The New York Times
Trump Defended A.I. Data Centers on Truth Social, and Commenters Clapped Back
The president’s posts about artificial intelligence on the social media platform he founded were met with an unusual volume of criticism.
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The president’s posts about artificial intelligence on the social media platform he founded were met with an unusual volume of criticism. Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks with CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns about recent dire warnings from tech experts about advancements in AI and calls for government regulation. For years, Democrats and Republicans have proposed bills to address the greatest threats posed by artificial intelligence. Many remain stymied by political disputes.
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CBS News
Extended Interview: Bernie Sanders on dangers of AI
Sen. Bernie Sanders speaks with CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns about recent dire warnings from tech experts about advancements in AI and calls for government regulation.
The New York Times
Congress Has Proposed Many Bills for A.I. Regulation. Lawmakers Have Enacted Few.
For years, Democrats and Republicans have proposed bills to address the greatest threats posed by artificial intelligence. Many remain stymied by political disputes.
CBS News
AI expert on the path to tech safety and security
Democrat Alex Bores, a state assemblyman for New York's 73rd District and former tech consultant, joins "CBS Mornings" to break down possible AI safety measures that could be put in place as the debate over tech regulation heats up.
CBS News
Surrogacy industry safeguards in question after alarming patterns, CBS News investigation finds
Shady surrogacy practices in the U.S. are raising concerns around mother-child safety and industry regulation, a CBS News investigation finds. Katrina Kaufman has more.
CBS News
Surrogacy industry safeguards in question after alarming patterns, CBS News investigation finds
Shady surrogacy practices in the U.S. are raising concerns around mother-child safety and industry regulation, a CBS News investigation finds. Katrina Kaufman has more.
cbsnews
Surrogacy industry safeguards in question after alarming patterns, CBS News investigation finds
Shady surrogacy practices in the U.S. are raising concerns around mother-child safety and industry regulation, a CBS News investigation finds. Katrina Kaufman has more.
CBS News
Trump's AI adviser pushes back on tech leaders' warnings and calls for AI regulation
President Trump's AI adviser David Sacks dismissed warnings and calls for more AI regulation in an exclusive interview with CBS News' Jo Ling Kent. "First and foremost, it is on them to make their products safe," Sacks said, referring to Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and other AI leaders.
The New York Times
Alex Bores Wants Democrats to Make AI Safety a 2028 Election Issue
Alex Bores, who lost a congressional primary contest that revolved around A.I. regulation, is trying to position himself at the center of the conversation for the next presidential election.
The New York Times
Alex Bores Wants Democrats to Make AI Safety a 2028 Election Issue
Alex Bores, who lost a congressional primary contest that revolved around A.I. regulation, is trying to position himself at the center of the conversation for the next presidential election.
ABC News
Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act
The technology industry is urgently warning about the potential harm of artificial intelligence, but political inaction in Washington poses a challenge
CBS News
Jeffries calls for immediate congressional action on artificial intelligence
On Capitol Hill, lawmakers returning from the summer recess are weighing in with differing views on how much government regulation on artificial intelligence is necessary. New York Times congressional correspondent Robert Jimison joins to discuss.
washingtontimes
John Thune wants a 'light touch' on AI regulation, expects to soon have a bipartisan bill
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is advocating for Congress to enact guardrails on advanced artificial intelligence but says lawmakers should have a "light touch."
CBS News
Understanding the potential risks of untamed AI
Several leaders of the artificial intelligence industry are calling for government regulation and a slowdown in development. Machine Intelligence Research Institute President Nate Soares joins "The Takeout" with his reaction. Then, CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins with President Trump's perspective.
CBS News
Anthropic co-founder says the governments should play a role in AI regulation
Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark is the latest tech leader to speak out about regulating AI. He told the BBC in an exclusive interview that the private companies should work with governments on policy. Washington Post reporter Gerrit De Vynck joins CBS News to discuss.
CBS News
Trump dismisses AI leaders' warnings, slams Anthropic CEO in social media post
President Trump downplayed recent warnings from leaders of major AI firms about tech regulation and development. In a post on Truth Social, he accused Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei of "pretending to be a 'perfect little angel.'" CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
ABC News
WATCH: Rep. Bill Foster calls on more AI regulation
Democratic congressman Bill Foster joins ABC News Live to discuss where Congress stands as calls for AI regulation grow.
The New York Times
Trump Rejects Talk of A.I. Regulation and Calls Out Anthropic’s CEO
The president again rejected calls to try to regulate the industry, even as some of its leaders are speaking more openly about the risks of rapidly developing artificial intelligence.
washingtontimes
J.D. Vance warns that Big Tech's plea for federal regulation may be a 'Trojan horse'
Vice President J.D. Vance on Monday raised pointed suspicions about the motives behind Big Tech's growing calls for federal regulation of artificial intelligence.