Tag: regulatory framework
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FCC Unveils Plan to Rate Telecoms on Robocall Protections
The FCC is taking a bold step to combat robocalls by introducing a public scorecard that will rate telecoms on their robocall protection efforts, giving consumers the power to make informed decisions about their service providers. This innovative tool will encourage providers to stay on top of their game and keep unwanted calls at bay.
AI Kill Switch Act Mirrors Clipper Chip's Flawed Design
Policymakers are racing to prevent AI disasters, but a proposed kill switch law may be backfiring - mirroring the flawed design of a notorious 90s surveillance chip. The AI Kill Switch Act could give a federal agency sweeping powers to shut down cutting-edge AI systems, but is it a solution waiting for a problem?
FTC Targets AI Bias with Proposed Regulatory Framework
The FTC is taking a bold step towards tackling AI bias by proposing a regulatory framework that could hold companies accountable for biased AI systems, potentially treating ideological bias as an unfair and deceptive practice. This move aims to ensure AI systems provide consumers with information that's free from bias and ideology.
Australia Urged to Overhaul Space Laws to Attract Investment
Australia's outdated space laws are in desperate need of an overhaul to attract much-needed investment and support the country's burgeoning commercial space sector. The current licensing and permitting regime is too narrow, leaving a gaping hole in the legal framework that's deterring businesses and stifling growth.
Australia Urged to Empower ACSC as Cybersecurity Regulator
As cyber threats increasingly put Australia's critical infrastructure, economy, and national resilience at risk, the country faces a critical choice: rely on voluntary measures or establish a robust cybersecurity regulator with the power to enforce minimum standards and hold organizations accountable. Empowering the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) as a formal regulator could be the key to bolstering the nation's cyber defenses.
Senate Bill Aims to Vetting AI Agents for Security, Trustworthiness
As AI agents become more prevalent, Sen. Mark Warner wants to ensure they're transparent, trustworthy, and accountable to the people they serve. His proposed AI AGENT Act aims to create a federal framework that promotes innovation while protecting consumers.
Open Source Community Unprepared for EU's Cyber Resilience Act
The open source community is lagging behind on cybersecurity readiness, with stagnating awareness and a lack of preparedness for the EU's Cyber Resilience Act, which requires minimum security standards for hardware and software products by December 2027. It's time for urgent action to avoid falling short of compliance.