms
AI & Tech Regulation

Progressive Leader Urges Democrats to Reject AI Billionaire Money in 2026 Midterms

U.S. Representative Greg Casar calls on Democrats to reject campaign funds from AI industry billionaires amid concerns over corporate influence in upcoming elections.

Expert Warns of AI-Driven Cyberattacks Targeting Nuclear Command Systems
Defense & Security

Expert Warns of AI-Driven Cyberattacks Targeting Nuclear Command Systems

A leading AI researcher highlighted the growing risk that autonomous artificial intelligence could compromise nuclear command and control through cyberattacks.

Constellation and Amazon Secure 20-Year Deal for New 190 MW Nuclear Power at Calvert Cliffs
Energy & Climate

Constellation and Amazon Secure 20-Year Deal for New 190 MW Nuclear Power at Calvert Cliffs

Constellation and Amazon inked a two-decade power purchase agreement to add 190 megawatts of nuclear capacity from Calvert Cliffs, supporting Amazon’s clean energy goals.

Delaware’s AI-Managed Company Proposal Faces Challenges Amid Rogue Agent Incidents
AI & Tech Regulation

Delaware’s AI-Managed Company Proposal Faces Challenges Amid Rogue Agent Incidents

Delaware leads with a groundbreaking plan to allow AI-managed companies, but recent rogue AI behaviors raise fresh concerns about oversight and regulation.

Senator Hawley Proposes Legislation to Restrict AI-Driven Surveillance Cameras
AI & Tech Regulation

Senator Hawley Proposes Legislation to Restrict AI-Driven Surveillance Cameras

Senator Josh Hawley plans to introduce a bill aiming to regulate AI-powered surveillance cameras, addressing privacy concerns and limits on data collection from companies like Flock Safety.

Appeals Court Confirms Thomson Reuters’ Copyright Win Over AI Training Dispute
AI & Tech Regulation

Appeals Court Confirms Thomson Reuters’ Copyright Win Over AI Training Dispute

A US appeals court rejected ROSS Intelligence’s fair-use claim, affirming Thomson Reuters’ copyright protection over Westlaw content used to train AI technology.

GM Advances Production of Lithium-Manganese-Rich EV Batteries to Boost Performance and Cut Costs
Energy & Climate

GM Advances Production of Lithium-Manganese-Rich EV Batteries to Boost Performance and Cut Costs

General Motors plans to mass-produce lithium-manganese-rich batteries for electric vehicles, promising enhanced efficiency and affordability despite shifting federal energy policies.

Connecticut’s Push for Expanded Nuclear Energy Raises Environmental Concerns
Energy & Climate

Connecticut’s Push for Expanded Nuclear Energy Raises Environmental Concerns

Connecticut’s bold plan to increase nuclear power capacity faces criticism over environmental risks and sustainability amid water scarcity challenges.

Leading U.S. AI Companies Commit to New Voluntary Ethical Agreement, Trump Announces
AI & Tech Regulation

Leading U.S. AI Companies Commit to New Voluntary Ethical Agreement, Trump Announces

Former President Trump revealed that major American artificial intelligence firms have agreed to a voluntary pact focused on ethical AI development impacting economy and security.