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Newsweek
4 days ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Republicans Must Say No to the AI Regulation Moratorium
In the earliest days of Donald Trump's second term, there were exciting signs that the administration was going to chart what we might call a "human-first" course on technology. Voters who were angry over how smartphones, social media, app stores, and EdTech had metastasized into something resembling a conspiracy against children, and who were anxious that automation might take their jobs, helped the president retake the White House. But hopes for a human-first tech policy are already dimming. In its all-consuming efforts to beat China in the A.I. race, the Republican Party has fallen into its old libertarian habits of deferring to Big Tech's interests, failing to protect children and families from predatory uses of emerging technology, and deregulating the industry so that it can operate without any concern for consumer welfare. It's not too late, though. In the administration's earliest days, the president sided with longshoremen against efforts to make union members redundant via automation. Also, in his January 25, 2025 executive order, the president committed to A.I. policy that pursues "human flourishing." Vice President JD Vance declared at February's A.I. Action Summit in Paris that the administration would "fight for policies that ensure that AI" will lead to "higher wages, better benefits, and safer and more prosperous communities." This is the road that most Americans want the administration to take. But since then, the Republican Party has taken one huge step backward. Last month the House of Representatives approved an amendment to the "Big Beautiful Bill" that, if ratified by the Senate, would shield A.I. companies from state regulation and liability for ten whole years. Such a move shows astounding disregard for how ungoverned technologies can undermine human flourishing—and it would unbridle Big Tech's power. The moratorium would void a law in Utah, for instance, that prohibits mental health chatbots from targeting users with advertising, a policy that removes companies' incentives to exploit a suffering audience. It would also block a proposed law in Texas that would require a "human operator," i.e., a human driver, to accompany an autonomous long-haul truck as it transports its freight. And it would block several laws that have been introduced around the country, including in blue states like California and New York, that would require so-called "A.I. companions"—an Orwellian bit of Big Tech branding—to clarify that they are not human beings. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Open AI CEO Sam Altman speaks during Snowflake Summit 2025 at Moscone Center on June 02, 2025 in San Francisco, California. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 02: Open AI CEO Sam Altman speaks during Snowflake Summit 2025 at Moscone Center on June 02, 2025 in San Francisco, must learn from Congress' past mistakes, such as when, in 1996, it passed the ignominious Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Section 230 was touted as necessary to guard the innovative potential of the nascent online service industry from death by regulation. But, by granting sweeping immunity for any content posted by third parties, platforms were disincentivized from making good-faith efforts to protect kids. Section 230 dug a legal moat around Big Tech from behind which the industry waged war on America's children. The ten-year moratorium on A.I. regulation portends a similar legacy. It indicates that Congress, especially Republican leadership, has failed to reckon with how immunizing technological power from liability threatens human flourishing. To its credit, by including human flourishing in its A.I. policy framework, the administration recognizes the possibility of promoting A.I. innovation without sacrificing other human goods. Human flourishing as an explicit policy objective underscores that "acceleration," as the techno-libertarian Right calls it, is an over-simplified paradigm, and that tech policy needs to pursue a broader suite of values, especially the good of the human person and the family. As we have argued elsewhere, the achievement of human flourishing in the age of A.I. (as in every age) depends on deliberate policy choices. Technological innovation, no matter how beneficial to economic prosperity or national security, should never come at the expense of the family or the human person. And there are ways to balance these interests. We have called upon the Trump administration, for instance, to establish a Working Group on Technology and the Family, that would directly assist in the formation of policy to guide technology toward family empowerment, and away from legislation—like the moratorium—that would put families in the crosshairs. In February 2019, the first Trump administration released an executive order that committed the federal government to securing "public trust" and "public confidence" in its A.I. policy. It acknowledged that protecting "American values" was a critical objective, even as it worked to advance "American leadership in AI." That is what an administration committed to human flourishing sounds like; and it is what the second Trump administration sounded like at its start. A ten-year moratorium on state regulation, by contrast, is just a retread of the tired libertarian playbook that trades American values and public trust for technological power and financial gain. Fortunately, a groundswell of opposition among Republicans senators has emerged, such as Josh Hawley (Mo.), Marsha Blackburn (Tenn.), Ron Johnson (Wisc.), and Rick Scott (Fla.), who publicly oppose the moratorium. Representative Marjorie Taylor Green (R-Ga.) has done likewise, and more may join them. So, the die is not yet cast. The word is not yet final. The future is still ahead. The Trump administration can still make a human-first A.I. policy. But the time for choosing is now. Michael Toscano is director of the Family First Technology Initiative at the Institute for Family Studies. Jared Hayden is a policy analyst for the Family First Tech Initiative at the Institute for Family Studies. The views expressed in this article are the writers' own.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to software engineers: "AI is like an Intern today but …"
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has offered an assessment on the current capabilities of artificial intelligence in the field of software engineering. Altman described AI as an 'intern', but also predicted a rapid evolution which will soon make it rival to experienced professionals. Altman mentioned that an intern can work for a few hours, but can slowly grow to become equivalent to an experienced software engineer. His comments underline the transformative impact AI is said to have to the tech industry, especially on roles related to coding. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's message to software engineers Speaking at the Snowflake Summit 2025 , Altman said, 'Today [AI] is like an intern that can work for a couple of hours, but at some point it'll be like an experienced software engineer that can work for a couple of days.' He added that by next year, we may begin to see AI agents capable of solving complex business problems and even discovering new knowledge. Altman believes that AI will progress quickly from its present 'intern' status and reach a level where it can easily perform tasks handled by experienced software engineers . This means that there can be a future where AI systems can work independently and handle complex coding challenges, design intricate software architectures and also contribute to strategic development decisions with lesser human intervention. For software engineers, Altman's vision signifies a shift in their roles. He highlights that instead of routine coding, software engineers should increase their areas of expertise and focus on things like managing complex AI-driven projects, ensuring ethical deployment of AI and innovating on the current capabilities of AI. Impact of AI on employment Altman's comments come amid growing debate over AI's impact on employment. Recently, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warned that artificial intelligence could eliminate 50% of entry-level white-collar jobs within the next five years, potentially driving US unemployment to 20%. The stark prediction comes as AI technology rapidly advances, with sectors including technology, finance, law, and consulting facing the greatest disruption. "We, as the producers of this technology, have a duty and an obligation to be honest about what is coming," Amodei told Axios in an interview published Wednesday. The 42-year-old CEO emphasized that most people remain unaware of the impending transformation, calling it a reality that "sounds crazy, and people just don't believe it." AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Scoop
11-06-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Blue Yonder Named Snowflake Retail & Consumer Goods Data Cloud Product Partner Of The Year
Press Release – Blue Yonder This award recognizes Blue Yonder's commitment to data-driven transformation and the remarkable results they are delivering in the supply chain space through our collaborative partnership, says Kieran Kennedy, VP, Data Cloud Product Partners, … Blue Yonder, the leader in end-to-end supply chain digital transformation, today announced at Snowflake's annual user conference, Snowflake Summit 2025, that it has been named the 2025 Retail & Consumer Goods Data Cloud Product Partner of the Year by Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company. This is the fourth year in a row that Blue Yonder has been recognized as a Snowflake partner award winner. Blue Yonder was recognized for its achievements as part of the Snowflake AI Data Cloud ecosystem, helping joint customers unify data across internal and external sources to improve and accelerate decision-making at scale. The partnership allows Blue Yonder to integrate Snowflake's data capabilities into its Blue Yonder Platform, powered by Snowflake, enabling customers to access real-time data and make faster, higher quality decisions. By facilitating seamless data sharing and collaboration on a single platform and leveraging advanced machine learning (ML) technology, users can execute thousands of supply chain scenarios simultaneously, significantly reducing the cost, complexity and time associated with traditional marketplaces. 'By combining our advanced supply chain technology with Snowflake's robust data management capabilities, we deliver true end-to-end supply chain solutions that enhance performance, scalability and resilience for our shared customers,' said Chris Burchett, senior vice president, Generative AI, Blue Yonder. 'We're honored to receive this prestigious award for the fourth year in a row and are excited to continue our collaboration with Snowflake to provide innovative solutions and transformative results for retailers, manufacturers and logistics service providers worldwide.' 'We are proud to name Blue Yonder as our Retail & Consumer Goods Data Cloud Product Partner of the Year,' said Kieran Kennedy, VP, Data Cloud Product Partners, Snowflake. 'As a leader in supply chain technology, Blue Yonder is expertly leveraging the power of our AI Data Cloud across their platform, driving significant value and innovation for our shared customers. This award recognizes their commitment to data-driven transformation and the remarkable results they are delivering in the supply chain space through our collaborative partnership.' Learn more about the Blue Yonder and Snowflake partnership in the 'Supply Chain Management With Blue Yonder and Snowflake' video and the ' Using GenAI To Drive Fast, Precise Decisions For Supply Chain Management ' video interview of Burchett on Data Cloud Now. Check out keynotes from Snowflake Summit 2025 live or on-demand here and stay on top of the latest news and announcements from Snowflake on LinkedIn and Twitter/X. About Blue Yonder Blue Yonder is the world leader in end-to-end digital supply chain transformation. With a unified, AI-driven platform and multi-tier network, Blue Yonder empowers businesses to operate sustainably, scale profitably, and delight their customers — all at machine speed. A pioneer in applying AI solutions to the most complicated supply chain challenges, Blue Yonder's modern innovations and unmatched industry expertise help more than 3,000 retailers, manufacturers, and logistics service providers to confidently navigate supply chain complexity and disruption.
Scoop
11-06-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Blue Yonder Named Snowflake Retail & Consumer Goods Data Cloud Product Partner Of The Year
Blue Yonder, the leader in end-to-end supply chain digital transformation, today announced at Snowflake's annual user conference, Snowflake Summit 2025, that it has been named the 2025 Retail & Consumer Goods Data Cloud Product Partner of the Year by Snowflake, the AI Data Cloud company. This is the fourth year in a row that Blue Yonder has been recognized as a Snowflake partner award winner. Blue Yonder was recognized for its achievements as part of the Snowflake AI Data Cloud ecosystem, helping joint customers unify data across internal and external sources to improve and accelerate decision-making at scale. The partnership allows Blue Yonder to integrate Snowflake's data capabilities into its Blue Yonder Platform, powered by Snowflake, enabling customers to access real-time data and make faster, higher quality decisions. By facilitating seamless data sharing and collaboration on a single platform and leveraging advanced machine learning (ML) technology, users can execute thousands of supply chain scenarios simultaneously, significantly reducing the cost, complexity and time associated with traditional marketplaces. Advertisement - scroll to continue reading 'By combining our advanced supply chain technology with Snowflake's robust data management capabilities, we deliver true end-to-end supply chain solutions that enhance performance, scalability and resilience for our shared customers,' said Chris Burchett, senior vice president, Generative AI, Blue Yonder. 'We're honored to receive this prestigious award for the fourth year in a row and are excited to continue our collaboration with Snowflake to provide innovative solutions and transformative results for retailers, manufacturers and logistics service providers worldwide.' 'We are proud to name Blue Yonder as our Retail & Consumer Goods Data Cloud Product Partner of the Year," said Kieran Kennedy, VP, Data Cloud Product Partners, Snowflake. "As a leader in supply chain technology, Blue Yonder is expertly leveraging the power of our AI Data Cloud across their platform, driving significant value and innovation for our shared customers. This award recognizes their commitment to data-driven transformation and the remarkable results they are delivering in the supply chain space through our collaborative partnership.' Learn more about the Blue Yonder and Snowflake partnership in the 'Supply Chain Management With Blue Yonder and Snowflake' video and the ' Using GenAI To Drive Fast, Precise Decisions For Supply Chain Management ' video interview of Burchett on Data Cloud Now. Check out keynotes from Snowflake Summit 2025 live or on-demand here and stay on top of the latest news and announcements from Snowflake on LinkedIn and Twitter/X. About Blue Yonder Blue Yonder is the world leader in end-to-end digital supply chain transformation. With a unified, AI-driven platform and multi-tier network, Blue Yonder empowers businesses to operate sustainably, scale profitably, and delight their customers — all at machine speed. A pioneer in applying AI solutions to the most complicated supply chain challenges, Blue Yonder's modern innovations and unmatched industry expertise help more than 3,000 retailers, manufacturers, and logistics service providers to confidently navigate supply chain complexity and disruption.
Hindustan Times
09-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
'Today, AI is like an intern that can work for a couple of hours…,' says OpenAI CEO Sam Altman
The world is steadily transitioning towards embracing Artificial Intelligence (AI), slowly adopting tools and automation processes in day-to-day lives. While the technology is simplifying business processes and tasks, people are now fearing that AI could replace jobs in future. However, many industry experts also assure that AI will work alongside humans. Now, at the Snowflake Summit 2025, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shares greater insight on how people will start to embrace AI in real time. Reportedly, Altman provided a statement that AI could replace entry-level jobs or interns. However, Gen Z could actually benefit from the technology. This claim also supports the recent Oxford Economics study, which talks about how companies are hiring fewer college graduates in recent times. Know what the OpenAI CEO said more about AI taking human jobs. Also read: Google pauses 'Ask Photos' AI Feature to address performance issues Sam Altman chaired a panel with Snowflake CEO Sridhar Ramaswamy at the Snowflake Summit 2025, during which he said that AI could perform similar tasks to junior-level employees, eventually replacing the hours of work done by interns. Altman stated, 'Today AI is like an intern that can work for a couple of hours, but at some point it'll be like an experienced software engineer that can work for a couple of days.' He further added that AI could resolve business problems and that 'we start to see agents that can help us discover new knowledge.' Also read: Microsoft launches Xbox Copilot beta on Android app to assist gamers with real-time support While it seems like a very practical prediction, it is not the first time we have heard something like this. As businesses and companies are heavily investing in AI tools, it is not only saving them money on hiring resources, but it is so fast tracking certain tasks which used to take hours with human intelligence. But how is Gen Z vastly embracing AI? At Sequoia Capital's AI Ascent event, Altman highlighted how different generations of people are using AI in the real world. He said, many are using AI as a replacement for Google. However, Gen Z is using AI as an advisor, whereas younger generations are using the technology as an operating system. Therefore, people in their twenties are heavily relying on AI tools like as ChatGPT to perform the majority of tasks. This also showcases a great example of how AI will work alongside humans, but this could also create an imbalance in the job market, especially for people who are just starting new in the job industry. Mobile Finder: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max LATEST specs, features, and price
