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Andreessen Horowitz is investing billions into a bleak future
opinion
93 min read
Andreessen Horowitz is expanding its influence over U.S. AI and technology policy while backing companies accused of deceptive marketing, regulatory evasion, consumer harm, or illegal conduct. The Midas Project says a16z helped launch the $100 million Leading The Future super PAC in August 2025, backed the American Innovators Network, and supported efforts to preempt state AI laws. Former a16z general partner Sriram Krishnan became the White House senior policy adviser on AI in December 2024, while former Zenefits executive David Sacks serves as the White House AI and crypto czar. The report surveys 18 a16z investments. It says Speedrun invested $1 million in Doublespeed in October 2025; leaked data reportedly showed the company operated more than 1,100 phones and 400 TikTok accounts used to make AI advertising appear human-generated. A16z led Cluely’s $15 million Series A in June 2025 after the company promoted an AI tool as a way to “cheat” in interviews and other settings. A16z-backed Character AI faces lawsuits over alleged harmful chatbot interactions with minors, and Civitai disclosed 178 reports to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children involving confirmed AI-generated child sexual abuse material. The portfolio also includes fintechs and gambling platforms that have faced regulatory actions, lawsuits, or allegations of circumventing consumer-protection rules. A16z did not respond to the report’s request for comment.
GOP urges top AI firms to do something about the toxic image of data centers
news
3 min read
The National Republican Senatorial Committee has privately urged major AI companies to address growing public opposition to data centers, warning that the issue could affect Republican Sen. Jon Husted’s Ohio reelection campaign and future projects nationwide. A memo titled “Ohio Data Center Risk” calls on companies to explain who benefits from data centers, who pays for them and why communities should want them. Former Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown is eight points ahead of Husted, according to the reported campaign polling, after spending millions to portray Husted as “the face of data centers in Ohio.” The NRSC said data centers are “the anchor hanging around Husted’s neck” and warned that a loss blamed on the facilities could deter politicians in other states from supporting new projects. Ohio has one of the largest shares of completed U.S. data-center projects, with dozens more planned. Reuters reported in 2026 that 77% of 4,531 poll respondents were concerned AI development could raise electricity bills; 64% opposed rapid AI data-center construction and 33% supported it. The United States has about 4,000 operating data centers and nearly 3,000 more in planning, while concerns have grown over their energy consumption and AI’s potential effects on jobs.
The case for overhauling American science
opinion
1 min read
Michael Kratsios advocates for an overhaul of American science to leverage AI and enhance competitiveness against China. He references the historical context of Vannevar Bush's report, "Science: The Endless Frontier," which shaped government support for basic science in the U.S.
Denmark Requires Oral Defenses for Students' Written Work to Counter AI Cheating
news
2 min read
Danish high school students must now defend their written assignments orally to combat AI cheating. This policy is implemented immediately, with educators noting the need for ongoing adaptation as AI tools evolve.
Intelligence Is Not the Main Bottleneck
opinion
16 min read
Intelligence is often not the primary obstacle in real-world scenarios, despite perceptions in tech circles. Certain influential views within the San Francisco tech scene may overlook other critical factors affecting problem-solving and decision-making.
Rust-lang/rust is adopting an LLM policy
tool
12 min read
Five teams in the Rust project have adopted a policy governing the use of Large Language Models (LLMs) for contributions to the rust-lang/rust monorepo. The policy is intended for a specific purpose and does not represent an official stance on LLMs across the entire Rust project.
GCC steering committee announces AI policy
news
1 min read
The GCC steering committee has accepted an AI contributions policy that prohibits "legally significant contributions" derived from LLM-generated content. The definition of "legally significant" is based on the GNU Project maintainer guidelines, specifying a threshold of approximately 15 lines.
White House offers its science blueprint: More AI, less life sciences. ‘Science: A New Golden Age’ report calls for shifting billions from universities to tech companies
news
1 min read
The Trump administration proposes a new science blueprint focusing on increased AI research while reducing emphasis on life sciences. This initiative draws inspiration from the 1945 manifesto "Science — The Endless Frontier," aiming to rebuild the relationship between academic researchers and the federal government.
Open Weights and American AI Leadership [pdf]
research
1 min read
Open Weights advocates for the importance of open-source AI models to enhance innovation and competitiveness in the U.S. AI landscape. The document outlines strategies for maintaining American leadership in AI through collaboration and accessibility of AI resources.
Startup founders urge U.S. government not to shut off Chinese open weight AI
news
4 min read
Nearly 200 Silicon Valley companies, including Proton and Y Combinator, are urging the Trump administration to maintain access to Chinese open-weight AI models. They warn that blocking these models could jeopardize the development of the next generation of AI technologies.
Americans are angry about data centers. Politicians are feeling the pressure
news
1 min read
Public opposition to data centers in the U.S. is growing due to concerns over environmental impacts and local disruption. Politicians are responding to this backlash by reevaluating regulations and policies related to data center development.
Governments, companies, nonprofits should invest in free, open source AI [pdf]
opinion
1 min read
Investment in free, open-source AI is encouraged for governments, companies, and nonprofits to promote accessibility and innovation. Open-source AI can enhance collaboration and reduce reliance on proprietary technologies.
OpenAI loses trademark dispute at EU court
news
1 min read
OpenAI has lost a trademark dispute at the European Union court regarding its name. The court ruled that OpenAI's trademark application did not meet the necessary requirements for registration.
How the terrorist group Boko Haram uses frontier AI
research
1 min read
The Cambridge Programme on AI Science & Policy (CASP) focuses on interdisciplinary research related to advanced AI technologies. It aims to address the implications of AI in various sectors, including security and policy-making.
Right to Local Intelligence
opinion
1 min read
Right to Intelligence advocates for the right to run local AI systems. The initiative encourages users to sign a petition and contact their state representatives to support this cause.
OpenAI ‘in early talks to give 5% stake to US government’
news
2 min read
OpenAI is in early discussions to offer a 5% stake in the company to the US government. CEO Sam Altman believes that providing the public with a financial stake would help share the benefits of artificial intelligence.
Tidal AI Policy
news
1 min read
Tidal has implemented an AI policy that outlines guidelines for the use of AI technologies within its platform. The policy aims to ensure responsible and ethical use of AI while enhancing user experience and creativity.
Austria Lobbies EU to Host Anthropic After US Access Curbs
news
1 min read
Austria is advocating for the European Union to host Anthropic PBC in response to US restrictions on access to advanced AI models for foreigners. Austrian State Secretary for Digitalization Alexander Pröll emphasized the need for member states to consider the strategic establishment of Anthropic within the EU.
Norway imposes near ban on AI in elementary school
news
2 min read
Norway is implementing a near ban on generative AI tools for elementary school students and restricting their use for older students to mitigate negative impacts on learning. This decision follows a broader initiative to improve education, which includes a smartphone ban in schools and increased teacher authority.
EU Commission looking at practical consequences of Anthropic decision
news
1 min read
The EU Commission is examining the practical implications of a recent decision regarding Anthropic. A spokesperson indicated that this review aims to assess how the ruling affects regulatory frameworks and AI deployment in the EU.
Policy on the AI Exponential
opinion
29 min read
Dario Amodei discusses the challenges of aligning AI development with political institutions, emphasizing the slow response times of traditional governance compared to the rapid advancements in AI technology. The metaphor of Treebeard illustrates the difficulties in mobilizing political action to effectively address the implications of AI's exponential growth.
Trump signs downsized AI order after weeks of reversals
news
6 min read
President Donald Trump signed a downsized executive order focused on artificial intelligence policy. This action follows the postponement of a similar measure last month.
The Zig project's rationale for their firm anti-AI contribution policy
news
3 min read
Zig enforces a strict anti-LLM policy prohibiting the use of large language models for issues, pull requests, and bug tracker comments. Contributors are encouraged to communicate in their native languages and use their own translation tools.
Do you want the US to "win" AI?
opinion
3 min read
The US is emerging as a leader in AI development, characterized by strong leadership and significant advancements. There are ongoing debates about the implications of this dominance and its impact on individuals' roles in the evolving landscape.
Our newsroom AI policy
opinion
1 min read
Ars Technica has published a reader-facing document outlining its policy on the use of generative AI in its newsroom. The document clarifies how the publication utilizes AI and emphasizes the commitment to transparency and precision.
OpenAI Backs Bill That Would Limit Liability for AI-Enabled Mass Deaths or Financial Disasters
news
4 min read
OpenAI supports an Illinois bill that would limit liability for AI labs in cases of mass deaths or financial disasters caused by AI models. The bill aims to protect AI companies from lawsuits when their technology results in harm to 100 or more individuals or causes over $1 billion in property damage.