Homeland Security Department
SpaceX Accelerates GPS Satellite Launch, Aims to Boost Navigation Systems
The latest GPS III satellite enhances positioning accuracy and modernizes aging GPS constellation.
Expert Opinion
New Council on National Security Bolsters the FCC’s Arsenal against China
The Council on National Security will help the FCC articulate a consistent strategy on matters concerning technological innovation and national security.
Ron Wyden
Wyden Warns Fellow Senators about Executive Branch Surveillance
Claims lawmakers not being informed as required.
AI
House Members Spar Over 10-Year Moratorium on State AI Laws
Shorter ban might be an acceptable compromise later
Expert Opinion
Wi-Fi is America’s Secret Weapon in the Tech Race with China
If we want to put America first, we must put Wi-Fi first.
AI
House Includes 10-Year Ban on States Regulating AI in Budget Bill
The provision is tucked into the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s sweeping markup, would be a major boon to the AI industry.
BEAD 2026
China Blasts New U.S. Rule Banning Use of Huawei's Ascend Advanced Computer Chips
The Commerce Department said Huawei's semiconductors are subject to U.S. export controls because they are thought to employ U.S. technology.
Expert Opinion
Jim Enrique Tolbert and Javier Palomarez: America’s Manufacturing Boom Faces a Labor Bust
Factories might be coming back. But where are the workers?
AI
Data Center Investment for AI Critical in Race Against China: Altman, Tech Execs
By 2028, data centers could consume up to 12% of the nation’s electricity.
EU
At Energy Summit, UK Touts Green Power as Boost to Security, But U.S. Differs
The UK message was at odds with a U.S. official, who called policies that push for clean power over fossil fuels 'harmful and dangerous.'
permitting
Green Energy Supporters Pushed for Faster Permitting. Trump Is Doing It, But Not for Solar or Wind
Solar is the fastest-growing source of electricity generation in the U.S.
AVs
Musk Promises Less Time in Washington After Tesla Profit Plunges
Investors sent Tesla shares up more than 5% in after-hours trading, although they are still down more than 40% for the year.
Expert Opinion
Unleashing American Innovation Through Strategic Deregulation
One critical opportunity lies in the modernization and reallocation of government-held spectrum.
Defense Department
Digital Defenses Raised as Global Tensions Raise Threat of Cyberwarfare
Cyber experts are warning of heightened cyberthreats and a growing digital arms race as countries look to defend themselves.
Energy
China Dominates Solar + Trump Tariffs Target China = Higher Costs for U.S. Industry
President Donald Trump's escalating trade war with China threatens to crimp a massive source of solar panels and parts.
Rip and Replace
Rip and Replace Funding Available, FCC Says
The agency was authorized to borrow $3 billion from the Treasury to cover the shortfall.
