⚖️Republicans Push 10-Year AI Deregulation in Budget Bill.Plus: Airbnb Bets Big on Becoming the Everything App.
Hello Team, Midweek check-in: Some laws are tightening, others are loosening—all in the name of innovation. Airbnb is asking itself a bold question: What else can we become? Their answer—an everything app—may arrive before summer does. We'll see. In the meantime, two AI questions for you to think about: What do you wish AI could do for you right now—and why? Drop your thoughts in the comments. We’re curious.
Republicans Push 10-Year AI Deregulation in Budget Bill
House Republicans are trying to use the Budget Reconciliation bill to block all state-level regulation of artificial intelligence for the next 10 years. The proposed language, introduced by Rep. Brett Guthrie, would prevent any state or local government from enforcing laws related to AI models or automated decision systems. If passed, this would override existing laws like California’s AI transparency rules in healthcare and New York’s AI hiring bias audits. The broad ban could derail numerous upcoming AI accountability measures. This move aligns with growing Republican ties to AI industry leaders and reverses efforts made during the Biden administration to regulate the technology. 🧠 Learning Corner.OpenAI Academy - This free platform offers a range of courses on artificial intelligence, catering to various skill levels. Whether you're a developer aiming to enhance your AI proficiency or a creator exploring AI applications, US Warns that Using Huawei AI Chips Violates Export Laws.
The U.S. Commerce Department has issued strict guidance warning that the use of Huawei’s Ascend AI chips anywhere in the world may violate American export controls. The chips likely rely on U.S.-origin tech or tools, triggering rules that require hard-to-obtain licenses. The move reflects growing concern over China’s AI advances—Huawei’s chip clusters are already rivaling Nvidia’s performance in China. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has rescinded Biden’s AI chip export rule, pledging to rewrite it while pushing U.S. firms to keep AI tech from reaching adversaries like China. 📰 AI News and Trends
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Airbnb Bets Big on Becoming the Everything App.
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky is spending over $200 million to transform the company from a travel platform into an all-in-one services marketplace—offering fitness, food, spa treatments, and more across 260 cities. Inspired by Amazon’s evolution and emboldened by his role in the OpenAI drama, Chesky wants Airbnb to be a lifestyle super app and even a trusted digital ID. With 22,000 experiences, revamped profiles, and Apple-style design touches, Chesky is chasing trillion-dollar tech ambitions—but faces stiff competition from giants like DoorDash, OpenTable, and Meta. 🧰 AI ToolsCooking.
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
⚖️Republicans Push 10-Year AI Deregulation in Budget Bill.
Monday, May 12, 2025
🚀US-China Tariff Truce Sparks Tech and AI Sector Rally.
🚀US-China Tariff Truce Sparks Tech and AI Sector Rally.And: Police Are Using a New AI Tool to Bypass Facial Recognition Bans.
In partnership with Paddle: What to do in this post-Apple ruling landscape.
Monday again, let’s go… A 90-day tariff truce with China has sparked market optimism and fueled a trade rally. While tariffs are expected to return, they may not reach previous highs. Meanwhile, reports suggest U.S. police are using AI tools to sidestep facial recognition bans. At the same time, China is accelerating efforts to reduce its reliance on U.S. and Taiwanese technology, despite the temporary trade pause.
US-China Tariff Truce Sparks Tech and AI Sector Rally.
The U.S. and China have agreed to a 90-day reduction in tariffs, with U.S. duties on Chinese goods dropping from 145% to 30%, and China's tariffs on U.S. products decreasing from 125% to 10%. This significant de-escalation has led to a surge in tech stocks and offers a temporary reprieve for the AI and technology industries. Key Impacts:
While this truce offers immediate benefits, it's a temporary measure. Long-term strategies should account for the potential reinstatement of tariffs and ongoing geopolitical dynamics. Nevertheless, the current environment provides a window of opportunity for the AI and tech industries to stabilize supply chains, reduce costs, and foster innovation. Mobile app revolution: What to do in this post-Apple ruling landscape.
The mobile app space in the US just fundamentally changed.
🧠 Learning Corner.IBM SkillsBuild - over 1,000 free courses in AI, machine learning, and related fields. Participants can earn IBM-branded digital credentials recognized in the industry. Police Are Using a New AI Tool to Bypass Facial Recognition Bans.
A new AI system called Track, built by Veritone, is being used by over 400 U.S. police departments and federal agencies to track individuals based on physical attributes like body size, gender, clothing, and accessories, without relying on facial recognition. It’s already in use by the DOJ and expanding within DHS and the Department of Defense. The tool can analyze video footage—from police bodycams to social media uploads—and track people across multiple locations, even when faces are obscured. Civil liberties groups, including the ACLU, warn that Track poses similar or greater surveillance risks than facial recognition, yet it isn’t covered by laws banning biometric tracking. Hello 1984… With real-time tracking expected soon and privacy laws lagging, critics say this AI enables mass surveillance at a scale never before possible, especially as government agencies expand monitoring of protesters, immigrants, and students. 📰 AI News and Trends
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🧰 AI ToolsVideo Summarizer.Download our list of 1000+ Tools for free. China Builds World’s Fastest Transistor, Without Silicon.
Chinese scientists at Peking University have created the world’s fastest and most energy-efficient transistor — and it’s not made of silicon. Using a 2D material called bismuth oxyselenide (Bi₂O₂Se), the transistor runs 40% faster than the most advanced 3nm silicon chips while using 10% less power. Instead of the standard FinFET design, the team used a Gate-All-Around (GAAFET) structure for greater current control and energy efficiency. This breakthrough comes amid U.S. export restrictions on advanced chip-making equipment. Since the new transistor can be made using China’s existing tools, it offers a potential path forward for China's chip independence. Though it’s still early, the team is already working on scaling production — a sign that a non-silicon future in semiconductors is no longer science fiction. 🚀 Showcase Your Innovation in the Premier Tech and AI Newsletter (link) As a vanguard in the realm of technology and artificial intelligence, we pride ourselves in delivering cutting-edge insights, AI tools, and in-depth coverage of emerging technologies to over 55,000+ tech CEOs, managers, programmers, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts. Our readers represent the brightest minds from industry giants such as Tesla, OpenAI, Samsung, IBM, NVIDIA, and countless others. Explore sponsorship possibilities and elevate your brand's presence in the world of tech and AI. Learn more about partnering with us. You’re a free subscriber to Yaro’s Newsletter. For the full experience, become a paying subscriber. Disclaimer: We do not give financial advice. Everything we share is the result of our research and our opinions. Please do your own research and make conscious decisions.
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