Canada’s Bill C-36 tackles AI privacy. Is it enough?

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.

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.

Opinion: The Government Should Protect Rights, Parents Should Protect Kids

By Wyatt Young Nelson Although protecting children online is an important public policy goal, expanding government- or company-controlled age verification systems should not come at the expense of privacy, anonymity, and civil liberties. Measures intended to improve online safety deserve careful consideration, but they should not create systems that collect sensitive personal information, increase surveillance, [] The post Opinion: The Government Should Protect Rights, Parents Should Protect Kids appeared first on Must Read Alaska.

Senators unveil bipartisan bill to safeguard children from AI chatbots

A bipartisan duo unveiled a bill Tuesday to regulate artificial intelligence chatbots to protect children, as legislators continue to debate rules for the fast-moving technology. The bill, authored by Sens. John Curtis (R-UT) and Adam Schiff (D-CA), would strengthen requirements for existing rules by creating a federal framework that requires AI systems to implement child-safety-by-design, []

Markey’s AI Bills Could Force Online Age Verification Digital ID

The slogan is taking power back from Big Tech. The fine print asks for your ID before you are allowed to say a word. The post Markey’s AI Bills Could Force Online Age Verification Digital ID appeared first on Reclaim The Net: Free Speech, Privacy, Digital Rights.

Kids online safety push clouded by House-Senate divide

WASHINGTON — Bills that would strengthen online safety for young users have attracted bipartisan coalitions, but lawmakers are still separated over the level of regulation they would impose on social media companies, adding uncertainty to the ...

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

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.

A US senator has a plan to make AI answer for its harms. It starts with your local data centre

The fight over AI’s harms has played out state by state. One US senator wants to make it federal, all at once. Ed Markey has a long list of worries about artificial intelligence. Thirsty data centres. Workplace surveillance. Biased algorithms. Chatbots that prey on children. On Friday the Massachusetts Democrat tried to turn that list [] This story continues at The Next Web

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 []

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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.

Senators seek to restrict social media use for minors, target ‘most addictive features’

Formal proposals drew criticism for requiring minors to submit government-issued ID, but the Senate's bill takes a different approach. The post Senators seek to restrict social media use for minors, target ‘most addictive features’ appeared first on Boston.com.

The Hidden Cost of Digital Trust: Why Verifiable Identity Matters More Than Ever

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How Do Americans Really Feel About Big Tech?

As Americans grow more concerned about Big Tech’s influence on their lives, many are calling for greater transparency and...

Bill Would Let Insurers Monitor Customers’ Driving Data

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mq6aVFL0pLA A new California bill would allow insurance companies to use drivers' real-time driving data when d...

People Who Use AI More Also Dislike It Most, Study Reveals

Young people in the US use AI more than any other demographic in the country – but they’re also the most likely to think its effects on society will be detrimental. As chatbot use hits 49 in the US and president Donald Trump fast-tracks ever more data centres, new research shows that only a sliver []

Trump calls for passage of Clarity Act to regulate cryptocurrencies in honour of Senator Lindsey Graham

US President Donald Trump has called for the passage of the Clarity Act arguing that the legislation is critical to maintain America's leadership in artificial intelligence and digital assets like cryptocurrencies.

Canadian AI adoption remains low despite federal claims of global leadership

Only 16 of Canadian businesses are using artificial intelligence in their operations despite repeated federal claims that Canada is a global leader in the technology, according to a new report commissioned by the Privacy Commissioner.

The KIDS Act Pretends To Give Parents Power They Already Have

Congress is considering passage of the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (KIDS), a sweeping omnibus bill that would require age verification across much of the internet, restrict messaging for teens, ban certain app features, and grant the Federal Trade Commission a vague mandate to police “compulsive usage” on platforms. As with most power grabs ...

[LZ Granderson] How fearmongering sets policy

In the race to build — or stop the construction of — data centers across the country, it's important to remember no government is spending more on artificial intelligence than America. In fact, according to the Brookings Institute, the number of AI contracts within the federal government has risen from 472 in 2022 to more than 1,700 in 2026. Most of the spending — 90 billion — is by the Department of Defense. However, other departments — Commerce, Health and Human Services, NASA — are spending

Poll finds bipartisan support for tighter AI regulation

There is bipartisan support for tighter regulation on AI, according to a new poll. In the Artificial Intelligence Policy Institute (AIPI) poll, 68 percent of respondents said they would be in favor of the government making “a formal review process for the most advanced AI models before they can be widely released.” Twenty percent of...

How effective are party slogans in electoral campaigns?

Come the next general election, artificial intelligence will probably be used by our mainstream parties to craft messages tailored to the concerns of individual voters, delivered through social media and constantly refined to have the maximum impact

Social Security Administration’s Bisignano rankles with latest Trump-centric message

Americans need to be able to rely on ostensibly apolitical federal agencies for accurate information, free of partisan taint. The post Social Security Administration’s Bisignano rankles with latest Trump-centric message appeared first on MS NOW.

Opinion: While Washington Debates Screen Time, Many Students Lack Access Altogether

Earlier this year, U.S. senators convened to grill experts on how social media, smartphones and other technologies are affecting children’s mental health and learning. That conversation has since helped fuel a new wave of legislative action, with nearly a dozen states now considering screen-time restrictions for students. It’s an important debate. But from where I []

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

UK regulator publishes ‘landmark’ AI review

FCA review of the use of artificial intelligence in retail finance follows MPs’ criticism of regulators

FTC says AI chatbot bias may violate federal law

FTC says AI chatbot bias may violate federal law

Florida, Arizona, And Kansas Lawmakers Launch Fight To Uncover AI Risks And Rewards For Seniors

Three U.S. senators introduced legislation yesterday aimed at figuring out exactly what happens when older Americans start leaning on artificial intelligence for daily life. The bipartisan bill, known as the Aging with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026, would launch a comprehensive federal research initiative to look into how chatbots, voice assistants, and other automated systems [] Florida, Arizona, And Kansas Lawmakers Launch Fight To Uncover AI Risks And Rewards For Seniors

The FSB is going after Russia’s teenagers

The spy agency has drafted legislation that would allow FSB officers to take part in the work of juvenile commissions across the country and to feed intelligence on so-called “troubled youth” into government blacklists and databases.

Paul Renner - FL governor’s race: Did Jay Collins sponsor a bill giving permanent tax breaks to AI data centers?

Jay Collins sponsored a bill to give AI hyperscale data centers “permanent tax incentives.”

Can AI level the playing field for working class content creators?

At VidCon, Roberto Blake argues in favor of artificial intelligence, while supporting human value.

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.

Online Age Verification Law Could Kill Whistleblowing

A House bill ostensibly aimed at protecting children will raise the risk for journalists, dissidents, and whistleblowers. The post Online Age Verification Law Could Kill Whistleblowing appeared first on The Intercept.

Americans increasingly turn to AI for mental healthcare: poll

Americans are turning to artificial intelligence tools for mental health advice and therapists are divided. An American Psychological Association (APA) survey released June 16 found that 39 of psychologists have had conversations with patients who used AI to self-diagnose. About one-third of respondents said their patients are relying on AI for help with self-discipline, affirmations []...Click to read more

Formal oppositions: Council of State flags legal problems with 'Once-Only' data-sharing bill

Two years after Digitalisation Minister Stéphanie Obertin unveiled her bill to let state administrations share citizens' digital data, the Council of State has raised concerns over how the text sits with EU data protection rules and called for a tighter legal framework.

The $28 Million Mistake That Inspired Estonia's AI “Fuckup Finder”

A single wording mistake cost the government millions. Now Estonia is using AI to spot legal errors before they become law—and to automate more of the state.

Elon Musk’s Stubborn Insistence on Cameras Could Get Tesla’s Robotaxis Banned in New Jersey

A proposed bill in the state would require fully autonomous vehicles to use cameras and two additional types of sensors.

I changed these Android Auto settings to limit what Gemini learns about me - here's why

Google's AI offers a lot of convenience in your car, but you're offering up a lot of sensitive information. Here's how to put a lock on it.