Title: Proposed Ban Would Be a ‘Death Sentence’ for Chinese EVs in the US Introduction The United States has long been committed to the advancement of electric vehicles (EVs) as a crucial part of combating climate change and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. With such progress, it is surprising that a proposed ban on Chinese… Continue reading Proposed Ban Would Be a ‘Death Sentence’ for Chinese EVs in the US
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Apple lends support to California State Right to Repair bill
The right of consumers to repair the products they own has long been a hot-button issue in the tech world, and Apple has recently weighed in on the side of the consumer. The Cupertino-giant has publicly voiced its support regarding a proposed California bill that would allow customers to perform their own repairs and seek… Continue reading Apple lends support to California State Right to Repair bill
Steve Jobs’ son launches a fund, NASA debuts a streaming service, and writers protest a proposed surveillance law
The tech world has been buzzing with news of the late Apple founder Steve Jobs’ son, Reed Jobs, launching a fund to invest in technology and green energy companies, NASA’s debut of a streaming service to the public, and the ongoing protest against a proposed surveillance law from writers and civil rights groups. Reed Jobs,… Continue reading Steve Jobs’ son launches a fund, NASA debuts a streaming service, and writers protest a proposed surveillance law
China Proposes Two-Hour Limit Per Day on Internet Access for Minors
As the Internet becomes increasingly accessible to children, it’s become a worrying issue. What’s worse, research estimates that at least 20 percent of children around the world are addicted to the Internet and use it for far too many extended hours each day. In response, China has recently proposed a two-hour limit for minors to… Continue reading China Proposes Two-Hour Limit Per Day on Internet Access for Minors
FTC proposes new rule to make it easier to cancel free trials and subscriptions
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently proposed a new rule to ensure that consumers have a clear and easy process to cancel free trials and subscriptions. This proposed rule is a pro-consumer effort, as it seeks to provide more transparency and clarity so consumers can make informed decisions. Under this proposed rule, businesses would be… Continue reading FTC proposes new rule to make it easier to cancel free trials and subscriptions
Joe Manchin and Ted Cruz Are Trying to Ban Gas Stove Bans
Many people in the United States have been threatened by proposed gas stove bans in recent months, as cities and states grapple with the health risks of gas. However, two senators are now attempting to salvage the situation and protect consumers in their states. Senators Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas) are introducing… Continue reading Joe Manchin and Ted Cruz Are Trying to Ban Gas Stove Bans
force proposes
The United States’ Artificial Intelligence initiative has gained further momentum with a proposal for a $2.6 billion federal AI research outfit. As part of the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)’s new Select Committee on Artificial Intelligence (SCAI), a new task force recently proposed the establishment of the Federal Artificial Intelligence Research and Development (AI… Continue reading force proposes
Proposed legislation would force US higher education endowments to reveal where they invest
Recently, Democrats in both the US House and Senate have introduced legislation that would force US higher education endowments to reveal where and how they invest, creating much-needed transparency into a system that is currently very opaque. The proposed legislation, known as the Endowment Transparency and Accountability Accountability Act, is sponsored by Democratic Senator Chuck… Continue reading Proposed legislation would force US higher education endowments to reveal where they invest