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Mitt Romney’s AI Bill Seeks to Ban Anonymous Cloud Access, Raising Privacy Concerns
The outgoing Senator wants KYC laws for cloud and AI companies.
White House Pushes for Collaboration With Big Tech on “Safe” AI
A White House meeting raises questions about whether new AI safety protocols will serve as a tool for political control.
Biden-Harris Task Force Urges Online Age Verification Digital ID Tool Development
The Biden administration’s push for age verification tools raises concerns over privacy and identity verification methods.
End the Censorship: Watchdog Demands Congress Pull the Plug on Biden’s Speech Crackdown
The Free Speech Alliance claims that various government agencies are engaging in anti-free speech practices under the guise of combating misinformation.
Biden Issues Exploration of a US Digital Dollar
As well as a broader cryptocurrency surveillance investigation.
Department of Commerce Says It Will Stop Surveilling Citizens’ Social Media Accounts for Census “Disinformation”
After finding it didn’t have “adequate legal authority.”
Suppressed Report Says Online “Hate Speech” Doesn’t Reflect Real-World Crimes
Interestingly, Congress are yet to distribute the report.
20 States Start Legal Action to Prevent Trump Administration From Allowing 3D Printed Gun Blueprints Online
The states argue blueprints shouldn’t be allowed.
A Major Science Publisher Has Banned Huawei Staff From Accessing Important Research
Scientists are the latest victims of the trade war.
