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The Guardian — Tech · Jun 24, 2026 · International

‘You can’t make billions without hurting people’: Cory Doctorow on Elon Musk, the AI bubble and bosses’ cruel fantasies

Author Cory Doctorow, known for coining 'enshittification,' argues in his new book that AI will fail to deliver on its core promises while simultaneously serving as a tool for managerial control over workers — a dynamic he calls the 'reverse centaur,' where humans are subordinated to algorithmic systems rather than empowered by them.

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A Roadmap for Sensible AI Regulation

City Journal has published a piece outlining a proposed framework for regulating artificial intelligence, suggesting a structured approach to oversight that aims to balance innovation with accountability.

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War on the Rocks · Jun 24, 2026 · International

AI Agents and the Unseen Work of War

Armies run on more than what happens at the front. Behind every operation is a vast amount of coordination, administration, logistics, and judgment. Bill Pessin, senior vice president of national security at Salesforce and a former U.S. Army logistics officer, joins Jonathan to discuss how military organizations can use AI agents, what makes these tools different from ordinary software, and why safety and accountability matter when new technology enters national security work. They also discuss what Pessin learned early in his Army career about the gap between plans, systems, and the people w…

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AI Act: the countdown is on for businesses ahead of 2 August 2026

The EU AI Act's key compliance deadline of 2 August 2026 is approaching, giving businesses a fixed window to assess their AI systems, assign risk categories, and meet the law's requirements before enforcement begins.

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Brazos County adopts AI policy, emphasizing human oversight | Bryan - College Station

Brazos County, Texas has adopted a formal policy governing the use of artificial intelligence by county government, with human oversight as a central requirement. The policy sets guidelines for how county staff and operations may use AI tools.

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US Postal Service defends plan to require states to disclose mail voting lists

US Postal Service defends plan to require states to disclose mail voting lists Reuters

SCoR GM reviews safety, security protocols of AP railway network

SCoR GM reviews safety, security protocols of AP railway network The Hindu

Turkey detains 209 in anti-terror raids as security tightened ahead of NATO summit

Turkey detains 209 in anti-terror raids as security tightened ahead of NATO summit Reuters

EU diplomatic service proposes mission to train Lebanese forces, document shows

EU diplomatic service proposes mission to train Lebanese forces, document shows Reuters

Hindman examines AI ethics in play therapy practice

Hindman examines AI ethics in play therapy practice St. Bonaventure University

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New Jersey Court Rules State Must Disclose Facial Recognition Use in Criminal Cases

A New Jersey court has ruled that the state is required to disclose when facial recognition technology was used in a criminal case. The decision establishes a disclosure obligation that gives defendants notice of AI-assisted identification evidence used against them.

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‘AI literacy’ encouraged under CMSD’s newly passed artificial intelligence policy for students and staff

Cleveland Metropolitan School District has passed a new artificial intelligence policy aimed at building AI literacy among both students and staff. The policy encourages familiarity with AI tools as part of the district's broader approach to preparing its school community for an AI-shaped world.

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State AI regulation proposed in Missouri

The excerpt is too thin to work with responsibly — it contains only the headline repeated and a TV station callsign, with no factual content about what the proposal actually involves. Here is what I can produce honestly from that input: ```json { "summary": "Missouri has a proposed AI regulation

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ServiceNow (NOW) Expands AI Governance And Public Sector Reach With New Partnerships

ServiceNow has announced new partnerships aimed at expanding its AI governance capabilities and deepening its footprint in the public sector. The moves position the enterprise software company to play a larger role in how government agencies and regulated industries manage and oversee AI systems.

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EU AI Act Amended: Parliament Votes to Delay Key Deadlines

The European Parliament has voted to amend the EU AI Act, pushing back key compliance deadlines. The move gives companies and regulators more time before certain provisions of the landmark AI law take effect.

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NPR — Tech · Jun 23, 2026 · International

Is AI 'one big bubble'? Behind the tech sell-off

Investors have begun selling AI-related stocks as doubts grow about whether the enormous capital being poured into artificial intelligence will produce returns that justify the spending.

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DFW Airport is one of six airports testing this new facial recognition tech

Dallas-Fort Worth Airport is participating in a pilot program testing facial recognition technology alongside five other U.S. airports. The trial appears to be part of a broader effort to expand biometric screening at American air travel hubs.

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Netwrix Adds AI Governance Features for Hybrid Microsoft Environments

Netwrix has added AI governance features to its platform aimed at organizations running hybrid Microsoft environments. The update is designed to help IT and security teams manage data access and oversight as AI tools become more embedded in enterprise infrastructure.

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BBC — Tech · Jun 23, 2026 · International

Meta halts worker tracking for AI training due to privacy fears

Meta has stopped monitoring employee computer activity for AI training purposes, a program it launched only two months ago. The decision follows concerns about privacy implications of using worker behavioral data to develop AI systems.

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Information Commissioner's Office · Jun 23, 2026 · UK

New data protection complaints law now in force

Here is the briefing: ```json { "summary": "A new law governing how data protection complaints are handled has come into force, with the UK's Information Commissioner's Office named in connection with the changes. The legislation appears to affect the process by which individuals can bring compla

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University of Texas law dean shifts AI policy to prevent 'cognitive deskilling'

The dean of the University of Texas School of Law has revised the school's AI policy with the goal of preventing students from losing core legal reasoning skills through over-reliance on AI tools. The policy shift reflects growing concern in legal education that habitual AI use may erode the foundational thinking lawyers need.

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Balancing openness and control: Cross-border health data and AI governance in China

The Atlantic Council has examined how China is navigating the tension between enabling cross-border health data flows and maintaining state control over that data, within the context of its broader AI governance framework.

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U.S. and China Compete to Shape the Future of AI Governance

The United States and China are actively competing to set the terms of how artificial intelligence is governed, each pushing frameworks that reflect their own priorities and political systems. The contest plays out across international bodies, bilateral relationships, and standard-setting forums where the rules of AI development are still being written.

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Family Offices Face New Era of Cybersecurity, AI Governance, And Operational Resilience

Family offices — private wealth management entities serving ultra-high-net-worth families — are facing growing pressure to address cybersecurity risks, AI governance, and operational resilience as threats to their data and financial assets increase. The sector, traditionally light on formal compliance infrastructure, is being pushed toward more structured risk management practices.

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