Technology Policy

Trump Signs Executive Order to Oversee Frontier AI Technologies

Trump Signs Executive Order to Oversee Frontier AI Technologies

President Trump's executive order grants federal agencies authority to assess advanced AI models before public release, impacting tech giants like Apple.

June 4, 2026
D-Wave Quantum Signs $100 Million CHIPS Act Funding Letter of Intent to Boost U.S. Quantum Computing Leadership

D-Wave Quantum Signs $100 Million CHIPS Act Funding Letter of Intent to Boost U.S. Quantum Computing Leadership

D-Wave Quantum Inc. has signed a Letter of Intent for $100 million in proposed CHIPS and Science Act funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce, signaling government backing for its quantum technologies and potential to accelerate domestic quantum innovation.

May 22, 2026
US Government to Test AI Models from xAI, Google, and Microsoft for Safety Before Public Release

US Government to Test AI Models from xAI, Google, and Microsoft for Safety Before Public Release

The U.S. Department of Commerce will safety-test new AI models from xAI, Google, and Microsoft before they become publicly accessible, marking a significant step in AI regulation.

May 7, 2026
AI Pioneer Calls for Uniform Global Regulation as Technology Outpaces Oversight

AI Pioneer Calls for Uniform Global Regulation as Technology Outpaces Oversight

A leading AI expert urges uniform global regulation to prevent fragmented oversight, as rapid AI development poses risks to society.

April 28, 2026
Elon Musk’s xAI Secures Pentagon Contract for 'Grok for Government' AI Tool

Elon Musk’s xAI Secures Pentagon Contract for 'Grok for Government' AI Tool

Elon Musk's xAI has secured a contract with the U.S. Department of Defense for its 'Grok for Government' AI tool, marking a significant step in the integration of AI technologies within government operations.

July 18, 2025
National Press Club to Host 3rd Annual AI Week Event Focusing on Governance and Investment

National Press Club to Host 3rd Annual AI Week Event Focusing on Governance and Investment

The 3rd Annual AI Week event at the National Press Club will explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, governance, and capital, highlighting its significance for future innovation and investment.

June 23, 2025