Topic: industry advocacy
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Senators Warn Regulator: Don't Interfere in Prediction Market Lawsuits
A group of 23 Democratic senators has urged the CFTC not to intervene in state lawsuits against prediction markets, arguing these platforms should be treated as illegal gambling under state, not federal, jurisdiction. The conflict centers on a clash between the CFTC, which asserts exclusive feder...
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Avex Partners With The Orchard in Major Music Deal
Avex Music Group has partnered with The Orchard for global distribution of its releases, aiming to expand its international reach with a partner that has extensive infrastructure. Concord Music appointed Andy Serrao as chief creative officer of its Label Group, and the National Independent Venue ...
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FCC Vote Clears Path for Higher-Power Wi-Fi Devices
The FCC will vote to allow new, higher-power Wi-Fi devices in the 6 GHz band for outdoor use and to increase power for some indoor equipment. These devices must use geofencing to prevent interference and are intended to support advanced applications like AR, VR, and short-range hotspots. The prop...
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EVs Spark Tension in the Auto Aftermarket
The automotive aftermarket industry faces uncertainty due to shifting EV policies and demand, impacting businesses that customize vehicles after sale. Industry leaders, like those at SEMA, oppose government mandates for any single vehicle technology, advocating for autonomy and embracing all powe...
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Rethink AI's Thirst: The Water Crisis You're Missing
The environmental impact of AI, particularly its water consumption, is a subject of intense debate, with media narratives often exaggerating the issue and factual accuracy sometimes being compromised for dramatic effect. An independent researcher's scrutiny led to a major correction in a prominen...
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Pornhub Pushes Tech Giants for Device-Level Age Checks
Aylo, Pornhub's parent company, is urging tech giants like Apple, Google, and Microsoft to implement device-level age verification systems to protect minors and streamline access for adults. Current website-specific age checks are criticized as ineffective and privacy-invasive, with Aylo proposin...
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California's AI Safety Law: Proving Innovation and Regulation Can Coexist
California's SB 53 mandates that major AI labs disclose safety protocols and adhere to security standards, particularly for catastrophic risks, enforced by the Office of Emergency Services. The law reinforces existing industry practices to uphold corporate safety commitments and prevent cutting c...
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Chip Tariffs Loom: Tech Firms Scramble to Adapt
Ongoing trade tensions and new tariffs on semiconductors are creating uncertainty and increasing production costs for tech companies, who are actively seeking strategies to navigate these challenges. A live discussion featuring industry experts will address how businesses are responding to tariff...
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