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New York City Public Schools prohibit AI use for students up to middle school starting this year
AI & Tech Regulation

New York City Public Schools prohibit AI use for students up to middle school starting this year

Starting this academic year, New York City Public Schools will ban artificial intelligence use for all students through middle school to address educational concerns.

New Battery Additive Promises to Reduce EV Heat Output by 40%
Energy & Climate

New Battery Additive Promises to Reduce EV Heat Output by 40%

An Oklahoma company advances commercial production of TENIX, an anti-aging additive designed to cut electric vehicle battery heat generation by nearly 40%, extending battery life.

Treasury Secretary Criticizes AI and Data Center Firms for Poor Public Communication
AI & Tech Regulation

Treasury Secretary Criticizes AI and Data Center Firms for Poor Public Communication

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged AI and data center companies to enhance their public messaging, calling their current communication efforts inadequate during a global finance meeting.

E.ON Next Reduces UK Overnight EV Charging Price to Lowest Major Supplier Rate
Energy & Climate

E.ON Next Reduces UK Overnight EV Charging Price to Lowest Major Supplier Rate

E.ON Next lowers its off-peak home electric vehicle charging tariff in the UK to 6.9 pence per kWh, offering the cheapest overnight rate among leading energy providers.

South Africa’s Carbon Offset Market Faces Transparency and Accountability Challenges
Energy & Climate

South Africa’s Carbon Offset Market Faces Transparency and Accountability Challenges

South Africa’s booming carbon offset market offers economic promises amid concerns about oversight, transparency, and true environmental impact.

Developing AI That Predicts User Intent Before Input
Big Tech

Developing AI That Predicts User Intent Before Input

Moulik Budhiraja is pioneering AI technology that anticipates user actions to offer proactive suggestions without waiting for prompts.

Congressman Peters Proposes Large-Scale Federal Carbon Removal System Amid Climate Debate
Energy & Climate

Congressman Peters Proposes Large-Scale Federal Carbon Removal System Amid Climate Debate

Congressman Scott Peters backs a bill for a federally funded carbon removal system, but environmental advocates express skepticism about its scope and impact.

NHRC Questions Meta’s AI Practices Over Alleged Promotion of Harmful Content
AI & Tech Regulation

NHRC Questions Meta’s AI Practices Over Alleged Promotion of Harmful Content

The National Human Rights Commission calls for detailed reports on Meta’s AI involvement in spreading alleged child sexual abuse material, urging government scrutiny.

Data Shortfalls in the Philippines Hinder AI Development, Warns World Bank
Trade & Tariffs

Data Shortfalls in the Philippines Hinder AI Development, Warns World Bank

The World Bank highlights the Philippines’ lack of reliable data as a major obstacle to AI innovation, urging improvements to unlock the country’s technological potential.

States Push Forward with AI Regulations Amid Growing Public Concern Despite Tech Lobby Opposition
AI & Tech Regulation

States Push Forward with AI Regulations Amid Growing Public Concern Despite Tech Lobby Opposition

Rising voter unease over artificial intelligence is driving state lawmakers to enact stricter AI rules, challenging Washington’s cautious approach and tech industry resistance.