‘ONE RULE’: Trump says he’ll sign an executive order blocking state AI laws despite bipartisan pushback

President Trump signed an executive order aimed at establishing a unified federal regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI), addressing the confusion caused by varying state laws. This move reflects his administration's commitment to ensuring that the U.S. maintains a competitive edge in AI development.

Former President Donald Trump signed an executive order that threatens to penalize states for enacting their own artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. This order establishes a Justice Department task force to challenge state laws and directs the Commerce Department to withhold broadband funding from states that pass what are deemed 'onerous' legislation.

Runway has launched its first physics-aware world model, designed to simulate reality for training agents and enhancing applications in video, robotics, and avatars. This model represents a significant step in the company's technological advancements.

Security vulnerabilities in the Freedom Chat app have led to the exposure of users' phone numbers and PINs, prompting the company's founder to announce a reset of user PINs and the release of a new version of the app in app stores.

Eclipse Energy, a biotech startup, has developed a technology that utilizes microbes to convert idle oil wells into hydrogen production facilities. This innovative approach aims to repurpose abandoned oil infrastructure, potentially transforming energy production in the process.

Spoor's computer vision software is gaining significant interest for its ability to monitor bird populations and migration patterns, particularly benefiting wind farms and other industries. The technology aims to enhance environmental awareness and conservation efforts by providing accurate data on avian movements.

Google is testing AI-powered article overviews on select publications' Google News pages, including Der Spiegel, El País, and The Washington Post, as part of a pilot program that compensates participating publishers. This initiative aims to enhance user engagement and streamline content consumption on the platform.

Spotify has announced the testing of a new feature called 'Prompted Playlists,' which allows users to write prompts for playlists that will generate unique song selections based on their previous listening behavior. This marks a significant shift in how users can interact with the platform's algorithm, providing them with more personalized music experiences.