As Florida prepares for its 2026 Legislative Session, AI regulation is a key focus, with Governor Ron DeSantis advocating greater oversight. However, existing laws provide a strong foundation for AI accountability, emphasizing addressing harm rather than the technology itself.
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing an appeal from Stephen Thaler arguing for copyright protection of AI-generated works amid ongoing legal and regulatory challenges. Meanwhile, OpenAI faces a lawsuit linking ChatGPT to a tragic incident, highlighting urgent needs for AI legal frameworks and safety standards.
European governments are over-regulating AI with a “regulate first, innovate later” approach that may stifle innovation and favor large firms over startups. Canada should avoid Europe’s mistakes to protect economic gains from AI advancements.
New Mexico’s Attorney General Raúl Torrez and Rep. Linda Serrato propose legislation to regulate AI content, focusing on deepfakes and harassment. The bill seeks accountability for AI creators, remedies for victims, and civil penalties for non-compliance.
The rush into generative AI is creating a new class of inefficiency known as AI sprawl, as organizations deploy multiple AI tools without proper coordination. To succeed, organizations must consolidate tools and establish governance to ensure AI operates within well-orchestrated workflows and trusted data flows.
During a recent House Committee hearing, lawmakers from both parties expressed concerns about AI regulation in K-12 education, highlighting risks like overreliance and data security. Democrats advocated for stronger safeguards, while Republicans cautioned against regulations that might stifle innovation.
The Grok Nudify controversy highlights the urgent need for international AI regulation, as Grok’s chatbot was misused for non-consensual image manipulation. This incident underscores the broader challenges of generative AI in producing harmful content and the necessity for enforceable guidelines to combat such digital harms.
On December 29, 2025, xAI filed a lawsuit against California’s Training Data Transparency Act, arguing it violates the U.S. Constitution by requiring public disclosure of trade secrets. The company claims the law undermines competitive advantage and constitutes an unconstitutional taking of proprietary data.
A new TCPA complaint alleges that OpenAI and Twilio may be liable for user-initiated robocalls and robotexts, potentially exposing them to significant financial risk. The lawsuit seeks class status for individuals who received marketing messages generated via OpenAI platforms without consent, highlighting legal concerns for AI voice and text technologies.
New York lawmakers are preparing to introduce new regulations on AI development and usage, building on the foundation of the RAISE Act. This effort aims to provide clearer guidelines, especially for AI applications in workplace settings, following a recent hearing with industry stakeholders.