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Huawei has been secretly funding research in America after being blacklisted
Huawei has been secretly funding research in America after being blacklisted. The company has been funneling money through a Washington-based foundation and a research competition at universities.
Engadget Podcast: Why TikTok will never be the same again
Biden passed the TikTok divestment bill -- now what?
The White House wants a zero-emission freight industry by 2040
The Biden administration is tackling the monumental task of making America’s industrial freight system more environmentally friendly. The White House said on Wednesday that it aims to have 30 percent of industrial truck sales produce zero emissions by 2030 and 100 percent by 2040.
The White House tells NASA to create a new time zone for the Moon
On Tuesday, The White House published a policy memo directing NASA to create a new time standard for the Moon by 2026. Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC) will establish an official time reference to help guide future lunar missions.
Google, Apple, Meta and other huge tech companies join US consortium to advance responsible AI
Some of the world’s biggest tech companies, including Meta and Apple, have joined the US AI Safety Institute Consortium. This entity is tasked with carrying out actions outlined in Biden’s recent AI-focused executive order.
Sweeping White House executive order takes aim at AI's toughest challenges
The Biden White House unveiled its ambitious next steps to guide national AI development on Monday backed by "the force of law."
Biden administration designates 31 new 'tech hubs' to encourage innovation
The Biden administration has chosen 31 regional tech hubs from 370 applicants. These hubs are located throughout the country and various territories and each one is eligible for federal funding, via the CHIPS Act, to help spur innovation and encourage job growth.
Biden administration announces first recipients of $7 billion hydrogen hub program
The Biden White House will deliver $7 billion in funding for seven regional “hydrogen hubs” that will work to produce more than three million metric tons of clean hydrogen per year.
The EPA won't force water utilities to inspect their cyber defenses
The EPA is withdrawing its call to set regulations in place that would have required states to assess the cybersecurity and integrity of public water system programs.
China plans $40 billion fund for its chip industry
It follows continued trade sanctions from the US.
The EU Chips Act just received its final approval
Leaders hope to rely less on foreign actors for chip manufacturing and distribution.
Judge blocks federal officials from contacting tech companies
A judge has blocked the Biden administration and other federal officials from communicating with social media companies in a case that could have far-reaching consequences for the country.
Ford secures $9.2 billion loan from US Department of Energy to build EV battery factories
It's the biggest loan yet from the US Department of Energy's Loan Program Office.
Biden administration announces $930 million in grants to expand rural internet access
The Biden administration awarded $930 million in grants for telecom companies to build fiber networks in rural communities across 35 states and Puerto Rico.
White House reveals its next steps toward 'responsible' AI development
The Biden Administration wants you! To provide feedback about this whole artificial intelligence issue.
Beijing bans Chinese companies from using Micron chips in critical infrastructure
China’s cybersecurity regulator has banned Chinese firms from buying chips from US memory manufacturer Micron.
UK competition watchdog opens review into AI models
The US also announced new AI supervisions today.
The White House is examining how companies use AI to monitor workers
The White House will publish a blog post later today that invites American workers to share how automated tools are being used in their workplaces.
The Environmental Protection Agency proposes stricter vehicle emission rules
New guidelines could reduce the amount of carbon dioxide emissions.
Biden says it 'remains to be seen' if AI is dangerous
The president has met up with his science and technology advisors, which include academics and executives from Google and Microsoft, to discuss the "risks and opportunities" of artificial intelligence.