artificial intelligence companies
Coverage of artificial intelligence companies in the Nexus archive.
- Newsom urges a national 'billionaires' tax' while fighting one in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom advocates for a national 'billionaires' tax' and federal ownership of AI companies, while opposing a similar state-level tax proposal in California. He argues wealth concentration threatens democracy and proposes reforms to inheritance taxes, corporate tax rates, and AI equity distribution.
- UN secretary general urges AI giants to disclose environmental impact
UN Secretary General António Guterres has urged artificial intelligence companies to commit to powering all data centers with renewable energy by 2030. The call aims to address the environmental impact of AI technologies.
- AI companies should release environmental impact, commit to clean energy, says UN chief
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is urging artificial intelligence companies to disclose their environmental impact, including carbon, water, and land usage. He calls for a commitment to clean energy in their operations.
- What Democrats want: New York congressional race showcases fight over party’s future
Four Democrats, including a Kennedy, are competing in New York’s NY-12 district to replace Jerry Nadler. The primary is a closely watched race reflecting national Democratic priorities on opposing Trump, criticizing AI companies, and political appeal.
- What Democrats want: New York congressional race showcases fight over party’s future
Four Democrats, including a Kennedy, are competing in New York's 12th congressional district primary to replace Jerry Nadler. The race highlights national Democratic priorities such as opposition to Trump, criticism of artificial intelligence companies, and personal appeal.
- Trump’s new AI executive order drastically shifts the administration’s stance on the tech
Trump’s new AI executive order requires artificial intelligence companies to give the U.S. government up to 30 days to assess frontier models before they are released, marking a shift in the administration’s approach to the technology.
- Illinois General Assembly enters final day of session with plenty to do
The Illinois General Assembly is holding its final session day to pass critical legislation, including the 2027 state budget featuring a social media tax and casino tax changes. Lawmakers also face decisions on a potential bill to retain the Chicago Bears in Illinois and other measures like AI regulations and housing development laws.
- States take up kids online safety as Congress stalls
State prosecutors are increasing pressure on social media and AI companies to improve child safety measures as Congress remains deadlocked on federal legislation. States are pursuing investigations, settlements, and new laws to address the gap in federal action.