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DOJ Seizes Two AI-Generated Deepfake Nude Image Sites Under New TAKE IT DOWN Act
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DOJ Seizes Two AI-Generated Deepfake Nude Image Sites Under New TAKE IT DOWN Act

The U.S. Department of Justice seized CFAKE.com and SOCFAKE.com for hosting nonconsensual AI-generated nude deepfake content, marking a notable enforcement under the TAKE IT DOWN Act.

Trump DOJ Faces Accusations of Political Interference in Paramount-Warner Media Merger Approval
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Trump DOJ Faces Accusations of Political Interference in Paramount-Warner Media Merger Approval

A report reveals that the Trump administration pressured antitrust staff to approve a major media merger, sparking widespread criticism of corruption and political interference.

Gavin Newsom Claims DOJ Investigation of Him and His Wife Is Driven by Trump’s Political Motives
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Gavin Newsom Claims DOJ Investigation of Him and His Wife Is Driven by Trump’s Political Motives

Governor Gavin Newsom alleges the Justice Department, under President Trump’s influence, is conducting an unfounded probe targeting him and his wife as part of a politically charged campaign.

Anthropic Admits to Concealed Safety Measures in Claude Fable 5 AI Model
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Anthropic Admits to Concealed Safety Measures in Claude Fable 5 AI Model

Anthropic revealed it had embedded undisclosed guardrails in Claude Fable 5 that redirected sensitive queries, sparking concerns over transparency and AI benchmarking.

Tech Billionaires Propose Income Measures to Ease AI’s Impact on Jobs
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Tech Billionaires Propose Income Measures to Ease AI’s Impact on Jobs

Leading tech figures are backing new income support ideas as AI-driven automation raises concerns about widespread job loss and economic insecurity.

DOJ Finds UC Davis Medical School Used Race Proxies in Admissions Process
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DOJ Finds UC Davis Medical School Used Race Proxies in Admissions Process

The Department of Justice concluded that UC Davis School of Medicine violated federal law by using socioeconomic factors as racial proxies in admissions, following a six-month investigation.

OpenAI Identifies Chinese Propaganda Efforts Targeting U.S. AI and Trade Debates
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OpenAI Identifies Chinese Propaganda Efforts Targeting U.S. AI and Trade Debates

OpenAI reported that Chinese propagandists have used its AI platform to fuel dissent over U.S. tariffs and data center controversies, highlighting AI’s role in digital influence campaigns.

Anthropic Calls for Federal AI Safety Mandates While Preserving State Regulations
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Anthropic Calls for Federal AI Safety Mandates While Preserving State Regulations

Anthropic urges Congress to maintain existing state AI laws and require mandatory, independent safety testing before new AI models can be released.

Federal Judge Warns DOJ Against Reviving Controversial Trump-Era Fund
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Federal Judge Warns DOJ Against Reviving Controversial Trump-Era Fund

A federal judge warned the Department of Justice not to restart President Trump’s contested “Anti-Weaponization” fund, urging transparency amid ongoing legal scrutiny.

Anthropic CEO warns AI could cause lasting job losses and urges wealth redistribution
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Anthropic CEO warns AI could cause lasting job losses and urges wealth redistribution

Anthropic’s CEO highlights that significant job displacement may be an inherent effect of AI development and calls for policies to slow impact and share economic gains.

DOJ Halts ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund but Legal Battles Continue in Federal Court
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DOJ Halts ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund but Legal Battles Continue in Federal Court

Despite the Department of Justice’s public withdrawal from the disputed fund, federal courts remain engaged in ongoing lawsuits challenging its legality and potential misuse.

Federal Authorities Announce Surrender in Feeding Our Future Fraud Investigation
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Federal Authorities Announce Surrender in Feeding Our Future Fraud Investigation

A suspect linked to the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme has surrendered as federal officials hold a press conference to underline continuing anti-fraud efforts.