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The US government is considering restrictions on key Chinese networking technology for data centers, potentially taking effect in 2026. This move is part of a broader crackdown on components originating from China. Additionally, GPU price hikes are anticipated in Asia.
The head of Center for AI Standards and Innovation has resigned
Chris Fall has resigned as the head of the Center for AI Standards and Innovation after only three months. Arvind Raman, currently the director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology, will take over as acting director. This leadership change occurs amidst a turbulent period for the artificial intelligence industry, marked by financial losses and new government restrictions.
OpenAI will let the US government review its AI models before release
OpenAI has announced it will allow the U.S. government to review its artificial intelligence models before their release. This decision aligns with President Trump's voluntary executive order on AI, indicating a new phase of government oversight for AI development.
Brazilian players can no longer play SWTOR without submitting to an intrusive age verification process
Electronic Arts and Broadsword are implementing a new age verification process for Star Wars: The Old Republic players in Brazil to comply with the Digital ECA Law. Starting May 28th, Brazilian players must verify their age on the SWTOR website to continue playing or making purchases. Players using Steam will also need to complete this verification through the official website.
Trump postpones AI oversight executive order
Donald Trump has reportedly postponed an executive order concerning artificial intelligence oversight following pressure from industry leaders. The exact reasons for the delay and the future of the order remain unclear.
Trump postpones signing of AI safety executive order
The signing of an executive order aimed at establishing government authority over AI model security evaluations has been postponed. The order intended to provide the US government with the power to assess and identify vulnerabilities in artificial intelligence models.
Google, Microsoft and xAI agree to provide US government with early AI model access
Google, Microsoft, and xAI have agreed to provide the US government with early access to their artificial intelligence models. This access will be utilized by the Commerce Department to conduct crucial security evaluations of the AI technologies.
Indonesia’s New Game Ratings System Called ‘Hilariously Wrong’ by Gamers
Indonesia's newly implemented video game ratings system has been met with widespread criticism from gamers who describe it as "hilariously wrong." The community's disbelief stems from what they perceive as a significant disconnect between the government's understanding of games and the actual content, leading to inaccurate classifications. This situation highlights a global challenge of governments attempting to regulate the fast-evolving gaming industry without adequate knowledge, potentially impacting game availability and local development.
Report: Trump administration may pressure Tencent to divest from US studios
A report indicates that the Trump administration is considering pressuring Tencent to divest its stakes in US-based video game companies like Riot Games and Epic Games. This potential action comes ahead of a planned meeting between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
