TECH POLICY

Aug 10 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Internet's Double Standards on Sex and AI

The internet is going through a strange phase. On one hand, platforms are cracking down on adult content, making it harder for people to access or share it. On the other hand, a new AI tool called Grok Imagine lets users create explicit images and videos of anyone, including celebrities, for a small fee. This tool, launched by Elon Musk's xAI, has sparked controversy...

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Aug 06 2025POLITICS

Tech and Politics: A Clash of Titans

The tech world and politics used to be like ships passing in the night. They'd meet up, chat about rules, maybe exchange a few favors, and then go their separate ways. But those days are over. Now, they're locked in a high-stakes battle that's reshaping the world as we know it. This isn't just about rules and regulations anymore. It's about power, influence, and the...

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Jul 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

The End of Easy Cancellations: What Happened?

A recent decision by a federal appeals court has put an end to a rule that would have made it easier for people to cancel their subscriptions. This rule, created by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), was supposed to start next week. It would have required companies to let customers cancel subscriptions as easily as they signed up, whether it was a gym membership, Am...

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May 08 2025TECHNOLOGY

Trump's New Plan: Easing AI Chip Export Rules

The Trump administration has decided to change its approach to AI chip exports. It plans to replace a rule set by the Biden administration. This rule was supposed to limit the export of AI chips. It would have affected companies like Nvidia and AMD. The Biden rule was criticized for being too complicated. A US official said it was full of unnecessary rules. This mad...

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Jan 24 2025BUSINESS

Biotech Boss Asks Governor for Help in Uncertain Times

Chris Viehbacher, the CEO of Biogen, had a message for Governor Maura Healey at a recent event hosted by the Associated Industries of Massachusetts. He was worried about the changes happening in Washington and how they might affect his business. Viehbacher pointed out that his company faces lots of risks already, like deciding where to invest and what science to focu...

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Nov 05 2024POLITICS

Tech Policies of Trump and Harris: What's at Stake?

The upcoming U. S. election has stirred up a lot of debate around tech policies. Let's take a look at what presidential hopefuls Trump and Harris have planned for the tech world. The CHIPS Act, an initiative to bring chip production back to the U. S. , is a hot topic. The Harris campaign supports it, while Trump seems less enthusiastic. The crypto sector is another ...

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