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New York lawmakers passed a one-year moratorium on new large data centers, pending the governor's signature. The ban aims to allow time for environmental impact assessments regarding data centers' electricity consumption, water usage, land requirements, and pollution effects.
Read on The Verge AI →Major AI industry leaders including executives from Anthropic, OpenAI, and Microsoft have signed an open letter to US lawmakers requesting regulations requiring synthetic DNA and RNA suppliers to screen purchases for dangerous biological sequences, citing biosecurity vulnerabilities.
Read on The Verge AI →OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI industry leaders sent a letter to lawmakers requesting stricter monitoring of synthetic DNA sequences to prevent their misuse in creating biological weapons. The initiative aims to establish safeguards against dual-use biological research risks associated with AI capabilities.
Read on Wired AI →OpenAI has released an action plan addressing how artificial intelligence can enhance biodefense and biological resilience capabilities. The framework outlines strategies for leveraging AI to strengthen defenses against biological threats and improve response mechanisms.
Read on OpenAI →xAI is requesting that a court force plaintiffs in a deepfake lawsuit to reveal their identities instead of proceeding anonymously. The four individuals suing Elon Musk's company claim anonymity is necessary for safety reasons related to the alleged deepfake content.
Read on Wired AI →Donald Trump signed an AI executive order on Monday evening, after previously postponing an earlier version of the order last month. The decision marks a shift in the administration's approach to regulating artificial intelligence policy.
Read on Wired AI →UK regulators have mandated that Google provide publishers with a mechanism to exclude their content from generative AI search features. The opt-out tool will first be tested in the UK before expanding internationally.
Read on TechCrunch AI →OpenAI has published its public policy agenda focusing on AI safety, protecting young people, supporting workers transitioning due to AI, and establishing international standards for responsible AI development.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has released a governance blueprint proposing a federal framework for overseeing advanced AI systems in the United States, addressing concerns around safety, infrastructure resilience, and national security implications.
Read on OpenAI →The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has ordered Google to allow publishers to opt out of AI Search features and prevent their content from being used to train AI models. Publishers can now control whether their websites appear in features like AI Overviews, strengthening their negotiating position.
Read on The Verge AI →President Trump signed an executive order establishing a voluntary framework requiring AI companies to submit frontier models to the federal government for security assessment before public release. The order aims to balance innovation with cybersecurity concerns for critical infrastructure.
Read on The Verge AI →Amazon is facing a class action lawsuit alleging that Ring's Familiar Faces feature captures and stores images of people without their permission. The lawsuit was filed in Seattle by a Virginia resident who questions the consent practices around the facial recognition technology.
Read on TechCrunch AI →President Trump signed a revised executive order on AI oversight that scales back requirements following pushback from the industry. The new order makes government reviews of advanced AI models voluntary rather than mandatory before release.
Read on TechCrunch AI →The Trump administration rescinded an executive order aimed at regulating AI, leaving officials and industry leaders uncertain about how to move forward with governance frameworks. The decision has created confusion about the administration's regulatory stance on artificial intelligence.
Read on Wired AI →OpenAI is advocating for coordinated international efforts to address youth safety in AI, proposing the creation of a global institute to develop protective measures and standards while expanding educational opportunities for young people.
Read on OpenAI →Florida filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman, claiming ChatGPT was involved in a shooting incident at Florida State University. This represents an early legal action attempting to hold an AI company responsible for alleged connections to violent events.
Read on TechCrunch AI →OpenAI has outlined its principles for AI policy and political advocacy, emphasizing transparency, support for balanced regulation, and AI safety considerations. The company clarified that external political organizations do not represent its views.
Read on OpenAI →Environmental activist Erin Brockovich is launching a campaign against data center operators for lack of transparency regarding their environmental impact, particularly water usage and pollution concerns related to AI infrastructure expansion.
Read on TechCrunch AI →OpenAI released guidelines for conducting independent evaluations of advanced AI systems, addressing how to measure model performance, safety features, and assessment reliability. The framework aims to establish standards for third-party organizations evaluating frontier AI models.
Read on OpenAI →CNN filed a lawsuit against Perplexity, accusing the AI startup of generating verbatim copies of its articles and providing paid content without authorization. Perplexity allegedly ignored CNN's attempts to block its crawlers from scraping content without permission or compensation.
Read on The Verge AI →Illinois lawmakers passed legislation requiring AI developers including OpenAI, Anthropic, and Google to submit to third-party safety audits. Governor JB Pritzker has indicated he will sign the bill into law.
Read on Wired AI →OpenAI introduced a governance framework outlining how its safety, security, and risk management practices comply with emerging regulations from the EU and California. The framework details OpenAI's approach to addressing frontier AI risks alongside regulatory requirements.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI-backed super PACs have spent millions opposing New York congressional candidate Alex Bores, who advocates for AI regulation. The campaign against him has paradoxically increased his visibility, making him a prominent figure in debates over AI governance and regulatory oversight.
Read on The Verge AI →Pope Leo XIV released an encyclical on AI's societal impact, warning that artificial intelligence affects fundamental human rights and freedoms beyond technical considerations. The document was developed with input from Anthropic cofounder Christopher Olah, reflecting collaboration between the Catholic Church and the AI industry.
Read on The Verge AI →Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, titled Magnifica Humanitas, addresses concerns about AI development being concentrated among a small number of global technology companies, raising questions about equitable access and control of these powerful systems.
Read on Wired AI →International discussions on autonomous weapons systems at the UN's Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons revealed in 2017 that lethal autonomous technologies were becoming practical near-term concerns rather than distant hypotheticals, shifting the conversation from speculation to urgent policy considerations.
Read on The Verge AI →U.S. law enforcement agencies have identified growing 'anti-tech extremism' as a concern, citing public anxieties about AI-related job displacement and environmental impacts from data centers. The warning reflects federal attention to increasingly negative sentiments toward technology development among Americans.
Read on Wired AI →Pope Leo XIV's inaugural encyclical addresses AI but primarily uses it as a framework to examine longstanding issues including power concentration, democratic decline, and technological influence by elites. The document focuses on systemic problems rather than AI-specific concerns.
Read on TechCrunch AI →Pope Leo XIV released his first major encyclical addressing artificial intelligence risks, emphasizing concerns about AI-driven warfare, labor disruption, and inadequate protections for human dignity. The document calls for new legal and ethical frameworks to govern technology during rapid AI adoption.
Read on The Verge AI →President Trump postponed signing an executive order requiring government security reviews before AI models are released publicly, stating the proposed language contained problematic elements that could have hindered implementation.
Read on TechCrunch AI →SpaceX disclosed in its IPO filing that it allocated over $500 million for potential legal liabilities, partly due to complaints that Grok, an AI system, generated inappropriate sexual imagery. The company identified this as a material risk factor in its regulatory documents.
Read on Wired AI →OpenAI released a five-part strategy for improving cybersecurity in an era of advanced AI, emphasizing broader access to AI-based defense tools and safeguarding essential infrastructure from threats.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has achieved FedRAMP Moderate authorization for ChatGPT Enterprise and its API, allowing U.S. federal agencies to use these services while meeting government security and compliance requirements.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI released a Child Safety Blueprint, a framework designed to guide responsible AI development with built-in protections and age-appropriate features for minors. The blueprint emphasizes collaborative approaches to ensure young people are both protected and empowered in their interactions with AI systems.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI presented a framework for industrial policy designed to address the AI era, emphasizing broader economic opportunity, equitable wealth distribution, and institutional adaptation as artificial intelligence technology advances.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI published its Model Spec, a framework that outlines how the company approaches defining model behavior across safety, user autonomy, and transparency considerations. The specification aims to guide AI system development while maintaining accountability as the technology becomes more capable.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has established a Safety Bug Bounty program that invites security researchers to identify vulnerabilities and abuse scenarios in its AI systems. The program focuses on risks including agent-based attacks, prompt injection, and unauthorized data access.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has entered into a contract with the Department of War that establishes safety boundaries and legal safeguards for deploying AI systems in classified government settings. The agreement specifies how AI technology will be integrated into defense operations while maintaining security protocols.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI is retiring several older model versions from ChatGPT on February 13, 2026, including GPT-4o, GPT-4.1, GPT-4.1 mini, and o4-mini, while maintaining these models in the API.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has updated its Model Spec to include new Under-18 Principles designed to ensure ChatGPT provides age-appropriate, developmentally informed guidance to teenagers. The update enhances safety protections and clarifies how the model should behave in higher-risk scenarios involving minors.
Read on OpenAI →Google DeepMind announced an expanded partnership with the UK government aimed at advancing AI development while addressing security and economic concerns. The collaboration focuses on leveraging AI capabilities to support Britain's technological competitiveness and safety framework in the sector.
Read on Google DeepMind →OpenAI disclosed that a Mixpanel security incident exposed limited API analytics data for some users, but no sensitive information like API credentials, content, or payment details were compromised. The company outlined steps being taken to enhance user protection following the breach.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI is expanding its collaboration with independent experts to evaluate advanced AI systems through third-party testing. This approach aims to enhance safety measures, verify existing safeguards, and provide greater transparency regarding how the company assesses model capabilities and potential risks.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI is resisting a legal demand from the New York Times seeking access to 20 million private ChatGPT conversations, while simultaneously implementing enhanced security and privacy measures to safeguard user data.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI released the Teen Safety Blueprint, a framework designed to guide responsible AI development for young users, incorporating protective measures and age-appropriate features through collaborative efforts.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI submitted recommendations to the White House emphasizing that maintaining U.S. AI leadership requires substantial investments in energy infrastructure and workforce development. The submission addresses capacity and talent needs necessary to meet growing AI demands.
Read on OpenAI →Google DeepMind is enhancing its Frontier Safety Framework to better detect and address serious risks associated with advanced AI systems. The framework aims to improve safety protocols for next-generation models.
Read on Google DeepMind →OpenAI and Allied for Startups released a report proposing 20 policy recommendations aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence adoption across Europe to enhance competitiveness and support innovation within the startup ecosystem.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has shared its framework for managing teenage user safety while preserving privacy and access to AI tools. The approach aims to address concerns about protecting minors without overly restricting their ability to use AI systems.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI sent a letter to California Governor Gavin Newsom advocating for the state to align its AI regulations with national and global standards rather than establish independent rules. The company argues for harmonized regulatory approaches that would leverage U.S. leadership in setting emerging international AI standards.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has joined the EU Code of Practice on artificial intelligence. The commitment aims to promote responsible AI development while supporting European government initiatives focused on innovation, infrastructure, and economic expansion.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI is evaluating advanced AI capabilities in biological research and implementing protective measures to mitigate potential biosecurity risks. The company acknowledges AI's transformative potential for medicine while addressing concerns about misuse.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has established an Outbound Coordinated Disclosure Policy to standardize how it reports security vulnerabilities discovered in third-party software. The policy prioritizes collaborative engagement with affected vendors and aims to enhance security practices across the industry.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI is opposing a court order from The New York Times lawsuit that would require indefinite retention of ChatGPT and API user data. The company is working to balance legal obligations with its privacy commitments to users.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI submitted a response to the Department of Energy addressing AI infrastructure development in the United States. The company argues that robust infrastructure investment is critical for maintaining American competitiveness in AI technology.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI released an updated framework designed to measure and mitigate severe risks from advanced AI systems. The framework provides guidelines for evaluating frontier AI capabilities and implementing safety protections.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI released a blueprint proposing strategies for European economic development centered on AI adoption and innovation. The initiative aims to position Europe as an autonomous AI developer and beneficiary of AI-driven growth.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI submitted recommendations to the UK's copyright consultation, proposing policy approaches it believes would position the UK as a leading AI hub in Europe. The submission addresses regulatory frameworks affecting AI development and copyright considerations.
Read on OpenAI →Hugging Face submitted a response to the White House's Request for Information on AI governance, providing input on policy approaches for artificial intelligence development and deployment in the United States.
Read on Hugging Face →A court ruled against Elon Musk's legal action targeting OpenAI on March 4, 2025. OpenAI characterized the decision as preventing Musk from using litigation to hinder the company's operations for personal gain.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI has published guidance or initiatives addressing harmful applications of AI technology. The effort focuses on identifying and mitigating potential malicious uses across different AI systems.
Read on OpenAI →Hugging Face has published guidance for open source developers navigating the EU AI Act's regulatory requirements. The resource aims to clarify how the legislation applies to open source AI projects and what compliance measures developers should consider.
Read on Hugging Face →OpenAI emphasizes that artificial general intelligence development requires responsible practices given its potential to impact most areas of society. The company underscores the importance of safe deployment alongside capability advancement.
Read on OpenAI →Hugging Face has established or is focusing on public policy initiatives. This likely involves engagement with regulatory bodies and stakeholders regarding AI governance and safety standards.
Read on Hugging Face →OpenAI announced efforts to counter state-affiliated threat actors exploiting AI systems for malicious purposes. The initiative focuses on identifying and disrupting adversarial use of AI technologies by nation-state actors.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI outlined its strategy for addressing AI-related challenges during 2024 global elections, focusing on preventing misuse of its systems, ensuring clear labeling of synthetic content, and helping voters access reliable electoral information.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI stated it supports journalism and maintains partnerships with news organizations, while dismissing The New York Times' lawsuit against the company as lacking legal foundation.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI published guidance on managing agentic AI systems that operate autonomously. The document outlines best practices for governance, oversight, and responsible deployment of AI agents that can take actions with minimal human intervention.
Read on OpenAI →Hugging Face engaged with Washington policymakers during summer 2023, indicating increased industry involvement in AI governance discussions. The newsletter also covered various ethical and societal considerations related to AI development.
Read on Hugging Face →Hugging Face published guidance on how open machine learning practices relate to EU AI Act compliance. The analysis examines considerations for developers and organizations operating under the new European AI regulations.
Read on Hugging Face →OpenAI and other AI laboratories have made voluntary commitments to advance AI safety, security, and trustworthiness as part of broader governance efforts. These pledges aim to establish self-regulatory standards across the industry without waiting for formal legislation.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI published a position paper on regulating advanced artificial intelligence systems to mitigate potential public safety risks. The document outlines approaches for managing risks associated with cutting-edge AI development.
Read on OpenAI →Hugging Face submitted a public comment to the U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration regarding AI accountability frameworks. The response addresses regulatory approaches and recommendations for responsible AI development and deployment.
Read on Hugging Face →Hugging Face announced updated content guidelines and policies, likely governing the use of its platform and models. The specific details of these guidelines were not provided in the available information.
Read on Hugging Face →OpenAI launched a grant program designed to support the development of AI-driven cybersecurity tools for defensive purposes. The initiative aims to help organizations and researchers build security solutions powered by artificial intelligence.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI suggests that governance frameworks for superintelligence—AI systems far exceeding artificial general intelligence—should begin development now. The organization emphasizes the importance of proactive policy planning before such advanced systems emerge.
Read on OpenAI →Hugging Face was selected for the French Data Protection Agency's enhanced support program, likely indicating recognition of the platform's data governance and AI safety practices. This selection reflects official acknowledgment of Hugging Face's role in responsible AI development within European regulatory frameworks.
Read on Hugging Face →OpenAI launched a bug bounty program to identify security vulnerabilities in its AI technology and services. The company aims to strengthen safety and reliability by crowdsourcing security research from external researchers.
Read on OpenAI →Hugging Face has published ethical guidelines for the development of its Diffusers library, a popular tool for working with diffusion models. The guidelines establish standards for responsible development and usage of the image generation technology.
Read on Hugging Face →OpenAI outlined its approach to defining ChatGPT's behavioral characteristics and announced plans to increase user customization options and incorporate broader public feedback into decisions about how the system behaves.
Read on OpenAI →Hugging Face introduced OpenRAIL, a licensing framework designed to enable open sharing of AI models while incorporating responsible use restrictions. The framework aims to balance open access with safeguards against potential misuse.
Read on Hugging Face →Hugging Face provided feedback on the U.S. National AI Research Resource interim report, offering perspectives on the government's planned infrastructure for AI research access and development.
Read on Hugging Face →Three major AI companies—Cohere, OpenAI, and AI21 Labs—have jointly created initial guidelines for best practices in developing and deploying large language models that can be applied across organizations.
Read on OpenAI →OpenAI published a policy paper outlining four strategies to foster industry-wide cooperation on AI safety: risk communication, technical collaboration, transparency improvements, and standards incentives. The research argues that competitive pressures may discourage individual companies from investing sufficiently in safety measures without coordinated industry effort.
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