At least four Republican senators, including Marsha Blackburn and Josh Hawley, have reservations about banning state AI regulation, which is a top priority for big tech companies like Meta Platforms Inc. and venture capital firms such as Andreessen Horowitz. The ban, proposed by the Trump administration, would block states from enforcing AI laws for 10 years, but Republican opponents are using unified Democratic opposition to the tax bill to gain leverage in negotiations.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/artificial-intelligence/ai-titans-struggle-to-use-rising-clout-to-block-state-regulationApple is reportedly considering acquiring Perplexity AI, a company that specializes in natural language processing and search technology. The acquisition would allow Apple to develop an AI-powered search alternative to its existing search engine. This move comes as the tech giant looks to expand its presence in the AI market.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/tech-news/apple-weighs-perplexity-ai-acquisition-eyes-ai-powered-search-alternative-report-11750685321304.htmlBforeAI, a cybersecurity company co-founded by Luigi Lenguito, has been selected as the only cybersecurity company among this year's Technology Pioneers by the World Economic Forum. BforeAI's PreCrime platform uses behavioral predictive intelligence to monitor 98% of the internet and stay ahead of cyber threats by an average of 18 days, with a false positive rate of 0.05%. The company aims to preemptively safeguard data, IT/OT networks, digital assets, customers, employees, and brand reputation. Lenguito will attend global meetings and events hosted by the World Economic Forum as part of his role as Technology Pioneer.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bforeai-named-2025-technology-pioneer-by-the-world-economic-forum-302487223.htmlA new study by PYMNTS News highlights the growing concern over "black box" AI in B2B settings, where automation is increasingly being used to streamline back office processes. The lack of transparency and explainability in these systems is causing unease among business leaders, who are struggling to understand how decisions are made. For instance, a recent case involving a large corporation saw its AI-powered system incorrectly flagging a significant portion of its customer base as high-risk, leading to unnecessary financial penalties. Experts warn that without more research into Explainable AI (XAI), the risks associated with these systems will continue to mount, potentially harming businesses and their customers alike.
https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/black-box-ai-what-it-is-and-why-it-matters-to-businesses/China has unveiled its first parallel optical computing chip, "Meteor-1", which can meet AI's growing computational demands and unlock new applications. Developed by Chinese researchers, the chip achieves a peak computing power of 2,560 TOPS at 50GHz optical frequency, comparable to Nvidia's advanced GPUs.
https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3315496/light-us-sanctions-china-unveils-first-parallel-optical-computing-chip-meteor-1?module=top_story&pgtype=section#commentsCoalfire has become the first certification body accredited by ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) for the ISO/IEC 42001:2023 standard on Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS). This certification enables organizations to establish clear, ethical, and auditable AI oversight. Coalfire's new AIMS+ offering combines this certification with deep learning model testing, providing unmatched assurance in responsible AI deployment.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/coalfire-sets-the-bar-for-responsible-ai-unveiling-industrys-first-iso-42001-certification-and-comprehensive-model-testing-program-302487461.htmlGoldman Sachs has launched its AI Assistant, a generative AI-powered tool, across all employees globally, following an initial rollout to about 10,000 staff members. The tool is expected to boost productivity by automating tasks such as document summarization and content drafting, with thousands of employees already using it.
https://nypost.com/2025/06/23/business/goldman-sachs-launches-ai-tool-fueling-fears-it-could-hit-jobs/Google has introduced the AI-powered Chromebook Plus 14, a new laptop that features advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. The device is designed to provide users with a seamless and personalized computing experience. With its AI-powered processor, the Chromebook Plus 14 can learn user behavior and preferences over time, offering tailored suggestions and recommendations. This technology also enables the laptop to automatically update software and security patches, ensuring users have access to the latest features and protection.
https://www.livemint.com/technology/gadgets/google-introduces-ai-powered-chromebook-plus-14-features-specifications-and-more-11750696190800.htmlThe University of Hong Kong's president, Xiang Zhang, believes that embracing artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching is crucial for the sector to survive. He expects a significant shift in education over the next decade due to the "AI tsunami" and notes that universities can no longer just provide knowledge, but must also offer skills and training relevant to emerging technologies. To address this, HKU plans to establish a school of government and public policy to attract young leaders to Hong Kong, with Zhang seeing it as an opportunity to shape the next generation's skills and prepare them for the changing job market.
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