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politics16 days ago•5 min saved

Trump Names Jay Clayton to Lead New 'Super Intelligence' Task Force

President Donald Trump has appointed Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to head a new 'Super Intelligence Force' (SIF), a task force designed to coordinate government engagement with AI companies, consumers, and religious organizations. The move follows a September announcement to create an 'AI Force' and comes amid growing pressure from industry leaders and lawmakers for stricter safety regulations. While Trump rejects formal legislative controls, favoring self-policing by tech firms, the SIF will report directly to the White House and include officials from the FTC and Department of Defense. The initiative is framed as a strategy to maintain US technological dominance over China, despite concerns from critics who argue that voluntary industry commitments are insufficient to address the risks of rapidly advancing AI systems.

via BBC|

#ai-regulation #jay-clayton #politics

politics17 days ago•209 min saved

Trump Names Jay Clayton to Lead New 'Super Intelligence Force' Amid AI Safety Debates

President Trump established a new 'Super Intelligence Force' task force, appointing Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton as its lead. The group, which includes officials from the Pentagon, FTC, and OPM, will report directly to the White House and has 120 days to assess AI risks and opportunities. This move follows industry calls for safety guardrails and recent incidents of rogue AI agents, though Trump has previously dismissed such concerns as a 'hoax.'

via CNN|

#ai-regulation #jay-clayton #national-security

technology-and-policy20 days ago•0 min saved

Tech Industry Rejects Trump's 'Superintelligence' Mandate Despite White House Accord

President Trump signed an executive order mandating federal agencies use the term 'superintelligence' and secured a voluntary safety accord from major tech leaders, but industry insiders and lobbyists argue the new terminology and non-binding commitments lack real enforcement or widespread adoption.

via Politico|

#ai-regulation #ai-safety #executive-order

energy-and-politics26 days ago•343 min saved

White House Weighs 90-Day Diesel Export Ban Amid Midterm Pressure

The Trump administration is considering a 90-day ban on diesel exports to lower domestic fuel prices ahead of midterm elections, despite strong opposition from energy officials and business groups who warn it would backfire.

via CNN|

#diesel-export-ban #energy-and-politics #energy-prices

politics1 month ago•0 min saved

Trump announces 'AI Force' and new czar to accelerate US tech dominance

President Trump announced the creation of an 'AI Force' and a new 'AI Czar' to accelerate artificial intelligence development, rejecting calls for regulatory slowdowns. He framed AI as a critical economic driver comparable to the Industrial Revolution, emphasizing US leadership over China. The move follows recent warnings from tech leaders about existential risks and precedes high-level diplomatic discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

via CBS News|

#artificial-intelligence #david-sacks #politics

politics1 month ago•166 min saved

Trump Announces 'AI Force' and Czar Amid Intensifying AI Regulation Debate

President Trump announced plans to create an 'AI Force' and appoint an AI czar, rejecting calls for regulatory guardrails while emphasizing US leadership over China. The move comes amid growing pressure from lawmakers and industry leaders to slow AI development, with key diplomatic discussions on AI safety scheduled during Xi Jinping's upcoming visit.

via cnn.com|

#ai-regulation #artificial-intelligence #donald-trump

technology-and-policy1 month ago•1 min saved

Trump dismisses AI existential risks as a hoax while Sacks endorses existing liability laws

President Trump labeled fears of AI destroying humanity a 'hoax' on Truth Social, while former AI czar David Sacks argued that existing product liability and antitrust laws are sufficient to address safety concerns. Sacks dismissed media-driven panic but remained open to transparency measures, contrasting with calls for new bureaucratic oversight.

via Politico|

#ai-regulation #antitrust #david-sacks

technology-and-politics1 month ago•57 min saved

Meta CEO Zuckerberg Opposes White House AI Regulator Proposal in Private Call with Trump

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg voiced opposition to a proposed national AI regulator during a private call with President Trump. The White House is currently weighing two regulatory paths: an industry-led regulator or a voluntary standards body to vet AI models before deployment. Zuckerberg’s stance aligns with his preference for industry-led oversight rather than a FINRA-style government entity. This private objection highlights how tech leaders are influencing policy discussions, reflecting the administration’s balancing act between fostering innovation and ensuring safety. The proposal, popularized by DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis, remains under consideration, but Zuckerberg’s pushback signals significant resistance from major tech firms to centralized government oversight.

via Yahoo|

#ai-regulation #mark-zuckerberg #meta

national-security2 months ago•10 min saved

AI Biosecurity Gap: White House Rebuilds Defenses Amid Staffing Cuts and Model Risks

The White House is rebuilding its biological security apparatus after staffing cuts depleted expertise, even as AI models gain capabilities to design pathogens. Officials are delaying key Biden-era directives while engaging AI firms on safeguards, though experts warn that physical barriers remain the primary defense against weaponization.

via The Washington Post|

#ai-safety #artificial-intelligence #biological-security

policy-and-security2 months ago•1 min saved

Trump Memo Authorizes Private Firms to Launch Cyberattacks on Foreign Crime Syndicates

A new presidential memorandum signed by Donald Trump allows vetted private security firms to conduct offensive cyber operations against foreign transnational criminal organizations. The program, managed by the National Coordination Center, requires companies to maintain a $1 million bond and adhere to strict oversight to prevent harm to U.S. citizens or infrastructure.

via bleepingcomputer.com|

#cybersecurity #national-security #policy-and-security

energy6 months ago•22 min saved

White House Sets 2028 Target for Moon-Orbiting Nuclear Reactor

The White House ordered NASA, the Department of Energy, and the Pentagon to develop a nuclear fission reactor capable of orbiting the Moon, targeting a launch-ready date by 2028. The plan aims to enable a permanent lunar presence by providing continuous power where solar is impractical, with parallel efforts to fast-track mid-power space reactors and surface power variants, building on past orbital nuclear experiments and renewed support for nuclear energy.

via Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com|

#energy #lunar-reactor #nasa

economy7 months ago•23 min saved

Treasury official exits after clash over Minneapolis Somali fraud crackdown

John Hurley, Undersecretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence at the Treasury Department, is leaving his post after privately opposing White House-backed plans to crack down on alleged fraud within Minneapolis' Somali immigrant community, according to seven people familiar with the matter.

via The Washington Post|

#economy #fraud-crackdown #john-hurley

politics1 year ago•9 min saved

Marco Rubio and the Velociraptor: A Surprising Connection

The White House is resuming student visa interviews with stricter social media scrutiny to filter out applicants with hostile attitudes towards the U.S., reflecting a cautious shift in immigration policy amidst political recalibration. This change, signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, aims to reduce administrative burdens while still tightening entry standards, signaling a more measured approach after initial aggressive policies.

via The Bulwark|

#immigration #politics #social-media-scrutiny

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Industry Leaders Urge White House to Halt Immigration Raids Amid Policy Reversals

Industry groups dependent on immigrant workers are upset after the White House reversed a pause on immigration raids, which had been temporarily implemented to address concerns from sectors like agriculture and hospitality. The reversal has led to increased raids and ongoing lobbying efforts, highlighting internal conflicts within the administration over immigration enforcement and its impact on the workforce. Some lawmakers and industry leaders are advocating for policies that balance enforcement with the need for immigrant labor, especially in agriculture.

via The Washington Post|

#deportation #immigration #industry-lobbying

science-and-technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"White House Orders NASA to Develop Lunar Time Standard for Moon's Unique Clock System"

The White House has directed NASA to develop a strategy for a new time standard, Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC), to be used on cislunar missions for improved navigation and related services on and around the moon. The new time standard is necessary due to the differences in time measurement between Earth and the moon, impacting precision operations such as navigation and space situational awareness. NASA will work with other agencies to finalize the strategy by the end of 2026 and incorporate it into its Moon to Mars Architecture reviews.

via SpaceNews|

#celestial-time-standardization #lunar-time-standard #nasa