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The White House will meet with top AI companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and Meta to discuss a new voluntary framework for government review of frontier AI models before public release. The framework, outlined in an executive order signed by President Donald Trump in June, aims to allow the government 30 days to assess advanced AI systems for safety.

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) urged the Trump administration to ban government agencies and contractors from using Chinese AI models, citing security risks from potential backdoors in open-source models. He also called for strict export controls on advanced computing equipment and advocated for nurturing a US open AI ecosystem to compete with China's.

The US government has agreed to provide GlobalFoundries with $300 million in CHIPS Act funding and a 1% stake to advance silicon photonics technologies for AI datacenters. The investment aims to support the development of high-speed optical interconnects like co-packaged optics (CPO) and near-packaged optics (NPO), which are critical for next-generation computing systems.

Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang is meeting US officials and lawmakers in Washington amid reports that its export-controlled processors have been used to train advanced Chinese artificial intelligence models. He met with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, but the meeting's purpose was not confirmed by either party.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with Trump administration officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, to discuss the firm’s advanced model and the administration’s voluntary review process for such models. The meetings occur as the administration works to finalize the review process by Aug. 1, two months after President Donald Trump signed an executive order. OpenAI, along with Anthropic and Google, provided feedback on the draft process and advocates for a national legislative standard.

Florida Democrats are urging Secretary of Interior Doug Burgum and Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick to withdraw a Trump administration rule that removes habitat modification from the definition of 'harm' under the Endangered Species Act. The change, set to take effect on Sept. 14, is criticized for weakening protections for species like the Florida manatee and panther, which the ESA has historically helped conserve.

Almost 200 Silicon Valley companies, including Proton and Y Combinator, urge the Trump administration not to restrict access to Chinese open-weight AI models, warning it could harm U.S. startups. The Little Tech Association argues for targeted safeguards instead of broad prohibitions, citing risks to innovation and competition.

President Donald Trump is attending the World Cup with his family and several international leaders, including Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain, and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. The group includes FIFA President Gianni Infantino and other officials such as Andrew Giuliani and Secretary Howard Lutnick.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin warned states not complying with Trump administration election-security requirements could lose federal funding, with election officials facing fines, penalties, or prison time. DHS identified 250,000 voter records in four states potentially belonging to noncitizens and urged states to join the SAVE program to cross-check voter rolls against federal databases.

Simon Andriesz discovered Howard Lutnick's connections to the US commerce secretary through publicly released Epstein files.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman stated the company made 'many changes' during discussions with the Trump administration before releasing GPT-5.6. The new AI models were initially limited to partners under government pressure, and OpenAI received approval for public release. Anthropic PBC temporarily disabled models due to export controls, which were later lifted after cybersecurity safeguards were added.

The House Oversight Committee's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's network will reach its one-year mark with no resolution in sight. Both Democrats and Republicans have expressed pressure to continue probing Epstein's associates, including high-profile figures like Howard Lutnick, Leon Black, and Bill Gates, while new names such as Frédéric Fekkai and Philip Levine have emerged. The probe remains politically charged, with neither party showing signs of slowing down despite limited progress in securing criminal charges.

Louisiana's broadband expansion strategy, led by Governor Jeff Landry, is improving business competitiveness by addressing rural internet limitations. The state's efficient deployment efforts have attracted national recognition, including praise from the U.S. Senate and the American Enterprise Institute, while projected savings of $372 million over four years and GUMBO projects aim to connect thousands of businesses.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is considering offering a 5% stake in the company to the U.S. if competitors like Meta, Google, and Anthropic agree to similar terms, according to the Financial Times. Altman has met with President Donald Trump, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Sen. Bernie Sanders to discuss public ownership of AI companies, aiming to align OpenAI with government interests and avoid the fate of Anthropic.

Sam Altman is considering offering a 5% stake in OpenAI to the U.S. if competitors like Meta, Google, and Anthropic also contribute 5% to the public. Altman met with President Donald Trump, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss the plan, which aims to align OpenAI with government interests and avoid a similar fate to Anthropic.

Anthropic's AI models were temporarily removed from the internet due to a 'jailbreaking' issue flagged by Amazon and addressed by the Trump administration. A 20-day technical and regulatory showdown involving export controls, cybersecurity reviews, and multi-agency collaboration led to the models' July 1 release after safety adjustments.

Democrats are preparing to subpoena President Trump and his associates to investigate his $2.2 billion in earnings from ventures including a crypto business and the $TRUMP meme coin. The financial disclosure highlights Trump's profits from foreign investments, legal settlements, and branded products, with critics alleging corruption. Key targets for investigation include Trump's family members and allies linked to federal contracts and foreign deals.

President Trump will not attend the United States' match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick will lead the government delegation to the game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Trump has not attended any World Cup matches yet but is expected at the July 19 final in New Jersey. Other Cabinet officials have represented the U.S. at prior matches.

The US Commerce Department lifted export controls on Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models after the company suspended access to them over national security risks. Anthropic agreed to collaborate with the US government on security protocols and monitoring, while the government retains the right to re-impose restrictions if circumstances change. The decision aligns with broader US scrutiny of advanced AI models amid concerns about potential misuse by foreign entities.

The Trump administration removed restrictions on Anthropic's Fable and Mythos AI models, which were placed two weeks prior. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced the decision on X, stating the agency worked with Anthropic to approve Fable 5.

The Trump administration removed export controls on Anthropic's Claude Fable 5 AI model, restoring public access after it was restricted 18 days earlier for security reasons. The decision followed government-approved access for select organizations and comes amid ongoing debates over AI regulation and international competition.

The sons of President Trump and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick may benefit from a $1.6 billion mining deal in Kazakhstan, as their family businesses helped secure the agreement, according to a report.

Anthropic received U.S. clearance to restore its most powerful AI model for approximately 100 companies and federal agencies. The permission was granted by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick after the model had been offline for two weeks.

Jonathan Swan outlines three key insights for CEOs navigating Trump's presidency: Trump prioritizes being viewed as a 'Great Man' in world history, operates through a small circle of loyalists including Vance and Marco Rubio, and may pursue volatile actions like territorial deals. The article highlights strategies for engaging Trump, such as leveraging direct communication channels.

The pro-AI movement is dividing over whether national security concerns should limit the rollout of advanced U.S. AI models to maintain a competitive edge against Chinese rivals. The White House has delayed releases of models like OpenAI's GPT-5.6 and Anthropic's Fable 5, prompting warnings that such actions could harm the U.S. AI market and innovation. Chinese AI systems are reported to have caught up in cybersecurity capabilities, raising concerns about the U.S. losing its technological lead.

Anthropic PBC received U.S. government approval to restore access to its Mythos 5 AI model for certain trusted partners after addressing national security concerns. The decision resolves a recent dispute over foreign access restrictions and potential 'jailbreak' risks, though Fable 5 remains under restrictions.

The Trump administration is nearing an agreement to restore access to Anthropic's Fable 5 model after a 15-day suspension due to security concerns. Anthropic expects to reintroduce Fable 5 soon following government risk assessments, with the Commerce Department also allowing limited access to its cybersecurity model Mythos 5 for trusted users.

The Trump administration partially rescinded its export ban on Anthropic’s Mythos 5 AI model, allowing access to over 100 companies and agencies, while its Fable 5 model remains blocked. The decision follows concerns about potential cyberattack risks, with ongoing discussions to establish a standardized framework for evaluating security risks in AI models.

The US government has permitted Anthropic to release its Claude Mythos 5 AI model to 'trusted' US organizations, reversing a prior order to suspend access due to national security risks. Over 100 companies, including Fortune 500 firms, will gain access, while critics argue the selection process lacks transparency. OpenAI also delayed the public launch of GPT-5.6 at the government's request.

The U.S. government has approved Anthropic's limited re-release of Mythos 5. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick was in the Oval Office in June.

Anthropic's Mythos 5 has resumed operations for select organizations after a two-week negotiation with the Trump administration, while the public-facing Fable 5 remains delayed. A government letter dated June 26th confirmed the revised license terms for Mythos 5 but provided no timeline for Fable 5's approval.

The US government has lifted its block on Anthropic’s Claude Mythos 5 AI model, allowing its release to over 100 US institutions, including companies and government agencies. The decision de-escalates tensions between the Trump Administration and Anthropic, which had previously imposed export controls on the model due to security concerns.

RFK Jr. and several members of Trump's cabinet are adopting a diet plan emphasizing fermented foods like sauerkraut, endorsed by Dr. Sean O'Mara. The regimen, which includes meat and fermented foods, aims to improve gut health and weight loss, with RFK reporting a 20-pound weight loss and reduced visceral fat.

Trump used a five-letter insult against Howard Lutnick in an attack related to Lutnick's wife. The incident is described as an astonishing exchange involving personal criticism.

The Trump administration imposed export controls on Anthropic's AI models after Amazon researchers discovered a cybersecurity vulnerability in Anthropic's Fable 5. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy raised the issue with White House officials, prompting Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to escalate the matter, leading to unprecedented regulatory action by the U.S. government.

Anthropic executives proposed to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to end the US ban on its 'Mythos' and 'Fable' AI models. The proposal aims to address security concerns that led to a crackdown on these models, with Anthropic pledging closer collaboration with the Trump administration.

The Trump administration's AI policy leadership is shifting as key figures like David Sacks and Siriam Krishnan step back, with influence moving to officials such as Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and others. Lutnick has taken a central role in addressing Anthropic's AI models through export controls and G7 discussions, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles are involved in sector-specific concerns.

President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Iran if it does not comply with a memorandum of understanding (MOU), citing concerns about an 'economic catastrophe' that could harm his presidency. He referenced former president Herbert Hoover and noted stock market reactions to his statements on continuing or ending the conflict, with senior officials including Marco Rubio, Howard Lutnick, and Scott Bessent present.

President Trump justified a deal with Iran as necessary to avoid economic catastrophe, threatening military action if Iran fails to comply. The agreement includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and discussions on the Strait of Hormuz's future, though Trump warned of resuming conflict if terms are violated.

Senior Trump administration officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, are considering different approaches to potential government equity stakes in major AI companies. The proposal faces industry resistance, with companies like Microsoft and Meta showing skepticism, and recent export controls on Anthropic adding complexity to the discussions.