Policy & Regulations

Government initiatives, international collaborations, and regulatory frameworks that shape the development and governance of AI technologies across global markets.

Texas AG Investigates Meta and Character.AI Over Mental Health Claims

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Meta and Character.AI for allegedly misleading children with AI-generated mental health services.

August 18, 2025

The MedLegal Professor Introduces AI Governance Protocol for Regulated Industries

The MedLegal Professor, led by Nikki Mehrpoo, has launched the EEE AI Governance Protocol, a compliance framework for licensed professionals and regulated industries, announced in a press release.

August 18, 2025

PrivacyCheq Introduces aiCheq for AI Privacy Compliance

PrivacyCheq has launched aiCheq, a platform using Hedera DLT to manage AI training consent records, ensuring compliance with global privacy laws.

August 15, 2025

U.S. Government Considers Stake in Intel to Boost Domestic Manufacturing

The Trump administration is in discussions with Intel Corp. about the U.S. government potentially taking a stake in the company to support its domestic manufacturing efforts, according to Bloomberg.

August 14, 2025

OpenAI Urges California to Harmonize AI Regulations with Federal Standards

OpenAI has sent a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom advocating for California to align its AI regulations with federal and global standards to avoid a fragmented regulatory landscape.

August 13, 2025

SPQR Technologies Introduces 'Living Law' for AI Governance

SPQR Technologies has launched Lex Aegis, an open blueprint for AI governance, allowing public participation in shaping AI laws.

August 12, 2025

Nvidia and AMD to Pay 15% of China AI Chip Sales to US Government

Nvidia and AMD have agreed to pay the US government 15% of their revenue from AI chip sales to China, following a new licensing agreement.

August 12, 2025

TechNet and Others File Amicus Brief in Anthropic Copyright Case

TechNet, along with several industry groups, has filed an amicus brief in the Bartz v. Anthropic case, arguing against class certification of copyright claims that could impact AI development.

August 11, 2025

AI Industry Appeals to Block Massive Copyright Class Action

Anthropic and AI industry groups are urging a federal appeals court to block a large copyright class action lawsuit, which they claim could financially devastate the generative AI sector.

August 11, 2025

Colorado Special Session to Address AI Law and Budget Shortfall

Governor Jared Polis has called a special session for August 21 to address a budget shortfall and potentially delay the implementation of Colorado's AI law.

August 09, 2025

Yomiuri Shimbun Sues Perplexity AI for Copyright Infringement

Yomiuri Shimbun has filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI, alleging unauthorized use of over 100,000 articles, seeking damages and cessation of article reproduction.

August 08, 2025

AMD Reports Revenue Growth Despite US Export Ban Impact

AMD's Q2 2025 revenue reached $7.7 billion, a 32% year-over-year increase, despite a dip in AI datacenter revenue due to US export restrictions to China.

August 07, 2025

OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic Approved as Federal AI Vendors

The U.S. government has added OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic to its list of approved AI vendors for federal agencies, according to Bloomberg. This move allows these companies to offer AI services through the Multiple Award Schedule platform.

August 05, 2025

Bermuda Monetary Authority Seeks Feedback on AI Use in Financial Services

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has released a discussion paper on the responsible use of AI in the financial sector, inviting feedback from stakeholders by September 30, 2025.

July 31, 2025

Italy Investigates Meta Over AI Integration in WhatsApp

Italy's antitrust authority has launched an investigation into Meta for potentially violating EU competition laws by integrating its AI tool into WhatsApp without user consent, according to Reuters.

July 30, 2025

UK's AI Security Institute Launches Global AI Safety Coalition

The UK's AI Security Institute has initiated a £15 million international coalition to enhance AI safety and alignment, involving major players like Amazon and Anthropic.

July 30, 2025

Google to Sign EU's AI Code of Practice

Google has announced its intention to sign the EU's Code of Practice for AI, aligning with the bloc's regulatory framework despite concerns from other tech giants.

July 30, 2025

Australia to Introduce Bill Criminalizing AI Tools for Child Abuse

Independent MP Kate Chaney is set to introduce a bill in the Australian parliament to criminalize AI tools designed to create child sexual abuse material, addressing a critical legal gap.

July 28, 2025

China Proposes Global AI Cooperation Organization

China has proposed the creation of a global organization to foster cooperation on artificial intelligence, aiming to position itself as an alternative to the U.S. in AI governance.

July 26, 2025

Newlab and NYC DOT Seek AI Startups for Transportation Safety Pilots

Newlab and the NYC Department of Transportation have launched an open call for AI startups to pilot technologies aimed at improving street-level transportation safety and infrastructure in New York City.

July 25, 2025

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