4 states mandate AI policies, emphasize safety, ethics

Microsoft’s Brad Smith on Washington’s AI policy: ‘Regulation without transparent or complete rules’

Microsoft President says companies need clear AI policy rules in order to plan

Silicon Valley backed Trump to kill AI regulation, now the industry is begging for rules

The AI industry that donated heavily to elect Donald Trump on the promise he would leave the technology alone is now asking for formal regulation, Politico reported on Friday. Executives at frontier AI companies told the outlet they view the administration’s ad hoc approach to model oversight as more damaging than anything the Biden administration [] This story continues at The Next Web

Illinois becomes first state to require third-party audit of AI models – The Hill

The bill mirrors similar legislation in California and New York but goes a step further by mandating frontier labs with more than 500 million in revenue to submit third-party audits of their safety plans every year. The third-party evaluations are intended to secure oversight of these AI firms “by qualified experts without financial conflicts of interest,” Gov. JB Pritzker said.

Illinois Draws The Line In The Sand: Tech Giants Face Historic Audits Under New Law

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed groundbreaking artificial intelligence safety legislation into law on Monday, positioning the state as the first in the nation to mandate independent, third-party audits of major AI systems. The Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act, designated as Senate Bill 315, specifically targets “frontier” AI models. These represent massive, highly advanced platforms capable [] Illinois Draws The Line In The Sand: Tech Giants Face Historic Audits Under New Law

AI models cheating and blackmailing in tests, minister says

Australia’s new AI Safety Institute is testing the world’s most powerful models, and the government says getting ahead of them is now the priority.

Will Investing In AI Cost Us Our Humanity?

The Trump administration is doubling down on AI development and deployment, issuing an executive order to “put the most advanced, secure, and reliable AI systems into the hands of America’s warfighters and intelligence professionals while ensuring their responsible use.” Emphasis on “responsible use.” This caveat is significant yet often ignored by Silicon Valley’s industry allies ...

AI safety advocates say bill a good ‘first step’ on regulation, but more needed

A pair of artificial intelligence safety advocates say the federal government’s new chatbot legislation is a good first step. But Wyatt Tessari L’Allié — of Artificial Intelligence Governance and Safety Canada — says the digital safety bill’s effectiveness depends heavily on how the details are worked out. And B.C. computer science professor Kevin Leyton-Brown says [] The post AI safety advocates say bill a good ‘first step’ on regulation, but more needed appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Gov. Pritzker signs first-in-nation Illinois law requiring third-party safety audits for AI giants

CHICAGO — Illinois will be the first state to require independent audits of large artificial intelligence developers’ safety practices under a new law Gov. JB Pritzker signed Monday. The measure was part of a broader package of bills the ...

The Government Boot Is Coming Down on AI

The Trump administration suddenly has its eye on the AI industry, and Anthropic isn't the only target.

AI in Physical Security: From Hype to Practical Value

Artificial intelligence is drawing more attention across the physical security industry. In the 2026 Genetec State of Physical Security report, based on input from more than 7,300 security professionals worldwide, AI ranked alongside access control and video surveillance as a key priority for the year ahead. That interest is understandable, as security teams are dealing []

General : AI Governance Bill To Ensure Human, Organisational Accountability - Gobind

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance Bill aims to ensure that individuals or organisations are accountable for any harm or risks arising from the use of the technology.

U.S. approach to regulation of AI is problematic, Sixth Street’s Chavez says

U.S. approach to regulation of AI is problematic, Sixth Street’s Chavez says

AI Hype Is Over. Here’s How Leaders Are Actually Generating ROI

AI is a business strategy that companies need trusted partners for to turn their investments into measurable results

European Cars Now Must Track Drivers’ Eye Movements In Name Of Safety

It became mandatory Tuesday for citizens of the European Union's 27 member states to allow their cars to track their movements using artificial intelligence.

US says in talks with India on Anthropic Fable model rollout, calls discussions 'sensitive national security' matter

This strategy ensures safety for the US, India, and other trusted partners relying on critical infrastructure technologies, says Anthropic’s Jacob Helberg

US President Donald Trump says he wants AI guardrails but ’as little as possible’

The US President sees the need for some standards on artificial intelligence technology, but wants to avoid burdensome restrictions that may hamper American companies competing with China.

Pritzker signs bill mandating third-party safety audits of AI models

Gov. JB Pritzker (D-IL) signed a first-in-the-nation bill on Monday to mandate third-party safety audits for large-scale artificial intelligence models run by top developers. The bipartisan legislation, known as the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act, requires Anthropic and OpenAI, among other frontier AI firms that earn more than 500 million in revenue, to identify, disclose, []

Attack With AI, Defend With AI: Intel Agencies Warn of Cyber Attacks Within Months

Western intelligence agencies warn that the world’s top artificial intelligence models are becoming so advanced that in a few months they’ll pose serious cybersecurity risks to the United States. “(AI) is rapidly transforming cyber risk, and we must act swiftly to remain ahead,” says a statement published this week by the Five Eyes intel coalition. ... The post Attack With AI, Defend With AI: Intel Agencies Warn of Cyber Attacks Within Months appeared first on The New American.

After spooking Trump into safety testing, Anthropic AI models get global release

US lifts curbs on Anthropic’s advanced Fable and Mythos models.

Illinois becomes first state to require third-party audit of AI models

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) on Monday signed a bill making the state the country's first to mandate that the largest artificial intelligence labs obtain third-party audits of their safety plans. Pritzker signed the Artificial Intelligence Safety Measures Act, or S.B. 315, in a ceremony Monday, stating people want protection from the risks of AI....

Here's the Truth About AI Data Centers—and Why the Wealthiest County in America Is Full of Them

Here's the Truth About AI Data Centers—and Why the Wealthiest County in America Is Full of Them

Congress Shouldn’t Undermine Trump’s AI Agenda

President Donald Trump has made clear that the United States intends to win the global artificial intelligence race. From expanding domestic energy production to supporting new data centers and encouraging advanced manufacturing, the administration has recognized that AI leadership will be one of the defining economic and national security priorities of the 21st century. That...

OpenAI in talks with US govt for 5% stake: Why would a company do that?

The proposal comes as AI firms navigate ties with Trump administration amid market concerns of unexpected US regulation.

US government shuts down Anthropic AI model – another proof why we need European digital sovereignty!

The hype around Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues as its technology is rapidly advancing. Among the leading companies in the artificial intelligence industry is Anthropic. The company made headlines in June when it shut down its most advanced AI models Fable 5 and Mythos 5 worldwide, just three days after its release. The shut down came as a reaction of the US government ordering Anthropic to suspend access to its AI models to foreign nationals due to national security concerns. Has the Trump administration now set a precedent for a new tech sovereignty era?

Children at risk of 'very real danger' from AI

The Children's Rights Alliance has called on Government to consider the very real danger that exists through the rapid advance of AI technologies without proper regulation or regard for children's safety or welfare.

Agriculture is ready for AI, but its data isn’t

Artificial intelligence is transforming what is possible in agriculture, but industry leaders should be wary of investing in AI without first laying the groundwork. The use cases are promising, especially for an industry navigating volatile fertilizer costs, unpredictable weather, and margins that leave little room for error. Research shows AI-enabled predictive models can improve crop

The EU adopts an Action Plan on AI risks and cyber threats. Virkunnen: “We must keep pace”

The objectives are to promote the safe and responsible use of AI, to strengthen security, and to develop Europe’s capabilities in artificial intelligence applied to cybersecurity

How IAM providers are preparing for agentic AI

There is little doubt that enterprises will be deploying agentic AI. As such, technology firms are looking at various ways to secure these systems

The Sneaky Way SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI Can Destroy the Trump Bull Market

Newly implemented rules can turn the tables on the artificial intelligence (AI)-driven bull market under President Donald Trump.

AI sovereignty is about options, not ownership

AI sovereignty is about options, not ownership

Colorado Passed an AI Bias Law. The FTC Just Said That Might Be Illegal.

The FTC voted 2-0 to propose that Colorado's AI Act is impliedly preempted by federal law, arguing the state's anti-bias rules could itself violate consumer protection law. The theory has never been tested in court.

UN ambassador Lametti: Canada pushing for safety, equity in artificial intelligence

OTTAWA — Canada is pushing for safe, equitable adoption of artificial intelligence at the United Nations, where Ottawa’s ambassador says AI is a significant priority for his team. “AI governance is something that the UN has to do — has a responsibility to do,” David Lametti told The Canadian Press. “The UN remains critically important, [] The post UN ambassador Lametti: Canada pushing for safety, equity in artificial intelligence appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Polis Pulau Pinang manfaat AI banteras jenayah 

GEORGE TOWN: Ketua Polis Pulau Pinang yang baharu, Datuk Dennis Lim Kwang Keng berikrar untuk terus memperkukuh keselamatan serta ketenteraman awam di negeri ini. Katanya, bagi tujuan itu, penggunaan teknologi termasuk kecerdasan buatan (AI) akan dimanfaatkan sepenuhnya selain pemantapan profesionalisme pasukan serta kerjasama erat antara polis dan masyarakat. Beliau berkata, Pulau Pinang kini berada pada ... Read more The post Polis Pulau Pinang manfaat AI banteras jenayah appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Artificial intelligence economy and who really benefits from AI

Artificial intelligence economy and who really benefits from AI

The Dangerous Gap Between AI Speed and Governance

More automation, more need for brakes.