Governance

Regulations, rules, standards, and policy.

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October 25, 20262 min read

Pennsylvania Enacts Disclosure Requirements for AI-Generated Advertising

Pennsylvania has enacted a law requiring disclosures on certain AI-generated or substantially modified advertisements. Its reach extends to ads created outside the state, while exceptions and language about misleading consumer perceptions leave questions about its scope.

By AI News Daily · Source: The Verge

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October 25, 20262 min read

US Treasury Proposes Wider Outbound Tech Investment Curbs as China Objects

The U.S. Treasury has proposed expanding outbound technology investment restrictions, including adding biotechnology to the program. China objected and warned of possible countermeasures, while the proposal awaits public comment before a final rule.

By AI News Daily · Source: Federal Register (AI and super intelligence)

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October 24, 20262 min read

Virginia orders statewide cybersecurity plan focused on AI threats

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has ordered a statewide cybersecurity plan and established a cross-sector consortium to prepare for AI-related threats. The directive follows disclosures of unintended AI-agent activity on government websites.

By AI News Daily · Source: StateScoop

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October 21, 20262 min read

DHS Orders Federal Civilian Agencies to Remove DeepSeek Technology

DHS has ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek technology and halt related purchases, including third-party products built using it. The directive cites potential data-access and cybersecurity risks and excludes the Defense Department.

By AI News Daily · Source: ExecutiveGov

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October 19, 20262 min read

DHS Orders Federal Civilian Agencies to Remove DeepSeek Technology

DHS has ordered federal civilian agencies to remove DeepSeek products and third-party services using its models. The action also excludes the Chinese AI developer from federal contracts, citing cybersecurity and data-security concerns.

By AI News Daily · Source: POLITICO – Tech (US)

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October 19, 20262 min read

Anthropic draft AI bill sets high threshold for government model bans

Anthropic’s proposed federal AI safety framework would require independent evaluations but limit court-ordered model bans to specified imminent threats exceeding $1 billion in damage or affecting more than 50 lives.

By AI News Daily · Source: PC Gamer

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October 19, 20262 min read

China Proposes Tighter Export Controls on AI and Other Key Technologies

China has proposed export controls on 40 technologies, including 23 AI-related areas, with outright bans for some transfers and approval requirements for others. AI service access would remain exempt, but intellectual property sales and licensing would be covered.

By AI News Daily · Source: The Brussels Times

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October 19, 20262 min read

UK Regulator Proposes Enhanced Oversight of Microsoft Business Software and AI

Britain’s competition regulator has proposed strategic market status for Microsoft’s business software operations, opening the possibility of targeted requirements covering switching, interoperability and AI competition. A final decision is expected in February 2027.

By AI News Daily · Source: PYMNTS.com