Michael Kratsios, the White House’s AI strategy leader, provided limited information to Congress on the planned national AI framework designed to preempt state laws. Lawmakers expressed concerns about balancing federal and state roles in AI regulation, emphasizing collaboration to protect innovation and citizen safety.
During a House Science Committee hearing, Michael Kratsios discussed the Trump administration’s national AI framework designed to address conflicting state regulations that may hinder innovation. Lawmakers expressed skepticism about the federal preemption of state laws and raised concerns about the expanded partnership with Elon Musk’s xAI, highlighting risks associated with AI technologies.
This article explores the complexities of applying Section 230 to AI-driven platforms, focusing on issues of accountability for AI-generated content, recent legislative changes, and scholarly debates on the topic.
OpenAI supports a California ballot measure focused on enhancing youth AI safety. The initiative introduces new requirements for parental controls, age assurance, and child-safety audits, aiming to protect children as AI tools become more accessible.
In 2026, companies must transition AI from pilots to production to remain competitive, focusing on real-time autonomy and embedded intelligence. The year will reward those who treat AI as essential infrastructure by investing in governance, ecosystems, and workforce capabilities.
The U.S. government increasingly favors contractors with advanced AI capabilities, enhancing efficiency and reducing risks in project management. Firms effectively leveraging AI can deliver greater value to federal agencies, improving their competitiveness for contract awards.
In 2026, healthcare systems plan to expand the use of artificial intelligence to automate tasks and reduce costs amidst financial pressures and evolving regulations. Increased funding, mergers, and competition from electronic health record vendors will reshape the AI healthcare landscape.
CCI chair Ravneet Kaur highlights the importance of AI audits for companies to ensure adherence to fair market conduct rules and mitigate risks such as algorithmic collusion and price discrimination.
A leading House lawmaker is working to codify the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI) into law through the proposed “Great American AI Act,” aiming to ensure continuity in federal AI oversight and establish standards for AI evaluation.
A recent series of agreements involving AI-generated music highlight ongoing legal issues related to copyright, with artists claiming their work is used without authorization. The Klay transactions and new EU regulations aim to balance proper compensation for creators with transparency and compliance in AI music generation.