The U.S. government is pushing for a congressional vote to avoid a federal shutdown ahead of the November midterms, signaling urgent efforts to secure funding before the election. Meanwhile, the White House is set to advocate at an upcoming G20 meeting for minimal global regulation of artificial intelligence, positioning the U.S. as a leader in shaping AI governance amid rising competition with China. Industry executives and commerce officials will gather in North Carolina for discussions on balancing innovation with oversight in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. The move comes as tensions over AI dominance grow, with the U.S. seeking to influence international policy before key developments in the sector.
Speaker Mike Johnson to launch a floor vote designed to prevent any federal shutdown before the November midtermsSign up for the US Breaking News emailThe US will aim to persuade G20 members to take a hands-off approach to regulating AI, according to a Trump White House official, at a gathering of industry titans and commerce ministers that begins on Tuesday in North Carolina.Leaders are convening at a key moment in the AI sector’s development and the global debate over how to govern it, and as the US faces an increasing threat from China for AI supremacy, Reuters reported. Continue reading...
