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China requires AI and chip executives’ families to obtain approval for international travel
China now requires families of top AI and chip executives to obtain Beijing’s approval for international travel, aiming to prevent technological know-how from reaching the US.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 28, 2026
Walmart’s CEO rules out personalised pricing, including by its AI assistant
Walmart CEO John Furner has ruled out personalised pricing, saying a shopper’s income or shopping history will never set their price. The pledge also covers its AI assistant Sparky.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 28, 2026
FBI Confirms Cybersecurity Incident After Hackers Steal Agent Data
The FBI internally declared a cybersecurity incident after hackers exploited a vulnerability in its job portal, stealing sensitive data of agents and employees.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 28, 2026
US and China agree to super intelligence dialogue and trade concessions
The US and China establish a dialogue on super intelligence and trade measures, but key issues like critical minerals and global AI governance remain unresolved.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 28, 2026
UK Expands Apprenticeships with £100m Fund to Tackle Youth Unemployment
UK Chancellor John Healey announces a £100m expansion of the Local Apprenticeships Service, aiming to create thousands of apprenticeships by 2027.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 28, 2026
UK government considers scrapping state pension triple lock
UK government considers ending the state pension triple lock after 16 years to reduce welfare costs and fund a national care service. Economists call it unsustainable.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 28, 2026
Bill Gates pushes for AI regulation, seeks to sway Trump
Bill Gates warns of AI’s catastrophic risks and advocates for government involvement in regulation, including a push to sway Donald Trump’s stance.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 28, 2026
UK Chancellor announces £115m for shipbuilding and industrial revival
Chancellor John Healey announces funding for shipbuilding, maritime research, and skills training in England, amid economic challenges and political debate.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
Pro-Data Center Event Backed by Thiel and Koch Institute Sparks Debate
A Washington DC event promoting data centers, backed by conservative think tanks and investors like Peter Thiel, spotlights growing ideological battles over tech policy.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
India prioritizes AI, semiconductors, and quantum tech as next growth frontier
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman identifies AI, semiconductors, and quantum technology as India’s next major frontier, urging investment and collaboration.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
NTA deploys CISF security and tightens cyber defenses after NEET-UG leak
India’s National Testing Agency (NTA) is enhancing security with CISF personnel and cybersecurity measures following the NEET-UG paper leak controversy.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
Cease-and-desist letter targets "data senator" attack ad as centers become political flashpoint
Attack ads and cease-and-desist letters target politicians over ties to data centers, as 70% of Americans oppose their construction nearby.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
Apple Ordered to Pay $5.7 Billion in Landmark Patent Case Over Haptic Tech
A U.S. jury orders Apple to pay $5.7B to Taction Technology for patent infringement in iPhones and Apple Watches. Apple will appeal the ruling.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
Trump and Johnson’s AI Meeting Spotlights Growing Regulatory Pressures on Tech Giants
US leaders meet tech CEOs to discuss AI regulation amid rising concerns over rogue agents, data breaches, and legal accountability for AI companies.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
Trump and Xi Agree to Rename AI "Super Intelligence" as Policy Talks Stall
Trump hosts Xi and tech leaders to rebrand AI as "Super Intelligence," bypassing policy discussions. America.gov launch planned but no major breakthroughs reported.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
AI Leaders Push for Safety Standards—But Seek Control Over Regulation
AI leaders like Anthropic and OpenAI advocate for safety standards but seek control over regulation. Experts warn of self-regulation limits and antitrust concerns.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
Premier League clubs pursue compensation after Manchester City financial breaches
Premier League clubs explore legal action for compensation after Manchester City is found guilty of 114 financial rule breaches, facing potential sanctions.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 27, 2026
TikTok agrees to pay at least $100M in Alabama settlement
TikTok will pay Alabama at least $100 million in a settlement tied to allegations that the short-form video platform misled users about safety and was designed to addict children.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 26, 2026
New Jersey Fines DataOne $1.07M for Unpermitted Generators Powering Microsoft Copilot
New Jersey issues a $1.07 million fine to DataOne for operating 62 natural gas generators without permits. Case raises questions about AI infrastructure & environmental compliance.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 26, 2026
Oxford let OpenAI train AI models on Bodleian texts, the Guardian reports
Internal minutes show staff worried about reputational risk, while Oxford says the material is out of copyright.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 26, 2026
TikTok to pay Alabama at least $100m to settle teen safety lawsuit
The app must add a two-hour daily limit and night-time blocks for teens, with up to $300m possible in total.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 26, 2026
Gates Warns AI Could Cause Catastrophic Harm, Calls for Strict Regulation
Bill Gates calls for mandatory AI safeguards as the EU’s AI Act takes effect. Microsoft extends Internet Explorer mode support until 2029, delaying enterprise IT migration.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 26, 2026
Xi and Trump Discuss AI Governance in White House Meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping and former US President Donald Trump met to discuss AI governance, emphasizing joint efforts to prevent misuse amid contrasting regulatory approaches.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 26, 2026
Meta Found Guilty of Misleading Users on Data Practices in New Mexico Trial
A New Mexico jury ruled Meta misled residents about Facebook’s data practices and enforcement of hate speech policies. Penalties and reforms are now under consideration.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 26, 2026