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The United States has moved to revoke federal limits on climate pollution from power plants, removing emissions restrictions on one of the country's largest sources of greenhouse gases. Human Rights Watch reports the decision, which critics say will worsen climate change and its health effects, while supporters frame it as relief from costly regulations on the energy sector.
- 2Leaked EU documents reveal plan to mandate mass chat scans●Chatkontrolle: EU-Staaten wollen umfassende Massenscans per Umweg legalisieren Geleakte EU-Dokumente offenbaren vor dem
Leaked EU documents, published before a key trilogue round, indicate member states are seeking to legalise indiscriminate mass scanning of private messages through administrative decisions rather than primary legislation. Critics say the workaround would impose blanket surveillance of private communications without a court order, reviving the controversial 'chat control' proposal by indirect means, while supporters argue it targets child sexual abuse material.
- 3U.S. and Russia weaken UN pact on AI weapons▼U.S., Russia stripped human oversight from global AI weapons pact
The United States and Russia watered down key safeguards in landmark United Nations negotiations aimed at regulating lethal autonomous weapons, according to The Washington Post. The talks earlier this month marked the furthest progress yet toward a potential global treaty, but both powers successfully pushed to strip requirements for human oversight of the weapons. Critics warn the weakened pact leaves dangerous latitude for machines to make lethal decisions without human control.
- 4Man City CEO says legal battle with Premier League is not over●Man City CEO adamant legal battle with the Premier League is not over
Manchester City's chief executive has stated that the club's legal dispute with the Premier League remains unresolved, despite recent developments in the case. The comments signal the club intends to continue challenging the league's financial rules. The standoff between the English champions and the Premier League over its financial regulations continues to draw attention across football.
- 5Russia and US move to strip safeguards from UN killer robots pact▼'Killer robots' one step closer as Russia and US team up to strip safeguards from UN pact https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https:/
Russia and the United States have jointly pushed to remove safeguards from a United Nations agreement regulating autonomous weapons, according to a Mirror report. The move brings so-called 'killer robots' — AI-powered weapons that could select targets without human control — a step closer, and has drawn criticism from campaigners seeking binding international limits on lethal autonomous weapons systems.
- 6Why China Is Skeptical of A.I. Safety Calls▼The Surprising Reasons China Is Skeptical of A.I. Safety Calls
A New York Times analysis examines why China has resisted international appeals for stricter artificial intelligence safety commitments, suggesting Beijing views such calls through strategic and economic lenses. The piece argues Chinese officials see Western-led safety agendas as potential tools to slow China's A.I. progress, while Chinese leaders also weigh domestic priorities of technological competitiveness and state control.
- 7U.S. and Russia gutted human oversight from AI weapons pact●U.S., Russia stripped human oversight from global AI weapons pact
The United States and Russia worked to strip requirements for human control over lethal autonomous weapons from an international agreement regulating AI in warfare. The Washington Post reports the two powers weakened the global effort to regulate so-called killer AI, drawing criticism from arms control advocates who warn that removing human oversight raises the risk of unintended escalation and accountability gaps on the battlefield.
- 8Trump says US won't slow AI development after Xi meeting▼Trump says US won't put brakes on AI following Xi visit, despite calls for international safeguards
President Trump said the United States will not restrain artificial intelligence development, speaking after a meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. His comments came despite calls from some governments and experts for international safeguards on advanced AI. The statement signals the US intends to keep pushing AI innovation at full speed, even as other countries push for coordinated global oversight.
- 9U.S. Files to Intervene in EU Decision on Musk's X●U.S. Files to Intervene With EU Decision on X, Elon Musk
The United States has filed to intervene in the European Union's regulatory decision concerning X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk. The move, reported by the Wall Street Journal, marks an unusual step by Washington into an EU enforcement matter. The intervention is likely to heighten tensions between the U.S. and Europe over digital regulation and platform governance.
- 10Justice Alito recuses from Supreme Court climate dispute▼Justice Alito will no longer participate in climate change dispute
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will no longer take part in a pending climate change case before the court. The announcement, reported by SCOTUSblog, removes one justice from a dispute with potential consequences for climate regulation, leaving eight justices to decide the outcome. Reasons for the withdrawal were not stated in the report.
- 11US and Russia strip human-verification rules from UN autonomous weapons draft●The U.S. and russia removed provisions from draft # UN rules on autonomous weapons requiring # AI systems to operate pre
The United States and Russia have removed provisions from a draft UN set of rules on autonomous weapons that would have required AI systems to operate predictably and reliably, and would have obliged humans to verify AI-identified targets before strikes are carried out. The change strips key human-control safeguards from the proposed framework governing lethal autonomous weapons, drawing concern from arms-control advocates watching ongoing UN talks on regulating military AI.
- 12Bill Gates says AI cooperation harder than nuclear talks▼Bill Gates says global AI cooperation is ‘more difficult’ than nuclear talks
Bill Gates said reaching international cooperation on artificial intelligence is more difficult than the nuclear arms negotiations of the past, according to The Hill. He suggested that unlike nuclear weapons, which were controlled by a small number of states, AI development is spread across many companies and countries, making agreement harder to achieve.
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Chinese state media says the United States shares responsibility with China for managing artificial intelligence, arguing the world's two leading AI powers must coordinate on oversight of the fast-moving technology. The statement comes amid ongoing US-China tensions over tech export controls and AI governance, and is being watched as a signal of Beijing's positioning ahead of potential international AI regulation talks.
- 14EU vows to defend rules against X as US backs Musk challenge▼EU vows to defend its stand against X after the US backs a court challenge from Elon Musk
The European Union says it will stand firm against Elon Musk's social media platform X after the United States backed a legal challenge to EU content rules. The dispute centers on the EU's Digital Services Act enforcement against X, and Brussels insists it will defend its regulatory authority in court despite Washington's intervention.
- 15485 pesticide chemicals linked to breast cancer in US research●Research finds 485 chemicals in US pesticide products linked to breast cancer
New research has identified 485 chemicals used in United States pesticide products that are linked to breast cancer. The findings raise fresh concerns about consumer and agricultural exposure to potentially harmful compounds, and are prompting calls for tighter regulation and closer scrutiny of the chemicals allowed in pesticide formulations sold across the country.
- 16EU vows to defend its rules against X after US backs Musk's court challenge▼EU vows to defend its stand against X after U.S. backs court challenge from Musk
The European Union says it will stand firm in defending its position against X after the United States backed a legal challenge brought by Elon Musk against the bloc. The dispute centres on EU rules affecting the platform, and Washington's intervention has escalated what was already a tense standoff between Brussels and Musk. The case is being closely watched as a test of how far the EU's regulatory powers reach over major American tech companies.
- 17Justice Alito steps aside from major climate case in reversal▼In reversal, Justice Samuel Alito steps aside from major climate case
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has withdrawn from a major climate case, reversing an earlier decision to take part. The move comes amid scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest surrounding the justice. The reversal is drawing attention to ethical questions facing the Supreme Court and to the stakes of the climate litigation, which could have significant consequences for environmental regulation in the United States.
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The European Union is moving to limit the energy and water consumption of data centres, in a bid to control the resources used by the fast-growing digital infrastructure sector. The proposal comes as data centre demand surges, driven by cloud computing and artificial intelligence, raising concerns about strain on electricity grids and water supplies across member states.
- 19Report: Herbicide contaminates quarter of US continental rivers▼Hormone-disrupting herbicide contaminating 25% of continental US rivers, report finds
A new report finds that a hormone-disrupting herbicide has contaminated roughly 25% of rivers across the continental United States. The findings raise concerns about water quality, ecosystem health, and potential risks to wildlife and humans exposed to endocrine-disrupting chemicals through waterways. Environmental groups are expected to push for tighter regulation of agricultural runoff in response to the report's conclusions.
- 20Justice Alito steps aside from major Supreme Court climate case▼Alito bows out of blockbuster Supreme Court climate case
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a high-profile climate case before the Court, according to Politico. The withdrawal removes one justice from a closely watched dispute over climate regulation, potentially affecting how the Court rules on an issue with sweeping implications for federal environmental policy and the states and industries involved.
- 21Justice Alito recuses from pivotal Supreme Court climate case▼Alito will not participate in pivotal climate change case
US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito will not take part in a pending climate change case, according to multiple US news outlets. No reason for his recusal was given in the reports. His absence could affect the outcome of the case, which is seen as pivotal for climate-related litigation and regulation in the United States.
- 22Trump challenges California's climate leadership▼Trump is challenging California’s climate leadership. Who will win?
President Trump is escalating a fight against California's authority to set its own climate and emissions standards, challenging rules that have long made the state a national leader on environmental policy. The confrontation raises questions over whether federal power or state-level climate ambition will prevail, with regulators, automakers and other states watching closely for the outcome.
- 23Schools rush into AI with little evidence or policy guidance▼Schools are experimenting with AI with little evidence or policy to guide them
Schools across the United States are beginning to experiment with artificial intelligence tools in classrooms, but NPR reports they are doing so with little research evidence on effectiveness and few clear policies governing use. Educators are left to decide on their own how to handle AI for teaching, assignments and academic integrity, raising concerns about uneven adoption and untested consequences for students.
- 24Senate advances bill to regulate college NIL deals●Senate tees up college sports bill aimed at regulating NIL deals
US Senate lawmakers are moving forward with legislation aimed at regulating name, image and likeness deals in college sports. The bill would create federal rules for the payments college athletes can receive from endorsements and sponsorships, an issue currently governed by a patchwork of state laws and NCAA policies. The move signals growing congressional interest in bringing order to the fast-growing college sports economy.
- 25Datacenter developers accused of skirting US pollution rules▼Datacenter developers accused of skirting key US pollution rules
Datacenter developers in the United States are facing accusations that they are circumventing key pollution regulations. According to reporting by The Guardian, the rapid buildout of datacenter infrastructure may be exploiting gaps or exemptions in environmental rules, raising concerns among regulators and communities about air, water and emissions impacts as the industry expands at pace.
- 26OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs summoned to Australian AI inquiry▼OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs called to appear at Australian AI probe
The chief executives of OpenAI and Anthropic have been called to appear before an Australian parliamentary inquiry into artificial intelligence. The summons signals Australia's effort to hold leading AI developers publicly accountable over safety, transparency and the societal impact of their systems, following similar scrutiny of the industry by regulators in the United States, the United Kingdom and the European Union.
- 27Sierra Nevada Raw Milk Cheese Tied to E. Coli Outbreak▼Sierra Nevada Raw Milk Cheese Linked to Multistate E. Coli Outbreak
Health investigators have linked raw milk cheese produced by Sierra Nevada to an E. coli outbreak spanning multiple US states. The announcement has raised food safety concerns around unpasteurised dairy products, with consumers advised to check products and regulators monitoring for additional illnesses as the investigation continues.
- 28Datacenter developers accused of skirting US pollution rules▼Datacenter developers accused of skirting key US pollution rules https://www. theguardian.com/us-news/2026/s ep/27/datac
A new report accuses datacenter developers in the United States of sidestepping key pollution regulations, raising concerns over the environmental cost of the industry's rapid expansion. The claims add to growing scrutiny of how datacenters are built and powered as demand for cloud computing and artificial intelligence infrastructure surges across the country.
- 29Senate Approves Sweeping College Sports Measure▼Senate Resoundingly Approves Sweeping College Sports Measure
The United States Senate has voted resoundingly to approve a sweeping measure affecting college sports, according to The New York Times. The vote marks a significant congressional intervention in college athletics, though details of the legislation's provisions were not included in the available coverage. The broad support in the Senate suggests rare bipartisan agreement on the issue of college sports regulation.
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President Trump has rejected the idea of a global entity to oversee artificial intelligence, according to Politico. The position signals that the United States will not back an international body for AI governance, setting up potential friction with allies and organisations pushing for coordinated global rules on advanced AI development and safety.
- 31TikTok reaches first US state settlement over teen safety●TikTok reaches first state settlement in US over teen safety claims, agrees to user limits https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https:
TikTok has reached its first settlement with a US state over claims that its platform harms teenagers, agreeing to impose limits on users as part of the deal. The agreement marks the first time an individual state has resolved such allegations with the company, which faces broader scrutiny in the US over the effects of its app on young people's mental health and wellbeing.
- 32Alabama Takes TikTok to Court Over Children's Mental Health●TikTok On Trial: Alabama Says Platform Hurts Kids Mental Health
Alabama has filed legal action against TikTok, arguing that the platform harms children's mental health. The lawsuit adds to a growing series of state-level legal challenges in the United States accusing social media companies of designing addictive features that damage young users' wellbeing. The case is drawing attention to ongoing debates over tech regulation and child safety online.
- 33U.S. finalizes lower fuel economy standards favoring gas cars▼U.S. finalizes new lower fuel economy standards in boost for gas-powered vehicles
The United States has finalized new, less stringent fuel economy standards, a move that eases efficiency requirements and is seen as a boost for gas-powered vehicles. The rollback of stricter mileage rules is expected to draw debate between automakers, environmental groups and regulators over its impact on emissions and fuel costs.
- 34Bill Gates Warns Unregulated AI Could Cause a Billion Deaths●Bill Gates Warns Unregulated AI Development Could “Cause A Billion Deaths” # News # Politics # AI # ArtificialIntelligen
Bill Gates has issued a stark warning that artificial intelligence developed without proper regulation could result in up to a billion deaths. His comments, reported in the United States, add his voice to a growing debate over how governments should control advanced AI systems. The remarks are drawing attention amid ongoing political arguments in Washington over AI safety rules, with figures including Donald Trump involved in shaping the direction of US technology policy.
- 35New York sues Polymarket, calling prediction markets illegal gambling●New York lawsuit says Polymarket's prediction markets are illegal gambling
New York has filed a lawsuit against Polymarket, alleging the prediction market platform operated as an illegal gambling operation. The suit claims the betting markets the platform offers fall under state gambling law. The legal action adds to regulatory scrutiny of prediction markets in the United States and raises questions about their future availability to American users.
- 36US spot Bitcoin ETFs record $2.386 billion in weekly inflows▼U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs see $2.386B inflows, hig...
United States spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds have drawn $2.386 billion in inflows, a figure being highlighted as among the strongest for these products. The surge signals renewed institutional and retail appetite for regulated Bitcoin exposure, with market watchers linking the flows to shifting sentiment around Bitcoin prices and macroeconomic conditions driving demand for crypto assets.
- 37TikTok agrees to pay at least $100M in Alabama settlement▼TikTok agrees to pay at least $100M in Alabama settlement https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/26/tiktok-agrees-to-pay-at-leas
TikTok has agreed to pay at least $100 million to settle a lawsuit with the US state of Alabama. The settlement marks another legal and financial setback for the company in the United States, where it faces ongoing scrutiny from state attorneys general and federal regulators over its operations and practices.
- 38Tebas demands equal rules amid Man City verdict reports●Tebas: 'equal rules for all' essential amid Man City verdict reports
La Liga president Javier Tebas said 'equal rules for all' is essential as reports circulate about a verdict in the disciplinary case involving Manchester City. His comments underline calls that clubs be treated the same regardless of size or wealth, a theme he has repeatedly raised in disputes over state-backed ownership and financial regulation in European football.
- 39Florida sues OpenAI, calling advanced AI a public nuisance●TL;DR: Florida argues that OpenAI's development of large language models poses a significant risk to civilization, filin
Florida has filed a legal challenge against OpenAI, arguing that the company's development of large language models poses a significant risk to civilization. The state is seeking to halt further progress by framing the work as a public nuisance, an unusual legal theory for AI regulation. The move marks one of the most aggressive state-level attempts to restrain AI development and is drawing attention from legal and tech observers.
- 40New Jersey datacenter hit with record $1.1m fine over unpermitted generators▼New Jersey datacenter fined $1.1m after visual investigation showed dozens of unpermitted generators
New Jersey regulators have fined DataOne $1.1 million after dozens of unpermitted diesel generators were found at its Vineland datacenter. The state's largest-ever air quality penalty followed a visual investigation by Floodlight and the Guardian, which documented the equipment running without permits. The case has drawn attention to the environmental footprint and regulatory oversight of rapidly expanding datacenter infrastructure.