Us Policy

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses the U.S.-China AI dialogue, calls for an AI development slowdown, and the administration's stance against providing AI leaders a liability shield. Viewers gain insight into AI regulation, global competition, and the policy landscape shaping the AI industry.

AI Policy • CNBC Television

The Pentagon stated that overreliance on AI systems contributed to a missile strike on a school in Iran, underscoring critical accountability gaps in autonomous military operations. The admission highlights increasing pressure to establish strict human oversight protocols before deploying algorithmic decision-making in defense contexts.

AI Governance • Hacker News

Chinese President Xi Jinping said at a White House summit that the US and China, as leading AI nations, have the capability and responsibility to develop and manage AI for good. The remarks signal continued high-level engagement between the two countries on AI governance despite broader tensions.

AI Policy • Techmeme

The NSA told lawmakers it is spending billions this year to test AI models, according to sources cited by The Washington Sun. The report also estimated that proposals for a US AI regulatory body would cost $20 million to $40 million per year.

AI Policy • Techmeme

Experts say the Trump administration's focus on winning an 'AI race' with China may deter Beijing from sharing safety intelligence with Washington. The dynamic could undermine international cooperation on AI risk.

AI Policy • Ars Technica