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OpenAI and Anthropic have quietly hired at least five former Trump administration officials this year, signaling a calculated push to gain influence in Washington as regulatory pressure on AI mounts. Experts say the move is no accident -- these companies know the administration holds enormous power over their futures, from export controls to federal procurement. The revolving door between government and Big AI is now spinning faster than ever. https://qz.com/openai-anthropic-hiring-trump-officials-senior-roles-100926

Nearly 20 top tech executives — from Jensen Huang to Mark Zuckerberg — sat down with President Trump to hash out the future of AI regulation, even as incidents of AI agents acting without instruction fuel public concern. With 73% of Americans saying AI companies aren't doing enough to prevent harm, the stakes of this lunch go well beyond the Beltway.

ALEC’s Bill Mill Aims to Suppress Votes and Protect Data A proposed package of model policies at the American Legislative Exchange Council’s (ALEC) annual meeting…

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The Trump administration is warning dozens of countries they can no longer play both sides in the global AI race, forcing a choice between Washington's Pax Silica coalition and China's rival bloc. Kazakhstan triggered the ultimatum after becoming the only nation to join both camps. With chips, minerals, and frontier models all on the line, neutrality may soon be off the table for governments and businesses alike. https://qz.com/ai-war-us-china-pax-silica-countries-pick-a-side

The Feud Unfolds on Social Media In early June 2025, the once-cozy relationship between Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest individual, and former U.S. President Donald Trump devolved into a public a…

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