AI
Bernie Sanders Unveils Bill to Ban Artificial Intelligence and Create Department of AI
The proposal comes as prominent AI executives and researchers increasingly warn about potentially catastrophic risks from rapidly advancing systems.
AI
California Governor Signs Laws Aimed at Protecting Kids From Social Media and AI
One of the laws will penalize large social media companies that are found negligent in harming children. Another would ban tech businesses from offering addictive feeds to anyone under 16.
Tasha Boerner
California Bill Creating Independent Oversight Of CPUC Heads To Governor
The measure comes amid growing scrutiny of how California regulates utilities and protects consumers
AI
Gavin Newsom Proposes AI Equity Fund with Only a Few Details
The California Democrat said Americans should ‘own a piece of the future'
California
Tech is Betting on a Former Executive in the Race for California Governor
Voters are questioning whether he’ll stand up to the tech industry that's backing him.
Infrastructure
California Middle-Mile Project Advances as Network Operator Selected
About 46 percent of fiber installation complete, state officials say.
AI
Newsom Signs Executive Order to Strengthen AI Safeguards, Clashing with Federal Policy
Order aims to curb bias, rights violations, and misuse in state AI contracts.
AI
Trump Releases AI Regulation Framework to Congress
The three-page document provides rough guidance that outlines the Administration's priorities on AI regulation.
California
Newsom Appoints John Reynolds to Head California PUC
Christine Harada also joins as newest commissioner, while current CPUC President Alice Reynolds steps down.
Digital Inclusion
FCC Investigating Lifeline Providers as Advocates, Dems Push Back Against Increased ID Verification
The agency is set to vote Wednesday on a proposal that would seek comment on increased verification measures for the program.
California
California Launches Privacy Tool Aimed at Blocking Sale of Personal Data
Platform allows Californians to send a single request to hundreds of data brokers to delete and stop selling personal information.
Commerce Department
Democrat, Public Interest Groups Challenge Legality of White House AI Directive
Critics warn federal preemption efforts exceed agency authority and statutory limits.
Congress
California State Senator Eyes Pelosi’s House Seat
Scott Wiener brings AI and broadband policy credentials into high-stakes San Francisco race.
AI
OpenAI Announces that ChatGPT Will Allow 'Erotica for Verified Adults'
Sex is a big market for the AI industry. ChatGPT won't be the first to try to profit from it
Digital Inclusion
California Tenants Can Soon Opt Out of Bulk Billing Plans
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1414 into law Friday.
Briefs
Gov. Newsom Signs California Law Targeting Loud Streaming Ads
California becomes the first state to regulate ad volume on streaming platforms.
