The EU AI Act, US executive actions and China’s rules — the legal frameworks being built around AI in real time.
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Meta announced an agreement with a bipartisan group of 51 attorneys general from US states, territories, and the District of Columbia. The agreement calls on TikTok and YouTube to join efforts that empower parents and support teens.
Meta Newsroom · 24d ago
The SEC has subpoenaed four banks that lent money to Situational Awareness for its AI investments. Regulators are seeking trade timing, lender communications, and preservation of relevant records.
The Next Web (TNW) · 24d ago
Brazil’s National Data Protection Agency fined ByteDance 153.7 million reais over alleged irregularities in processing children’s and adolescents’ data. The ruling also covers data from people who used TikTok without creating an account.
The Next Web (TNW) · 25d ago
More than 20 states have adopted privacy laws based on legislation first introduced in Washington state in 2019. Washington still lacks its own law, while AI is making the policy debate more complex and Attorney General Nick Brown is urging lawmakers to act this session.
GeekWire · 26d ago
California and 28 other states accuse Meta of designing Facebook and Instagram to be addictive, violating children’s privacy laws, and concealing its practices. Prosecutors describe the alleged strategy as “hook, hold, harvest, hide.”
The Guardian Technology · 28d ago
Waymo has received permission to offer autonomous rides in Sacramento and San Diego. The approval also allows the company to expand its fleet across additional parts of the San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles.
Engadget · 36d ago
Chinese AI startup Manus will operate independently after Chinese regulators blocked Meta’s proposed acquisition. The reversal highlights growing regulatory friction around cross-border AI ownership, data, and technology transfers.
Computerworld · 36d ago
Texas Governor Greg Abbott directed the PUCT and ERCOT to verify and audit new data center proposals before they connect to the state grid. Applicants must disclose incentives, expected grid dependence, water consumption and sources, and plans for tracking community impacts such as noise.
The Verge · 46d ago
China is strengthening legal protections for domestically developed chip layout designs through higher originality requirements and tougher infringement penalties. The guidelines emphasize independent development and aim to curb copycat semiconductor designs.
Tom's Hardware · 46d ago
The European Union has modified key pillars of its climate policy, effectively permitting higher levels of pollution. This shift signals a potential pivot in environmental regulation strategy.
Engadget · 64d ago
The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is proposing a mandate requiring ID verification for all mobile phone purchases. This move aims to curb fraud but faces criticism from privacy advocates who argue it effectively ends the use of anonymous burner phones.
The Next Web (TNW) · 64d ago
Major League Baseball has officially prohibited the use of AI-powered tools for in-game strategy calls via dugout iPads. The league aims to maintain the human element of coaching decisions.
Engadget · 65d ago
The UK government has decided against restricting VPN usage as part of its online safety regulations for children. Internal research indicated that such limitations would be ineffective or counterproductive.
The Next Web (TNW) · 65d ago
The FCC chairman is moving to repeal the long-standing 39% national TV ownership cap. This policy shift could significantly alter the landscape of media consolidation and influence.
Ars Technica · 66d ago
Switzerland's Competition Commission has launched a probe into Google after the Android search engine choice screen disappeared for Swiss users. This feature, which allows users to select their default search engine, remains active in other European regions.
The Next Web (TNW) · 67d ago
The FCC has authorized Reflect Orbital to launch Eärendil-1, a mirror satellite designed to reflect sunlight and illuminate the Earth at night. The project faces significant backlash from the astronomical community, which warns of existential threats to optical observations.
Wired · 67d ago
UK regulator Ofcom has issued significant fines to multiple adult content platforms for failing to implement effective age verification systems. This move signals a stricter regulatory environment for platforms handling sensitive user data and age-restricted content.
BBC Technology · 72d ago
A US judge has finalized a $1.5 million settlement between Elon Musk and the SEC. The case stemmed from Musk's failure to timely disclose his stake in Twitter in 2022.
Bloomberg Technology · 73d ago
Autohome is undergoing massive layoffs, cutting its content team by 85% following regulatory crackdowns on non-compliant automotive testing and a shift in consumer traffic toward short-video platforms.
虎嗅 · 74d ago
The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) will launch spot checks on fair competition reviews to ensure a unified national market. The initiative focuses on strict enforcement and rectifying non-compliant documents.
36氪 · 74d ago
The State Administration for Market Regulation is implementing 16 special actions to curb 'involutionary' (excessive/destructive) competition. The initiative focuses on strengthening enforcement and platform governance.
36氪 · 74d ago
The Nigerian government has suspended the enforcement of overlapping internet platform regulations. This move aims to establish a cohesive and unified regulatory framework for the country's digital economy.
TechCabal · 74d ago
Swedish BNPL giant Klarna has filed for a US banking licence to expand its financial services. The move aims to solidify its position in the American market by operating as a regulated bank.
The Next Web (TNW) · 75d ago
The Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has ordered Telegram to take stricter action against piracy channels. The platform must submit an action-taken report within 15 days.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 76d ago
The Australian government's proposed social media ban for children has been delayed by the Senate, drawing criticism from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The delay allows tech platforms more time to potentially destroy evidence relevant to the legislation.
The Next Web (TNW) · 77d ago
The CSRC is seeking public feedback on rule changes to simplify the process for listed companies to conduct private placements to their controlling shareholders. This move aims to support stable corporate development while extending the lock-up period to 36 months.
36氪 · 78d ago
Kaley Glenn-Mills successfully sued Meta and Google, marking a turning point in how tech giants are held accountable for child safety. Her story highlights the ongoing tension between platform design and user well-being.
Bloomberg Technology · 78d ago
The proposed $3.7 billion merger between Getty Images and Shutterstock has been terminated. The deal failed to secure approval from UK regulators, leading the Getty board to vote unanimously to abandon the acquisition.
The Next Web (TNW) · 79d ago
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei expresses concerns regarding the safety and potential dangers of unrestricted open-source AI models. The statement has sparked significant debate within the local LLM community.
Reddit r/LocalLLaMA · 82d ago
A new California law mandates that streaming platforms must ensure advertisements are not louder than the content they interrupt. This regulation takes effect on July 1 to improve user experience.
Digital Trends · 82d ago