Driving the Day

Today is May 13, 2025, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: Multiple U.S. tech companies announced AI deals with states or companies in the Middle East as President Trump visits the region this week. Meanwhile, the White House’s lead on AI and crypto issues, David Sacks, argued the U.S. does not need to rely on export restrictions to manage AI-related national security risks. In Brussels, a European Commission official stated the commission is open to “targeted changes” to the AI Act. Lastly, Bloomberg suggested OpenAI’s Stargate project is delayed due to tariff-related uncertainty.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: Tech safety groups slammed a proposal by House Republicans for a 10-year ban on state AI regulation.

• Around the Nation: California labor leaders grilled Democrats running for governor on AI.

• Across the Pond: The U.K. House of Lords backed an amendment that would require AI companies to disclose what copyrighted material their models are trained on. 

• Global Highlights: Taiwan’s representative to the United States argued Taiwan can play a crucial role in shaping a future where AI development is driven by democratic values.

• Outside Views: Investors are backing startups helping creatives sell their content to AI companies.

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