The Scale ReportNvidia Security Oversight in Question After Huang Departure
Former CEO Jensen Huang's exit amid federal scrutiny of links to Megaspeed and employee affairs raises questions about corporate security.
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The Scale ReportDemocrats Open Nvidia Probe into China Export Dealings
Legislators are investigating a questionable tariff arrangement between the Trump administration and former CEO Jensen Huang.
The Scale ReportNew York Launches Strict Oversight for Major AI Developers
New state regulations mandate transparency reports and incident disclosures from large AI firms like OpenAI and Anthropic starting in 2027.
The Scale ReportDonald Trump Addresses Jensen Huang Ties to Alleged Spy
President Trump remains noncommittal on when he learned of Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's relationship with an alleged intelligence operative.
The Scale ReportNvidia Launches Inquiry Into CEO Jensen Huang Over Spy Allegations
The chipmaker is probing claims that CEO Jensen Huang had a romantic link to an executive allegedly recruited by Chinese intelligence.
The Scale ReportUS Approval for Nvidia Chip Sales to Empty China Office
Federal regulators cleared sales of high-end AI chips to a shell company in China with links to a blacklisted entity, according to reports.
The Scale ReportMegaspeed executive allegedly recruited to spy on Jensen Huang
US intelligence reports suggest an executive at Singapore-based firm Megaspeed was tapped by Chinese security to monitor the Nvidia CEO.
The Scale ReportData centers face mounting headwinds after U.S. midterm elections
Voters rejected infrastructure projects as tech giants like OpenAI attempt to rebrand their facilities amidst shifting political tides.
The Scale ReportChina Targeted Nvidia Chief in Intelligence Effort
Beijing reportedly recruited an AI executive to gain access to Jensen Huang and influence American chip availability.
The Scale ReportAI PAC spending yields inconsistent results in midterm elections
Industry-backed groups and pro-regulation PACs spent millions on midterm races, with mixed success in swaying Congressional outcomes.
The Scale ReportNew York Times Sues Brave Over AI Scraping and Paywalls
The publisher alleges that the browser maker creates a back door for AI firms by scraping copyrighted content and bypassing digital paywalls.
The Scale ReportJudge Allows NAACP Lawsuit Against xAI Over Data Center Permits
A federal judge rejected xAI efforts to dismiss a lawsuit alleging the company operated Memphis gas turbines without proper environmental permits.
The Scale ReportHumanists Secure Workplace AI Exemptions Under Religious Law
Nontheistic workers are now gaining legal accommodations to opt out of AI, citing ethical objections to automation and human flourishing.
The Scale ReportAnthropic IPO Governance Structure Concentrates Power
As Anthropic heads to public markets, a multi-layered voting structure keeps control away from common shareholders and in the hands of a trust.
The Scale ReportBank of America warns users against sharing passwords with AI
The financial giant issued a formal advisory after customers began granting AI agents access to their sensitive bank login credentials.
The Scale ReportLuiz Inacio Lula da Silva Wins Brazil Presidential Runoff
The veteran politician secured a comeback victory in the Brazilian runoff election, countering a right-wing trend across Latin America.
The Scale ReportPennsylvania Mandates AI Labels for Digital Advertising
Governor Josh Shapiro signed legislation requiring disclosure for AI-modified ads, though critics point to significant regulatory loopholes.
The Scale ReportNew York City Council Votes to Ban Horse-Drawn Carriages
The iconic Central Park tourist transport will be phased out after a long standing political debate regarding animal safety on urban roads.
The Scale ReportMeta Strikes Jurisdictional Deal With CEO Mark Zuckerberg
Meta finalized a formal agreement to keep Mark Zuckerberg based in California amid the tech executive's concerns regarding potential wealth taxes.
The Scale ReportPhiladelphia Resident Arrested for Blocking Delivery Robot
Carolyn Marvin was charged with disorderly conduct after intentionally obstructing an autonomous delivery robot to protest job displacement.
The Scale ReportMicrosoft President Brad Smith Endorses UK as AI Regulator
Brad Smith argues that the UK is uniquely positioned to lead global AI safety standards, bypassing US and EU political tensions.
The Scale ReportAmazon and Microsoft End Data Center NDAs to Ease Tensions
Tech giants are abandoning nondisclosure agreements with local governments, hoping to address community pushback against data center projects.
The Scale ReportTech Leaders Adopt Trump Administration Term Super Intelligence
Silicon Valley titans including Satya Nadella and Jensen Huang shift terminology to align with White House branding for AI technology.
The Scale ReportDonald Trump Unveils Super Intelligence Force Federal Task Group
President Trump establishes a government task force to lead AI development, naming Jay Clayton to head the new Super Intelligence Force.