Driving the Day

Today is March 17, 2025, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: In Washington, a bipartisan pair of U.S. representatives introduced a bill to help combat AI-driven finance scams conducted by foreign adversaries. Across the pond, dozens of organizations signed a letter urging the EU to take “radical action” to promote a European “sovereign digital infrastructure.” Lastly, The Wall Street Journal discussed how students are increasingly using AI chatbots to cheat on schoolwork.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: House Republicans subpoenaed large technology companies to see if the Biden Administration pressured them to use AI to censor lawful speech.

• Around the Nation: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is seeking help from the Trump Administration on developing AI and nuclear power.

• Across the Pond: The U.K.’s ambassador to the United States argued a strong tech partnership should be at the heart of any U.S.-U.K. economic deal.

• Global Highlights: Chinese state media stated the country’s securities watchdogs will crack down on stock market fake news as AI spurs misinformation. 

• Outside Views: Energy executives are warning electricians are hard to find, which could slow the AI data center boom.

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