Policy & Regulations

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

Exostar Expands Microsoft Collaboration for CMMC Compliance on Azure

Exostar has expanded its partnership with Microsoft to make its Azure-based CMMC Ready Suite available through the Microsoft Marketplace, helping more than 80,000 defense suppliers streamline cybersecurity compliance and procurement.

June 03, 2026

Trump Signs Executive Order for Voluntary AI Model Oversight

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order establishing a voluntary process for AI companies to give the U.S. government early access to advanced models before their public release. The order shortens the review window to 30 days and tasks federal agencies with defining which models qualify for evaluation.

June 03, 2026

Sift Achieves FedRAMP High Certification with Knox Systems Partnership

Sift has earned FedRAMP High certification through a collaboration with Knox Systems, enabling U.S. federal agencies to use its data infrastructure platform for physical AI and sensor data management.

June 02, 2026

Sentra Introduces Platform for Continuous AI Data Readiness and Governance

Sentra has launched a new platform that helps enterprises maintain continuous visibility and control over sensitive data used by AI systems, ensuring compliance and secure data access across cloud and AI environments.

June 02, 2026

Florida Attorney General Sues OpenAI and Sam Altman Over ChatGPT Safety

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that ChatGPT poses safety risks including aiding mass shootings and encouraging suicide. The state seeks civil penalties and changes to the chatbot's design.

June 01, 2026

SurplusGLOBAL Secures Korean Patents for AI Export Control System on SemiMarket

SurplusGLOBAL has received Korean patents for two technologies integrated into its SemiMarket platform, enabling automated export control and transaction matching for semiconductor equipment and parts.

June 01, 2026

NIST Expands AI Consortium and Invites New Members

The National Institute of Standards and Technology has renamed and expanded its AI consortium to focus on AI measurement, innovation, and adoption, while inviting new organizations to join.

May 30, 2026

5WPR Stablecoin Trust Index Shows AI Engines Rate USDC Highest, USDT Tenth

5WPR released its Stablecoin Trust Index 2026, showing that major AI engines classify stablecoins based on compliance with the U.S. GENIUS Act. USDC ranked first with a trust score of 95, while USDT placed tenth with 52.

May 30, 2026

Just Horizons Alliance Launches AI Ethics Index for K-12 Education

Just Horizons Alliance has introduced the AI Ethics Index for K-12 Education, a tool to help schools and policymakers evaluate the ethical and practical impact of AI systems used in classrooms, developed in collaboration with Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education & Human Development.

May 29, 2026

OpenText Joins OECD Hiroshima AI Process Reporting Framework

OpenText has joined the OECD's Hiroshima AI Process Reporting Framework, a global initiative that aligns with the G7's voluntary code of conduct for safe AI development and deployment.

May 29, 2026

Municipal Data and Power Plans $90 Billion Green Energy Bond for New York AI Infrastructure

Municipal Data and Power announced preparations for a $90 billion Green Energy Bond to fund AI data centers, resilient micro-power grids, and statewide infrastructure projects across New York.

May 29, 2026

iyO Secures Litigation Funding from Omni Bridgeway in Case Against OpenAI

iyO has partnered with global litigation funder Omni Bridgeway to support its ongoing trademark and trade secret lawsuit against OpenAI, Sam Altman, Jony Ive, and others. The company previously won a preliminary injunction in April 2026, with the court finding it likely to succeed on the merits of its trademark claim.

May 29, 2026

5WPR Launches Defense Practice Focused on AI Visibility for Defense Firms

5WPR has launched a Defense Practice to serve U.S. defense and aerospace clients, focusing on AI visibility and citation share across major AI engines. The launch follows its Defense & Aerospace AI Visibility Index 2026, which found Anduril Industries and Palantir Technologies leading in AI citation share.

May 28, 2026

Hahn and Escalent Release Data Center Communications Playbook to Address Public Opposition

Hahn and Escalent have published a Data Center Communications Playbook following a 13-state survey revealing declining public trust in data centers and identifying key issues driving opposition, including electricity costs and AI-related concerns.

May 28, 2026

Linux Foundation Releases OpenMDW 1.1, NVIDIA Adopts Framework for Open AI Models

The Linux Foundation has released OpenMDW 1.1, an updated licensing framework for AI models, which NVIDIA will adopt for its Cosmos, Isaac GR00T, Ising, and Nemotron model families.

May 28, 2026

Form.io and Contentstack Partner to Combine Composable Experiences with Compliant Data Collection

Form.io and Contentstack have announced a formal partnership to integrate composable digital experiences with compliant data collection for regulated industries including healthcare, finance, and government.

May 28, 2026

Einride Partners with TUV SUD for Independent Verification of Autonomous Safety Governance

Einride has partnered with TUV SUD to conduct an independent assessment of its Safety Management System for autonomous freight operations. The review will evaluate process robustness and alignment with global standards and regulations.

May 27, 2026

Samesurf Wins Federal Circuit Ruling Upholding Core Co-Browsing Patent

Samesurf has secured a Federal Circuit Court ruling affirming the validity of its foundational synchronized browsing patent, following earlier success before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board.

May 27, 2026

Shareholders Push to Tie Meta Executive Pay to Child Safety

Meta shareholders will vote on a proposal to link executive compensation to child safety performance, following recent legal defeats over alleged harm to minors on its platforms.

May 26, 2026

illumend Wins Silver Globee Award for AI Transformation in Insurance Compliance

illumend has received a Silver Globee Award and Best of Category recognition for its AI platform that modernizes insurance compliance and third-party risk management, according to a company announcement.

May 26, 2026

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