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Sen. Bernie Sanders proposed a federal moratorium on new AI data centers, citing concerns about the pace of AI development and democratic oversight. thehill.com/opinion/robb... #AIPolicy
Bernie Sanders demands AI data center moratorium
A moratorium on all new data centers! Holy escalation, Batman!
thehill.com
December 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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The Trump administration announced the United States Tech Force to recruit artificial intelligence and technology specialists for temporary federal service, with placements planned across multiple agencies.
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Trump admin launches US Tech Force to recruit temporary workers after shedding thousands this year
Some of the recruits to government service will be on leaves of absence from private sector companies while working for government — a setup that raises ethical questions about conflicts of interest.
www.nextgov.com
December 27, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Sen. Marsha Blackburn released a section-by-section framework for the TRUMP AMERICA AI Act, outlining proposed federal standards for AI safety, child protections, data use, workforce impacts, and infrastructure requirements. www.wbbjtv.com/2025/12/19/b...
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Blackburn unveils national policy framework for artificial intelligence - WBBJ TV
U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) unveiled a section-by-section summary of The Republic Unifying Meritocratic Performance Advancing Machine intelligence by Eliminating Regulatory Interstate…
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December 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Odisha is hosting a two-day artificial intelligence summit as a precursor to the IndiaAI Impact Summit 2026, with discussions on AI policy, governance use cases, data infrastructure, and implementation of the IndiaAI Mission.
www.newindianexpress.com/states/odish...
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Odisha AI summit commences Friday, precursor to India meet in February
BHUBANESWAR: Close on the heels of Odisha Pharma Summit, the state government is going to host a two-day AI Summit here from Friday (December 19).Minister for E
www.newindianexpress.com
December 26, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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California Governor Gavin Newsom announced the formation of the California Innovation Council to advise on AI policy and AI use across state government. www.sacbee.com/news/politic... #AIPolicy
December 26, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has opened an investigation into Instacart’s AI-based pricing tool following reports that different shoppers were shown different prices for the same grocery items.
www.reuters.com/legal/litiga...
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December 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Mozambique is developing a national artificial intelligence strategy with support from UNESCO, involving government, private sector, academia, and civil society as part of a broader digital transformation agenda.
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Mozambique Develops National AI Strategy With UNESCO Support - iAfrica.com
Mozambique’s National Institute of Information and Communication Technologies is leading the development of a National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, with
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December 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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FERC directed PJM Interconnection to revise its tariff and establish new rules for large electricity loads, including AI-driven data centers co-located with generation facilities. www.ferc.gov/news-events/... #AIPolicy
FERC Directs Nation’s Largest Grid Operator to Create New Rules to Embrace Innovation and Protect Consumers
Item E-1, Docket Nos. EL25-49-000, et al. | Presentation | Fact Sheet
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December 24, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Upcoming AI/Tech Policy Events
▶Ethical AI Leadership & Governance | Online | January 6 : www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/9-on-deman...
▶Leveraging AI for Peace: A UNSSC Webinar Learning Series | Online | Jan 12 - Mar 09 : www.unssc.org/events/lever...
#9 ON DEMAND WORKSHOP: Ethical AI Leadership & Governance
E-Learning AI Leadership Roadmap _ #9 AI Deep Dive
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December 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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OpenAI updated its ChatGPT guidelines to introduce additional safeguards for users under 18, including stricter model behavior rules and new AI literacy resources, as policymakers consider standards for AI use by minors.
techcrunch.com/2025/12/19/o...
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OpenAI adds new teen safety rules to ChatGPT as lawmakers weigh AI standards for minors | TechCrunch
OpenAI updated its guidelines for how its AI models should behave with users under 18, and published new AI literacy resources for teens and parents. Still, questions remain about how well policies…
techcrunch.com
December 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Ireland’s Joint Committee on Artificial Intelligence released its first interim report, covering alignment with the EU Artificial Intelligence Act, public sector AI use, oversight structures, and proposals for a National AI Office.
data.oireachtas.ie/ie/oireachta... #AIPolicy
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December 23, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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New York enacted an AI regulation law that will be amended in 2026 to align more closely with California’s framework following negotiations with technology companies. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/19/n... #AIPolicy
Hochul Reaches Deal on A.I. Regulation in New York
The bill, which lawmakers passed in June, will be modified to more closely match a similar law in California, at Big Tech’s urging.
www.nytimes.com
December 22, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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December roundup of AI/Tech Policy Fellowships:
▶GovAI Summer Fellowship, Applied Track (2026) : www.governance.ai/post/summer-...
▶GovAI Summer Fellowship, Research Track (2026) : www.governance.ai/post/summer-...
▶MATS Summer 2026 Fellow : matsprogram.org/apply
Summer Fellowship 2026, Applied Track | GovAI Blog
Seasonal Fellowships are three-month opportunities designed to launch or accelerate impactful careers in AI governance and policy. The fellowship has both a Research Track and an Applied Track.
www.governance.ai
December 22, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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India proposed a royalty-based framework that would require AI companies to pay for training models on copyrighted content, with public consultation now open. techcrunch.com/2025/12/09/i... #AIPolicy
India proposes charging OpenAI, Google for training AI on copyrighted content | TechCrunch
India has given OpenAI, Google, and other AI firms 30 days to respond to its proposed royalty system for training on copyrighted content.
techcrunch.com
December 21, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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The Trump administration lifted restrictions on Nvidia’s H200 AI chip exports to China, reversing prior controls while maintaining limits on newer chips amid ongoing U.S.–China technology tensions. www.wsj.com/tech/ai/chin... #AIPolicy
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December 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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eBay added a new policy to its website code outlining restrictions on how AI agents and automated tools may interact with its platform and checkout systems. www.modernretail.co/technology/e... #AIPolicy
EBay adds new AI agent policy to its website
EBay has added new guidelines to its e-commerce platform governing how AI agents and large language models can interact with its site.
www.modernretail.co
December 20, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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South Korea announced plans to require labeling of AI-generated advertisements, with enforcement measures and penalties set to take effect in 2026. www.pbs.org/newshour/wor... #AIPolicy
South Korea to require advertisers to label AI-generated ads
South Korea will require advertisers to label their ads made with artificial intelligence technologies from next year as it seeks to curb a surge of deceptive promotions featuring fabricated experts…
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December 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced a new House Democratic Commission on AI and the Innovation Economy, set to convene through 2026 to develop AI policy expertise. jeffries.house.gov/2025/12/09/l... #AIPolicy
LEADER JEFFRIES ANNOUNCES NEW HOUSE DEMOCRATIC COMMISSION ON AI AND THE INNOVATION ECONOMY – Congressman Hakeem Jeffries
Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced the launch of a new House Democratic Commission on AI and the Innovation Economy that will convene throughout 2026. The commission will develop…
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December 19, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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OpenAI filed a ballot initiative in California proposing safety requirements for AI companion chatbots, alongside an existing children’s AI safety proposal. www.politico.com/news/2025/12... #AIPolicy
December 19, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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The European Commission proposed changes to environmental rules that would allow Member States to exempt data centres and AI gigafactories from mandatory environmental impact assessments. www.theguardian.com/world/2025/d... #AIPolicy
EU proposes loosening rules on AI gigafactories in green rollback
Latest package in dismantling of environmental rules also suggests repealing hazardous chemicals database
www.theguardian.com
December 18, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Congressional negotiators released compromise text for the fiscal year 2026 defense authorization legislation that includes AI provisions covering research, deployment, governance, cybersecurity, and system restrictions.
Congress Moves Forward with AI Measures in Key Defense Legislation
Introduction On December 7, 2025, House and Senate Armed Services Committee leaders unveiled legislative text (House Amendment to S. 1071) for the fiscal year (FY) 2026 must-pass defense…
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December 17, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Upcoming AI/Tech Policy Events
▶AI for Good Global Initiative Events | Online | December 18 :
aiforgood.itu.int/event/promot...
▶India - AI Impact Summit 2026 | New Delhi, India | February 16 - 20 : impact.indiaai.gov.in
▶RightsCon 2026 | Lusaka, Zambia | May 5–8, 2026 : www.rightscon.org
Promoting participatory and responsible approaches to AI adoption in healthcare
AI holds great potential to transform healthcare, and the Catalan Administration is committed to using it as a support tool for both clinical care and
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December 17, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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The Department of Health and Human Services released an AI Strategy outlining a Department-wide framework for governance, infrastructure, workforce development, research practices, and use of AI in health and human services. www.hhs.gov/sites/defaul... #AIPolicy
www.hhs.gov
December 16, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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The European Commission opened a formal antitrust investigation into Google’s use of web publishers and YouTube content for AI purposes under European Union competition rules. ec.europa.eu/commission/p... #AIPolicy
Commission opens investigation into possible anticompetitive conduct by Google in the use of online content for AI purposes
The European Commission has opened a formal antitrust investigation to assess whether Google has breached EU competition rules by using the content of web publishers, as well as content uploaded on th
ec.europa.eu
December 16, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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President Trump signed an executive order asserting federal authority over AI regulation, authorizing challenges to state AI laws and tying federal funding to compliance with a single national framework. www.nytimes.com/2025/12/11/t... #AIPolicy
Trump Signs Executive Order to Neuter State A.I. Laws
The order would create one federal regulatory framework for artificial intelligence, President Trump told reporters in the Oval Office.
www.nytimes.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM