#policy

#policy

OpenAI is considering allowing NSFW content like porn through its AI models despite current policies prohibiting explicit materials. [ more ]

The AI Index report offers comprehensive data on AI trends for various stakeholders. [ more ]

Meta unveils a new policy to address concerns about AI-generated content.

The policy includes labeling AI-generated images and collaborating with industry peers to establish standards. [ more ]

There is a growing wave of attention towards the cryptocurrency industry in relation to elections. [ more ]

Bitcoin as a bastion of freedom

Importance of educating policymakers on Bitcoin [ more ]

The Energy Information Administration (EIA) will survey the electricity use of selected U.S.-based miners over the next six months.

There are concerns that the collected data will be used to inform potentially harmful policies to the mining industry. [ more ]

The podcast 'Good on Paper' challenges conventional wisdom in policy and politics by examining ideas that don't always match real-world outcomes. [ more ]

The University of Amsterdam's Institute for Information Law is hosting an annual Summer Course on Privacy Law and Policy on 1 July. [ more ]

Tensions rise as Ireland proposes returning asylum seekers to the UK amidst increasing numbers crossing into Ireland from the UK. [ more ]

Pressure rises on Bytedance to divest due to new TikTok ban cleared by Congress and approved by the White House. [ more ]

Discussion on TikTok ban and Karrueche Tran's OnlyFans announcement.

Conversation with Ashley Gold and Lanny Smith about tech, fashion, and social media responses. [ more ]

Issues between City Council and Mayor's office escalating over new request form for meetings.

City Council Speaker instructs members to ignore the form, citing hindrance to governance. [ more ]

Former Rep. Ken Buck disputes Rep. Kevin McCarthy's view of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene as a serious legislator.

Buck highlights Greene's history of controversial actions, including filing impeachment articles against President Biden and opposing aid to Ukraine. [ more ]

The surge in unauthorized migrants will lead to 1.7 million more workers in 2024

Immigration will help the U.S. economy grow by about $7 trillion over the next decade. [ more ]

The Los Angeles school board passed a policy that limits when charter schools can operate on district-owned campuses

Charter advocates threatened to sue over the new restrictions [ more ]

Miami-Dade County School Board sets aside time monthly to discuss individual board members' proposed items called H items.

Out of the 124 H items proposed in Miami-Dade County, only 13 were directly related to classroom changes that would impact students. [ more ]

Keir Starmer criticized Jeremy Corbyn and praised business leaders at a conference.

Labour has announced policies to align with business, including capping corporation tax at 25% and not reinstating the cap on bankers' bonuses. [ more ]

James Cleverly announces changes to Britain's legal migration system to bring down net migration.

Minimum salary requirement for skilled workers from overseas to be increased to around £38,000. [ more ]

Candidates in the District 9 supervisorial race answer questions on policy and ideology.

Candidates highlight their life experiences as qualifications for the position. [ more ]

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine's proposed rules could restrict access to gender-affirming care for transgender individuals in Ohio.

Transgender advocates fear these restrictions will leave thousands of adults without necessary treatment and facing health risks. [ more ]

The Labour Party has sent its election candidates a 'campaigning bible' to win back those who have lost faith in the party.

The document is divided into five policy areas, with campaign slogans aimed at delivering key messages. [ more ]

Chicago will begin issuing 60-day notices for migrants to vacate city-run shelters.

The new policy comes after months of pressure to rein in spending on shelters. [ more ]

Amazon employees who do not work from the office at least three times a week will be blocked from promotions.

The company implemented a policy earlier this year requiring workers to report to work three days a week, and exceptions will be made for customer support roles and salespeople.

Many employees resisted the policy, but CEO Andy Jassy stated that those who cannot "disagree and commit" to the new policy may not be a good fit at Amazon. [ more ]