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#ai-regulation

Why Marc Andreessen was 'very scared' after meeting with the Biden administration about AI | TechCrunch

Marc Andreessen expressed deep concerns over government control of AI following alarming meetings with officials, leading him to endorse Trump.

Education will be key to good AI regulation: A view from the USA | Computer Weekly

Government regulation and control of AI technology, progress in Congress may face challenges.

Why Marc Andreessen was 'very scared' after meeting with the Biden administration about AI | TechCrunch

Marc Andreessen expressed deep concerns over government control of AI following alarming meetings with officials, leading him to endorse Trump.

Education will be key to good AI regulation: A view from the USA | Computer Weekly

Government regulation and control of AI technology, progress in Congress may face challenges.
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The TechBeat: Why AI-Powered Image Hosting APIs Are Essential for Modern Businesses (12/1/2024) | HackerNoon

Digital surveillance is used by governments to suppress activism by exploiting public resignation towards privacy concerns.

Trump wants the power to single-handedly choke off government spending. Lawmakers aren't sweating it yet.

Trump seeks to challenge laws restricting presidential spending power to unilaterally control federal funds.
#china

China's Proposed Nationwide Digital ID System Stokes Fears of Government Overreach

China's plan for a nationwide digital ID system criticized for potential control of online expressions.

China Wants to Start a National Internet ID System

Websites in China may adopt a national internet ID system controlled by the government for user verification, citing privacy protection and anti-fraud measures.

Beijing appears to be demanding that Chinese AI models have 'socialist values'

China increasing AI scrutiny could hinder AI development and commercialization.

A string of deadly attacks by seemingly ordinary people is rocking China

China is facing a troubling wave of deadly attacks by ordinary citizens, reflecting social pressures and challenges to government control.

At Tiananmen Square, tight security with metal detectors reflects a changing China

The visit to Tiananmen Square reveals the intricate balance of power, security, and freedom of expression in contemporary China.

Apple pulls WhatsApp and Threads from China's app store

Apple removed WhatsApp and Threads from the China App Store due to government orders, showing compliance with local laws.

China's Proposed Nationwide Digital ID System Stokes Fears of Government Overreach

China's plan for a nationwide digital ID system criticized for potential control of online expressions.

China Wants to Start a National Internet ID System

Websites in China may adopt a national internet ID system controlled by the government for user verification, citing privacy protection and anti-fraud measures.

Beijing appears to be demanding that Chinese AI models have 'socialist values'

China increasing AI scrutiny could hinder AI development and commercialization.

A string of deadly attacks by seemingly ordinary people is rocking China

China is facing a troubling wave of deadly attacks by ordinary citizens, reflecting social pressures and challenges to government control.

At Tiananmen Square, tight security with metal detectors reflects a changing China

The visit to Tiananmen Square reveals the intricate balance of power, security, and freedom of expression in contemporary China.

Apple pulls WhatsApp and Threads from China's app store

Apple removed WhatsApp and Threads from the China App Store due to government orders, showing compliance with local laws.
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#fiscal-policy

Can Rachel Reeves use her defining Budget to escape UK's 'doom loop'?

The upcoming Labour Budget will be pivotal in defining the government's priorities and approach to public services amidst financial constraints.

Fatal Flaws in Modern Monetary Theory

MMT is gaining attention but criticized for basic concept confusion and potential economic risks.

Can Rachel Reeves use her defining Budget to escape UK's 'doom loop'?

The upcoming Labour Budget will be pivotal in defining the government's priorities and approach to public services amidst financial constraints.

Fatal Flaws in Modern Monetary Theory

MMT is gaining attention but criticized for basic concept confusion and potential economic risks.
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#social-media

The Battle Over Who Controls the Internet

Governments are increasingly asserting control over tech companies, particularly in regulating online content and responding to disinformation.
Musk's social network faced government action in Brazil, revealing tensions between freedom of speech and regulatory compliance.

Russia throttles YouTube, popular with kids, celebrities and dissidents

Russians are losing access to YouTube, impacting the flow of independent information amidst increased government control over social media.

The Battle Over Who Controls the Internet

Governments are increasingly asserting control over tech companies, particularly in regulating online content and responding to disinformation.
Musk's social network faced government action in Brazil, revealing tensions between freedom of speech and regulatory compliance.

Russia throttles YouTube, popular with kids, celebrities and dissidents

Russians are losing access to YouTube, impacting the flow of independent information amidst increased government control over social media.
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#economic-policy

Democrats' new definition of 'freedom' is all about bigger government

Democrats are redefining 'freedom' to encompass increased government control over personal and economic choices.

Kamala's price-gouging backtrack is blatant gaslighting

Kamala Harris is narrowing her plan to ban price gouging, now focusing it only on emergency situations, following backlash from the media.

Democrats' new definition of 'freedom' is all about bigger government

Democrats are redefining 'freedom' to encompass increased government control over personal and economic choices.

Kamala's price-gouging backtrack is blatant gaslighting

Kamala Harris is narrowing her plan to ban price gouging, now focusing it only on emergency situations, following backlash from the media.
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Is This Even Legal?!' Critics Slam Kamala Harris Over Vow to Snatch' Patents After Resurfaced Vid Goes Viral

Vice President Kamala Harris proposed seizing drug patents to lower costs, prompting significant backlash from critics labeling her a dictator.

Maduro perdio las elecciones segun actas recopiladas por la oposicion

Edmundo Gonzalez allegedly won by millions of votes over Maduro on July 28, based on an analysis of electoral records.

Slovak Prime Minister Leaves Hospital 2 Weeks After Assassination Attempt

Prime Minister Robert Fico of Slovakia released from hospital following assassination attempt, returning to Bratislava to resume treatment and potentially regain control of government amid accusations of eroding democracy.

Group representing immigration judges told to get approval before speaking publicly

Group representing immigration judges now require DOJ approval to speak publicly and write articles.
Ban imposed on National Association of Immigration Judges by DOJ directive due to loss of union recognition.

From shadow bans to privacy laws: how the internet has become less free-by stealth

The internet can both empower and harm individuals and groups.
Governments worldwide are increasingly controlling online expression through new legislation and tactics.

How India's internet shutdowns are disrupting its economyand creating fertile ground for misinformation

The Digital India campaign aimed to establish India as a digital superpower
India has become a world leader in shutting down the internet for various reasons

Unregulated, Exploitative, and on the Rise: Vera Institute's Report on Electronic Monitoring

Incarceration rates in the US remain high
Electronic Monitoring (EM) may not be an effective alternative to detention

Starmer says Tories have lost control' in heated PMQs clash: Britain is breaking'

Sir Keir Starmer accuses government of losing control
Rishi Sunak denies claims and emphasizes commitment to stopping boats

India's Food-Security Problem Is the World's, Too

India's tightly controlled agricultural market leaves food production vulnerable to climate change
Fixing the problem is difficult due to politics
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#Skepticism of #DigitalCurrency Needs to Be Taken Seriously

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Opinion | Skepticism of Digital Currency Needs to Be Taken Seriously

Central banks are moving towards introducing digital forms of cash, but there is concern that it could lead to government control and surveillance.
Some individuals and politicians fear that a digital currency would replace paper money and give governments the ability to track and control spending.

Opinion | Skepticism of Digital Currency Needs to Be Taken Seriously

Central banks are moving towards introducing digital forms of cash, but there is concern that it could lead to government control and surveillance.
Some individuals and politicians fear that a digital currency would replace paper money and give governments the ability to track and control spending.

Navarro Receives Minute-Long Standing Ovation After RNC Speech

Peter Navarro speaks against political prosecutions and emphasizes the need to control the government.

With His Immigration Policy, Biden Capitulates to the Right's Racist Agenda

Fearmongering over immigration has been a consistent strategy for U.S. politicians, leading to harsh policies and scapegoating migrants.

What is a sovereign cloud?

Sovereign cloud is a concept beyond data sovereignty, allowing governments to have control over national cloud environments.

Zelenskiy In Berlin For Conference On Rebuilding Ukraine After War

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