Despite President Trump's warnings against state-level AI regulation, numerous states are advancing targeted legislation. These laws focus on AI's interaction with children, employer use, and preventing AI-caused catastrophes, filling a perceived federal regulatory vacuum.
Populist conservatives within the Republican Party are increasingly advocating for AI regulation, diverging from Donald Trump's deregulatory stance. Figures like Josh Hawley and Ron DeSantis are positioning AI as a key issue, emphasizing worker protection and national security over unfettered industry growth, potentially shaping future GOP platforms.
John O'Farrell, ex-Andreessen Horowitz VC, criticizes PAC Leading the Future for using $125M to intimidate politicians from regulating AI, warning of public backlash against the tech industry's lobbying efforts.
Italy's government has approved decrees implementing EU AI regulations, becoming the first nation with a comprehensive national AI law. The law focuses on human-centric AI, defining governance, civil liability, and specific uses in security, work, justice, and education.
Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web, urges for AI regulation to preserve internet values and protect user data. He advocates for systems allowing individuals to control their personal information used to train AI models.
OpenAI proposed a federal standard for AI regulation, integrating existing state-level laws. The company suggests a "reverse federalism" approach, consolidating key AI safety measures from states like California, New York, and Illinois into a unified federal law. OpenAI also called for transparency reports, independent audits, and the establishment of a permanent AI Standards and Innovation Center under the Commerce Department.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman met with US lawmakers and Trump administration officials to discuss AI regulation. Altman's meetings followed President Trump's executive order requiring AI companies to share models with the government. OpenAI also released a policy blueprint outlining recommendations for a national AI safety framework.
A US official described President Trump's health as "amazing" amid scrutiny. Trump will attend the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner. He also signed an executive order creating a voluntary framework for AI developers to share advanced models with the government.
The Trump administration is experiencing internal conflict regarding the resurrection of an AI regulation executive order. Officials are divided on its potential impact on innovation and competition, with key figures like Susie Wiles advocating for it and David Sacks opposing it.
Pope Leo's first encyclical, 'Magnifica humanitas', urges external regulation of AI to prevent domination, exclusion, and death, emphasizing human dignity, labor protection, and responsible tech governance.
Spanish government aligns with Pope Francis's vision on AI, emphasizing a humanist approach. This coincides with the Pope's upcoming visit to Spain and the government's approval of a bill for ethical AI governance, adapting to EU regulations.
Pope Leo XIV issued "Magnifica Humanitas," a manifesto urging robust AI regulation and ethical development for the common good, not profit. He criticized the AI race, especially in warfare, and called for legal frameworks and oversight, warning against irreversible lethal decisions by AI.
President Trump postponed an executive order on AI regulation, citing concerns it could hinder US competitiveness with China. The order would have required voluntary review of AI models before public release.
The White House is looking for “partnership” with companies rather than pursuing “government regulation,” a senior White House official said.
Overnight, EU lawmakers agreed to water down their AI legislation that was world-leading when it launched in 2024.
Bipartisan AI bill sponsored by Rep. Ted Lieu targets deepfakes and non-consensual images while protecting whistleblowers reporting AI safety concerns. The legislation builds on recommendations from the bipartisan House AI Task Force co-led by Rep. Jay Obernolte, who plans to release his own AI package later this year.
Tech giants like Google, Meta, and Amazon are significantly boosting lobbying efforts, spending millions as Artificial Intelligence becomes a major policy focus. Newcomers Anthropic and OpenAI are also dramatically increasing their Washington presence. Discussions with lawmakers cover AI regulation, national security, and infrastructure needs, highlighting intense competition in shaping future tech policies.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has suggested ChatGPT might be withdrawn from the European market if the company cannot comply with the EU's upcoming AI Act, citing concerns over strict data and training disclosure requirements.
