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Trump to Nominate Gail Slater to Head Justice Department's Antitrust Efforts

Trump's administration will maintain a focus on antitrust actions against major tech companies, led by Gail Slater as assistant attorney general.

What Donald Trump's Win Means For AI

AI technology has rapidly advanced, influencing national security and economic policy as Trump returns to power.

Election 2024: How will the candidates regulate big tech?

The Biden administration's aggressive antitrust stance may not continue with either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump.

Trump announces new tech policy picks for his second term

Trump is focusing on tech policy with experienced appointees to enhance innovation and efficiency in governance.

Marc Andreessen says he's spent 'half' his time at Mar-a-Lago since the election, weighing in on tech and economic policy

Marc Andreessen has spent considerable time at Mar-a-Lago discussing tech and economic policies with President-elect Donald Trump since Election Day.

What Trump's election win means for Google antitrust cases - and the tech industry

Trump's win could shift antitrust focus, especially regarding major tech companies such as Google.

Trump to Nominate Gail Slater to Head Justice Department's Antitrust Efforts

Trump's administration will maintain a focus on antitrust actions against major tech companies, led by Gail Slater as assistant attorney general.

What Donald Trump's Win Means For AI

AI technology has rapidly advanced, influencing national security and economic policy as Trump returns to power.

Election 2024: How will the candidates regulate big tech?

The Biden administration's aggressive antitrust stance may not continue with either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump.

Trump announces new tech policy picks for his second term

Trump is focusing on tech policy with experienced appointees to enhance innovation and efficiency in governance.

Marc Andreessen says he's spent 'half' his time at Mar-a-Lago since the election, weighing in on tech and economic policy

Marc Andreessen has spent considerable time at Mar-a-Lago discussing tech and economic policies with President-elect Donald Trump since Election Day.

What Trump's election win means for Google antitrust cases - and the tech industry

Trump's win could shift antitrust focus, especially regarding major tech companies such as Google.
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We repaired an iPhone to see if iOS 18 fixes iPhone repair

iOS 18's new repair assistant improves iPhone repairability by allowing independent repairs without losing device functionality.
#artificial-intelligence

Trump Names Musk Associate as White House A.I. & Crypto Czar'

David Sacks appointed as White House A.I. & Crypto Czar, focusing on Artificial Intelligence and cryptocurrency policy for U.S. global leadership.

DealBook Summit: Technologists on Smarter-Than-Humans Technology

Artificial intelligence's rapid advancement is seen as a double-edged sword, carrying both tremendous potential and significant risks.

Trump Names Musk Associate as White House A.I. & Crypto Czar'

David Sacks appointed as White House A.I. & Crypto Czar, focusing on Artificial Intelligence and cryptocurrency policy for U.S. global leadership.

DealBook Summit: Technologists on Smarter-Than-Humans Technology

Artificial intelligence's rapid advancement is seen as a double-edged sword, carrying both tremendous potential and significant risks.
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#big-tech

Trump's VP pick is all MAGA, but his tech agenda looks more like Biden's than you'd think

J.D. Vance, a former critic of Trump, has shifted dramatically right, aligning with Trump's policies except in tech, where he criticizes Big Tech yet supports Biden admin's tech agenda.

200 AI researchers urge OpenAI, Google, Meta to allow safety checks

AI researchers call for independent evaluation of AI models
Concerns about restrictions hindering critical research

What Donald Trump's Win Will Mean for Big Tech

Trump's tech policy strategy may pivot between regulation and support for key tech players in a potential second term.

Trump picks two nominees who could decide the fate of Big Tech and crypto

Trump's tech appointment choices signal a shift away from Biden-era policies towards a more pro-crypto and competitive tech environment.

Trump's VP pick is all MAGA, but his tech agenda looks more like Biden's than you'd think

J.D. Vance, a former critic of Trump, has shifted dramatically right, aligning with Trump's policies except in tech, where he criticizes Big Tech yet supports Biden admin's tech agenda.

200 AI researchers urge OpenAI, Google, Meta to allow safety checks

AI researchers call for independent evaluation of AI models
Concerns about restrictions hindering critical research

What Donald Trump's Win Will Mean for Big Tech

Trump's tech policy strategy may pivot between regulation and support for key tech players in a potential second term.

Trump picks two nominees who could decide the fate of Big Tech and crypto

Trump's tech appointment choices signal a shift away from Biden-era policies towards a more pro-crypto and competitive tech environment.
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As the year draws to a close, startups don't pause | TechCrunch

The startup ecosystem remains active, with significant news and updates even during shorter workweeks.

Former X policy chief joins Sam Altman's Tools for Humanity | TechCrunch

Nick Pickles has joined Tools for Humanity as chief policy officer, bringing regulatory expertise from his time at X.
#ai-regulation

Elon Musk throws support behind California's AI safety bill-'this is a tough call and will make some people upset'

Elon Musk has backed California's SB 1047, advocating for regulatory measures around AI to mitigate public risks.

California governor vetoes controversial AI safety bill

Governor Newsom vetoed the AI bill SB 1047 due to its inadequate coverage and failure to address risks from smaller AI models.

a16z VC Martin Casado explains why so many AI regulations are so wrong | TechCrunch

Lawmakers need to focus on actual AI risks, not future hypothetical scenarios.

Could a Labour nudification' manifesto bring more safety to AI?

Labour Together thinktank proposes ban on nudification tools for explicit content
UK moving towards more principled and partisan debates on AI regulation

Elon Musk throws support behind California's AI safety bill-'this is a tough call and will make some people upset'

Elon Musk has backed California's SB 1047, advocating for regulatory measures around AI to mitigate public risks.

California governor vetoes controversial AI safety bill

Governor Newsom vetoed the AI bill SB 1047 due to its inadequate coverage and failure to address risks from smaller AI models.

a16z VC Martin Casado explains why so many AI regulations are so wrong | TechCrunch

Lawmakers need to focus on actual AI risks, not future hypothetical scenarios.

Could a Labour nudification' manifesto bring more safety to AI?

Labour Together thinktank proposes ban on nudification tools for explicit content
UK moving towards more principled and partisan debates on AI regulation
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#antitrust

Google to receive punishment for search monopoly by next August, says judge | TechCrunch

The federal judge's decision regarding Google's antitrust case could significantly impact internet search dynamics by August 2025.

What will Trump's second term mean for tech?

Trump's return to presidency may result in a softer approach to tech regulations, particularly regarding TikTok and antitrust pressures.

Google to receive punishment for search monopoly by next August, says judge | TechCrunch

The federal judge's decision regarding Google's antitrust case could significantly impact internet search dynamics by August 2025.

What will Trump's second term mean for tech?

Trump's return to presidency may result in a softer approach to tech regulations, particularly regarding TikTok and antitrust pressures.
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EU to Apple: "Let Users Choose Their Software"; Apple: "Nah"

The Digital Markets Act enhances user rights and interoperability by limiting the control of tech platforms.

Anthropic flags AI's potential to 'automate sophisticated destructive cyber attacks'

Anthropic updates AI model safety controls to prevent potential misuse for cyber attacks.

The White House calls on Amazon and Google to help defeat online censors in these countries

The White House seeks tech companies' support to expand VPN access for combating internet censorship in authoritarian countries.
#kamala-harris

Where will the next democratic presidential nominee stand on tech policy?

Joe Biden stepping down as Democratic presidential candidate leaves potential nominees to address tech policy platform.

The Democratic platform doubles down on antitrust

The Democratic Party is reinforcing its commitment to antitrust policies and competition in the 2024 platform.

A Kamala Harris Presidency Could Mean More of the Same on A.I. Regulation

Vice President Kamala Harris has played a key role in shaping A.I. policies at the White House, advocating for voluntary safety standards, executive orders, and regulations while balancing innovation and public protection.

Where will the next democratic presidential nominee stand on tech policy?

Joe Biden stepping down as Democratic presidential candidate leaves potential nominees to address tech policy platform.

The Democratic platform doubles down on antitrust

The Democratic Party is reinforcing its commitment to antitrust policies and competition in the 2024 platform.

A Kamala Harris Presidency Could Mean More of the Same on A.I. Regulation

Vice President Kamala Harris has played a key role in shaping A.I. policies at the White House, advocating for voluntary safety standards, executive orders, and regulations while balancing innovation and public protection.
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Joe Biden will leave behind a pretty impressive tech legacy

President Joe Biden announces he will not seek reelection, allowing for analysis of his legacy focusing on tech policies like the CHIPS Act.

Coworking: Jordan Wrigley has privacy on the brain

Coworking is a weekly segment where Tech Brew spotlights individuals working with emerging technologies.
The interviewee works in tech policy and provides support and education for tech privacy professionals and lawmakers in consumer health data.

Helen Toner worries 'not super functional' Congress will flub AI policy | TechCrunch

Congress struggles with passing comprehensive AI legislation, risking knee-jerk reactions to crises, highlighted by Helen Toner's concerns.
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