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SCI & TECHSep 15Jeffries calls for immediate congressional action on artificial intelligenceOn Capitol Hill, lawmakers returning from the summer recess are weighing in with differing views on how much government regulation on artificial intelligence is necessary. New York Times congressional correspondent Robert Jimison joins to discuss.CBS News
SCI & TECHSep 14Top Trump AI adviser says if China wins AI race, U.S. "will not be the number one country" anymoreOver the weekend, four of America's top tech leaders, including Elon Musk, agreed that AI's development should slow down and called for government standards. President Trump dismissed their calls, and in a CBS News exclusive, one of the president's top AI advisers, David Sacks, reacted. Jo Ling Kent reports.CBS News
SCI & TECHSep 14Sen. Kennedy readies AI ‘kill switch’ billThe Louisiana Republican said he intends to introduce the legislation under unanimous consent Wednesday.Politico Tech
SCI & TECHSep 14Trump calls fears that AI could destroy humanity a "hoax"Trump dismisses fears about AI, calling them a "sick conspiracy," while tech leaders advocate for regulating its development. Microsoft proposes a code of conduct for AI, seeking to maintain human control. The Nasdaq closes with a slight drop, reflecting uncertainty.Clarín
SCI & TECHSep 14Washington and Beijing agree for once: AI should not be stoppedLas principales voces de la industria piden más regulación pero tanto los gobiernos de China como de EEUU ven en la tecnología la herramienta perfecta para dominar la escena geopolítica LeerEl Mundo
SCI & TECHSep 14Cattle ranching without fences: how the system that is revolutionizing the fields of the United States worksA producer from the state of Kansas explained the details of a system that allows him to make better use of pasture with fewer human resources. Management is done from a cell phone.Clarín
SCI & TECHSep 14SA Asks: How can the U.S. government realistically regulate AI safety?This article asks how the U.S. government can realistically regulate AI safety. It highlights an ongoing debate about governing emerging technologies.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHSep 14An Armadillo Arrives in … Ohio?Traditionally found in warm climates, like the American Southwest, armadillos have been migrating farther and farther north, researchers say.NYT US
SCI & TECHSep 14Opinion: Mexico is AI’s secret weaponThe “democratic coalition” that Anthropic's CEO calls for doesn’t need inventing. It needs to be deepened — starting with the country that shares 2,000 miles of border with the United States, writes CEO of AmCham Pedro Casas. The post Opinion: Mexico is AI’s secret weapon appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
SCI & TECHSep 14Waymo adds Las Vegas to expanding US robotaxi networkWaymo is expanding its robotaxi network by adding services in Las Vegas. This signifies the continued growth and deployment of autonomous vehicle technology in new urban areas.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHSep 14U.S. vs. China: Who takes top AI spot as both nations refuse to slow down?The United States and China are competing for global leadership in artificial intelligence development. Both nations are continuing their advancements without showing signs of slowing down in this critical technological race.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHSep 14AI-Related Jobs Are Growing in the US“"The Economist tracked five industries at the heart of the data-centre build-out, from electrical contracting to equipment manufacturing. Since 2023 employment in them has risen by roughly 320,000 more than broader construction and manufacturing trends would suggest. The Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS) expects utilities to be the fastest-growing big sector between now and 2035… […] The post AI-Related Jobs Are Growing in the US appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
SCI & TECHSep 14Trump dismisses AI concerns, says US has tools to keep it safeUS President Donald Trump downplayed growing concerns about artificial intelligence on Monday, claiming America already has guardrails to regulate the industry and warning that casting doubt on development only benefits China. “The only control or ‘guardrails’ ‌that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT, and the U.S.A. has that, in spades!” Trump wrote on social media. “We already have tremendous CRIMINAL and REGULATORY power over these ⁠companies! There is a SICK conspiracy going...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECHSep 14Soluna secures ERCOT base load status for 100 MW AI data centerSoluna has secured ERCOT base load status for its 100 MW AI data center, signifying a significant development in energy provision for artificial intelligence infrastructure. This achievement highlights the growing integration of AI with large-scale power demands.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECHSep 14Trump criticises 'negative forces' seeking to slow AI developmentUS President Donald Trump on Sunday slammed critics of artificial intelligence (AI) who warned firms to slow down development, branding them "negative" forces. The comments came soon after OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced his company will not go public this year, citing safety concerns.France 24 [en]
SCI & TECHSep 14Why are tech oligarchs willing to risk the apocalypse?La extraña nueva teología de Silicon Valley.Clarín
SCI & TECHSep 14China dismisses AI slowdown calls and blasts ‘fearmongering’ from U.S. tech leadersUrgent calls for a slowdown in the development of artificial intelligence may cite a grave threat to humanity, but China says the warnings are instead aimed at slowing its progress as America’s rival superpower.NBC News
SCI & TECHSep 13Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk call to slow down AI while Washington disengagesLos responsables de la IA más avanzada coinciden por primera vez en ralentizar el desarrollo tras un incidente en el que un enjambre de agentes de OpenAI atacó sistemas ajenos por su cuenta. La Casa Blanca y el Congreso rechazan intervenir LeerEl Mundo
SCI & TECHSep 13In 2020, Phoenix covered 36 miles of roads to combat extreme heat; surfaces cooled 12°F at midday, but heat exposure for pedestrians increased 5.5°FThe city applied a reflective coating on about 58 kilometers of streets to reduce asphalt heating during extreme temperature days. A study found a paradox: the pavement cooled considerably, but radiation increased the heat load experienced by pedestrians.Clarín
SCI & TECHSep 13Washington scrambles to meet calls for AI guardrails while the window to act closesThe House is scheduled to be sent home in the coming days until after November's midterm elections, leaving a narrow window to pass any form of AI regulation.CNBC
SCI & TECHSep 13Trump downplays AI risks after dire expert warnings and calls to slow development downThe US president said "negative forces" were airing concerns about "things that won't happen".BBC World
SCI & TECHSep 13Trump criticizes "negative forces" that want to slow down AIThe US president criticized voices calling for a halt to AI, amid growing warnings about its potential risks. A former AI researcher warns about the danger of self-improving models, while industry leaders call for moderating its development.Clarín
SCI & TECHSep 13She is 13 years old and created a biodegradable coating with citrus peels to help restore damaged forestsKaia Minn, a student from Massachusetts, developed capsules to protect seeds during germination. Her project utilizes food waste and aims to facilitate reforestation after fires and other natural disasters.Clarín
SCI & TECHSep 13Why India’s schools should take note of New York’s AI banSuch a change can create better outcomes in schools. But it will only solve one part of the problem — devices in schoolsThe Hindu