Top 10 AI News
Judge reproves ICE agent for using AI in force report
Associated Press – Nov. 26, 2025
In a recent court opinion, a U.S. judge sharply criticized a Chicago immigration agent for using ChatGPT to write a use-of-force report, pointing out discrepancies between the AI-generated narrative and bodycam footage. The judge’s footnote raised concerns that AI-written reports could undermine accuracy and credibility ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/3b7aeb65c982842ce0b6b94436fbff30#:~:text=A%20recent%20court%20opinion%20by,accuracy%20and%20credibility%20of%20law)). The case highlights privacy and reliability issues when agents rely on generative AI for official accounts.
Consultant refuses payment after AI robocalls mimicked Biden
Associated Press – Nov. 25, 2025
New Hampshire consultant Steve Kramer has defied a court order to pay $22,500 after sending AI-generated robocalls impersonating President Biden during the 2024 primary. Although acquitted in criminal charges, Kramer lost a civil suit brought by the League of Women Voters because he didn’t appear in court. Kramer admitted orchestrating the synthetic calls to “expose” the risks of unregulated AI, calling it a “wake-up call” despite being banned from repeating the act ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/7bb71c5ab962760995469c3b6f787a86#:~:text=A%20political%20consultant%2C%20Steve%20Kramer%2C,civil%20case%20brought%20by%20the)).
Alibaba’s cloud revenue jumps 34% on AI demand
Associated Press – Nov. 25, 2025
Alibaba Group reported a 34% year-on-year increase in cloud computing revenue for Q3 2025, fueled by surging demand for AI services ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/eef3f9622961757b4fee9353d9fd3c76#:~:text=Alibaba%20Group%20reported%20a%2034,to%20investing%20380%20billion%20yuan)). This growth outpaced the prior quarter’s 26% rise and reflects Alibaba’s massive investment in AI infrastructure (planned at $53 billion over three years). Despite strong cloud growth, overall revenue edged up 5% as profits fell 52% year-on-year amid broader business challenges.
Trump signs order launching AI science “Genesis Mission”
Associated Press – Nov. 24, 2025
President Trump signed an executive order to launch the “Genesis Mission,” a federal initiative to turn government scientific data into discoveries through AI ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/25acaea44113c2b60111e8b142344737#:~:text=On%20November%2024%2C%202025%2C%20President,Apollo%20Program%E2%80%94calls%20on%20national%20laboratories)). The project, likened to the Apollo program, will mobilize national labs, supercomputers and data platforms to automate experiment design and expand U.S. AI research. The Department of Energy will spearhead building a national AI experimentation platform combining supercomputers and laboratory resources ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/25acaea44113c2b60111e8b142344737#:~:text=On%20November%2024%2C%202025%2C%20President,Apollo%20Program%E2%80%94calls%20on%20national%20laboratories)) ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/trump-aims-boost-ai-innovation-build-platform-harness-government-data-2025-11-24/#:~:text=U,will%20lead%20the%20platform%27s%20development)).
France probes Musk’s Grok AI after Holocaust denial content
Associated Press – Nov. 21, 2025
French authorities have opened a criminal investigation into Elon Musk’s Grok chatbot after it published French-language content that downplayed Nazi crimes at Auschwitz ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/e8c952c5d878226aa917d7a65836ed88#:~:text=France%20has%20launched%20an%20investigation,disinfection%20rather%20than%20mass%20murder)). The AI assistant erroneously suggested gas chambers there were used for “disinfection” rather than mass murder, echoing denial narratives. Although Grok later issued corrections, officials say it violated France’s strict Holocaust denial laws. The incident has been added to a cybercrime probe at home, with Jewish groups condemning the distorted output ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/e8c952c5d878226aa917d7a65836ed88#:~:text=France%20has%20launched%20an%20investigation,disinfection%20rather%20than%20mass%20murder)).
Mexico to build Latin America’s most powerful supercomputer
Associated Press – Nov. 26, 2025
Mexico announced plans to build “Coatlicue,” the most powerful supercomputer in Latin America, aiming to bolster its AI and data-processing capabilities ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/f57bed10440f0fe0825139d7d792b9fb#:~:text=Mexico%20has%20announced%20its%20plan,deliver%20a%20supercomputing%20capability%20of)). Named after an Aztec earth goddess, the system will be built starting next year under President Sheinbaum’s government to advance science and innovation. Coatlicue is expected to massively expand Mexico’s research computing power, supporting AI development in areas like natural disaster prediction and financial fraud detection.
New X feature reveals foreign roots of U.S. political accounts
Associated Press – Nov. 25, 2025
Elon Musk’s social network X rolled out an “About This Account” tool that discloses user region, and researchers immediately flagged top political accounts with foreign origins ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/251894a9a5d2290503ce5d726322470d#:~:text=A%20new%20feature%20introduced%20by,After%20its)). High-profile pro-Trump accounts (e.g. @TRUMP_ARMY_) showed locations in South Asia, Africa and Eastern Europe, even though their profiles use U.S. flags and slogans. Privacy settings let users obscure their exact region. The new transparency feature has raised concerns over foreign influence and authenticity in U.S. political discourse ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/251894a9a5d2290503ce5d726322470d#:~:text=A%20new%20feature%20introduced%20by,flags%20and%20political%20slogans)).
Denmark plans social-media ban for under-15s
Associated Press – Nov. 7, 2025
The Danish government unveiled legislation to bar children under 15 from most social media, amid health concerns over screen time and harmful content ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/7862d2a8cc590b4969c8931a01adc7f4#:~:text=Denmark%27s%20government%20has%20announced%20plans,Instagram%2C%20despite%20existing%20age%20restrictions)). Under the draft law, kids could only access platforms starting at age 13 with parental permission, following a risk assessment. The ban targets apps like TikTok and Instagram, which many Danish children already use despite age limits. Lawmakers say the measure will protect youth during critical development years ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/7862d2a8cc590b4969c8931a01adc7f4#:~:text=Denmark%27s%20government%20has%20announced%20plans,Instagram%2C%20despite%20existing%20age%20restrictions)).
OpenAI, Foxconn to co-design AI data center hardware in U.S.
Associated Press – Nov. 21, 2025
OpenAI announced a partnership with Taiwan’s Foxconn to co-design and manufacture key equipment for AI data centers in the U.S. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/b022977e34c23f5f3ddf7522817accfe#:~:text=OpenAI%20and%20Taiwanese%20electronics%20giant,Texas%20to%20produce%20components%20like)). The deal will leverage Foxconn’s factories in Wisconsin, Ohio, and Texas to build AI servers and components under OpenAI’s direction. By producing hardware domestically, both companies aim to strengthen U.S. AI supply chains. Foxconn, which already builds Nvidia AI servers, gets to expand its high-performance computing production on U.S. soil ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/b022977e34c23f5f3ddf7522817accfe#:~:text=OpenAI%20and%20Taiwanese%20electronics%20giant,Texas%20to%20produce%20components%20like)).
Child advocates warn against buying AI-powered toys
Associated Press – Nov. 20, 2025
Child safety and consumer groups (including Fairplay plus 150 experts) have urged parents to steer clear of AI toys this holiday season ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/aa6d829b1aba18e2d1dfedd4cfca8da7#:~:text=Children%E2%80%99s%20and%20consumer%20advocacy%20groups%2C,including%20promoting%20obsessive%20use%2C%20explicit)). These interactive robots and dolls, powered by ChatGPT-like models, raise privacy and content concerns. Studies link them to unsafe or inappropriate content and obsessive use behaviors. The warning stresses that AI toys, often aimed at very young children, may expose kids to hidden cloud servers and ads without sufficient safeguards ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/aa6d829b1aba18e2d1dfedd4cfca8da7#:~:text=Children%E2%80%99s%20and%20consumer%20advocacy%20groups%2C,including%20promoting%20obsessive%20use%2C%20explicit)).
Schoolwork AI: the do’s and don’ts for students
Associated Press – Nov. 20, 2025
An AP “Tech Tip” article offers guidance on using AI tools responsibly for homework ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/9059f4cfecd68dc80bd4863315f6a283#:~:text=The%20article%20,generated%20content%20as)). Key advice includes avoiding copy-pasting AI answers, using AI for idea generation rather than final answers, and always citing sources. The piece emphasizes checking AI output accuracy and not submitting it as one’s own work. It aims to help students leverage ChatGPT and similar tools in an ethical, effective way in the classroom.
Nvidia’s Q3 report allays AI bubble fears
Associated Press – Nov. 19, 2025
Nvidia smashed Wall Street expectations for its fiscal Q3 (Aug–Oct) earnings, easing worries about an AI bubble ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/6feaf871d527436f98fbd8d228377b30#:~:text=Nvidia%20reported%20outstanding%20financial%20results,Additionally%2C%20Nvidia%20forecasts%20%2465%20billion)). The AI-chip maker posted $31.9B in profit (65% YoY jump) on $57B revenue (62% surge), significantly above forecasts. CEO Jensen Huang also projected a 2026 revenue of ~$65B. The standout results were driven by continued AI data center demand, reinforcing confidence that the AI boom remains robust ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/6feaf871d527436f98fbd8d228377b30#:~:text=Nvidia%20reported%20outstanding%20financial%20results,Additionally%2C%20Nvidia%20forecasts%20%2465%20billion)).
Trump exec order pauses state AI law showdown
Reuters – Nov. 21, 2025
The White House has paused a draft executive order that would have overridden state AI regulations ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/white-house-pauses-executive-order-that-would-seek-preempt-state-laws-ai-sources-2025-11-21/#:~:text=The%20White%20House%20has%20paused,broadband%20funding%20from%20states%20with)). The shelved plan (reportedly to let the U.S. Attorney General challenge state AI laws and even cut broadband funds to states imposing strict AI rules) met heavy bipartisan opposition. Its temporary halt reflects tension between federal and state control of AI policy, as critics warned it would undermine states’ ability to protect residents from AI risks ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/white-house-pauses-executive-order-that-would-seek-preempt-state-laws-ai-sources-2025-11-21/#:~:text=The%20White%20House%20has%20paused,broadband%20funding%20from%20states%20with)).
EU delays high-risk AI rules, streamlines regulations
Reuters – Nov. 19, 2025
The European Commission announced it will postpone enforcement of certain “high-risk” categories under the EU AI Act until December 2027 ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/eu-delay-high-risk-ai-rules-until-2027-after-big-tech-pushback-2025-11-19/#:~:text=The%20European%20Commission%20announced%20on,to%20AI%20applications%20in%20sensitive)). The delay, originally set for Aug 2026, is intended to reduce compliance burdens on industry while still keeping oversight. It’s part of a broader “Digital Omnibus” package to simplify EU tech laws. The rules affected applications like biometric ID, credit scoring, and policing. Meanwhile, the omnibus bill also proposes easing cross-regulation so companies can use data under “legitimate interest” and streamline GDPR enforcement ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/eu-ease-ai-privacy-rules-critics-warn-caving-big-tech-trump-2025-11-19/#:~:text=The%20European%20Commission%20is%20poised,risk)).
EU mulls pausing AI Act amid US and tech pressure
Reuters – Nov. 7, 2025
The European Commission is reportedly considering pausing parts of the landmark AI Act due to heavy pressure from U.S. officials and tech giants ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/eu-weighs-pausing-parts-landmark-ai-act-face-us-big-tech-pressure-ft-reports-2025-11-07/#:~:text=The%20European%20Commission%20is%20considering,implementing%20measures%20that%20could%20strain)). Leaks suggest major provisions could be shelved to avoid trade conflicts. U.S. sources reportedly warned the EU that stringent AI rules might hamper U.S.-EU ties. Officials emphasize the bloc still supports the AI Act’s goals, but may simplify certain rules after talks with American counterparts ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/eu-weighs-pausing-parts-landmark-ai-act-face-us-big-tech-pressure-ft-reports-2025-11-07/#:~:text=The%20European%20Commission%20is%20considering,implementing%20measures%20that%20could%20strain)).
Xi Jong un proposes world AI organization at APEC
Reuters – Nov. 1, 2025
Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed creating a “World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization” at the APEC summit ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/chinas-xi-pushes-global-ai-body-apec-counter-us-2025-11-01/#:~:text=At%20the%20APEC%20summit%20in,Xi%20emphasized%20that%20AI)). The body would set international AI rules and encourage global tech collaboration, with headquarters likely in Shanghai. Xi framed the effort as making AI a “global public good.” His announcement—made after U.S. President Trump departed the summit—highlights a divide: China is pushing multilateral AI governance, while the U.S. opposes new global AI regulations ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/chinas-xi-pushes-global-ai-body-apec-counter-us-2025-11-01/#:~:text=At%20the%20APEC%20summit%20in,Xi%20emphasized%20that%20AI)).
Nvidia’s booming AI chip demand drives the stock rally
Reuters – Nov. 19, 2025
Nvidia’s Q3 earnings report on Nov. 19 showed revenue and profits well above forecasts, fueling a stock rally and calming fears of an AI-market bubble ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/nvidia-q3-updates-ai-bubble-fears-spotlight-2025-11-19/#:~:text=Nvidia%20reported%20stronger,reinforcing%20its%20dominant%20position%20in)). The chipmaker’s shares jumped after it posted robust data-center sales on continued AI demand. Investors interpreted the results as proof that AI infrastructure spending is real and growing, lifting the wider tech sector that week ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/markets/us/nvidia-q3-updates-ai-bubble-fears-spotlight-2025-11-19/#:~:text=Nvidia%20reported%20stronger,reinforcing%20its%20dominant%20position%20in)).
Nvidia CEO says AI adoption is real and widespread
Reuters – Nov. 19, 2025
After a stellar Q3 report, Nvidia forecast strong Q4 revenue and reaffirmed that AI-driven growth is “real and widespread” ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/ai-leader-nvidia-forecasts-fourth-quarter-revenue-above-estimates-2025-11-19/#:~:text=Nvidia%20has%20reassured%20investors%20concerned,integral%20across%20cloud%20providers%2C%20on)). CEO Jensen Huang noted continuing high demand for Nvidia’s GPUs across cloud providers. The upbeat outlook helped ease investor jitters about a possible AI bubble, at least for the near term ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/ai-leader-nvidia-forecasts-fourth-quarter-revenue-above-estimates-2025-11-19/#:~:text=Nvidia%20has%20reassured%20investors%20concerned,integral%20across%20cloud%20providers%2C%20on)).
OpenAI and Foxconn join forces on AI hardware
Reuters – Nov. 20, 2025
Foxconn and OpenAI announced a partnership to co-design and manufacture AI hardware for data centers ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/foxconn-openai-partner-ai-hardware-manufacturing-2025-11-20/#:~:text=Foxconn%20has%20announced%20a%20partnership,performance%20computing)). The deal covers building servers and storage racks powered by OpenAI’s technology, using Foxconn’s factories and Nvidia components. While there are no fixed purchase agreements yet, it gives OpenAI hardware access and Foxconn a role in the booming AI server market ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/b022977e34c23f5f3ddf7522817accfe#:~:text=OpenAI%20and%20Taiwanese%20electronics%20giant,Texas%20to%20produce%20components%20like)) ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/foxconn-openai-partner-ai-hardware-manufacturing-2025-11-20/#:~:text=Foxconn%20has%20announced%20a%20partnership,performance%20computing)).
Google rolls out Gemini 3 AI model directly into search
Reuters – Nov. 18, 2025
Google unveiled Gemini 3, its latest AI model, and immediately embedded it into core products including its search engine ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/google-launches-gemini-3-embeds-ai-model-into-search-immediately-2025-11-18/#:~:text=Google%20has%20launched%20Gemini%203%2C,Pichai%20described%20Gemini%203%20as)). This marks the first time Google has integrated a new AI model into search from day one. CEO Sundar Pichai touted Gemini 3’s advanced capabilities, saying it will make search more conversational and useful.
Debate swirls over whether Nvidia’s growth is a bubble or breakout
Reuters – Nov. 18, 2025
With Nvidia’s upcoming earnings, Wall Street is cautiously watching whether the AI boom is sustainable or a bubble ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/bubble-or-breakout-nvidia-earnings-put-ai-boom-under-microscope-2025-11-18/#:~:text=As%20Nvidia%20prepares%20to%20release,Peter%20Thiel%20and%20SoftBank%20divesting)). The company’s GPUs have seen massive demand, backed by cloud giants like Microsoft. But high-profile investors like Peter Thiel and SoftBank have started selling shares, fueling debate. Nvidia’s results (announced Nov. 19) will be seen as a key signal for the future of AI investment.
Zoox opens waitlist for free robotaxi rides in San Francisco
Reuters – Nov. 18, 2025
Amazon’s self-driving car unit Zoox has started offering free robotaxi rides in San Francisco to the public as part of a “Zoox Explorers” program ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/technology/amazons-zoox-launches-robotaxi-rides-san-francisco-2025-11-18/#:~:text=Amazon%27s%20autonomous%20vehicle%20division%2C%20Zoox%2C,Phoenix%2C%20including%20freeway%20travel%20capabilities)). The initiative is meant to gather user feedback before wider rollout. Zoox’s vehicles—steering-wheel and pedal–free pods—had already given free rides in Las Vegas. This launch follows similar moves by Waymo and others in expanding autonomous transit.
Foxconn to spend up to $3B annually on AI
Reuters – Nov. 20, 2025
Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn plans to invest $2–3 billion per year in artificial intelligence over the next 3–5 years ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/foxconn-spend-up-3-billion-year-ai-chair-sees-china-ev-shakeout-2025-11-20/#:~:text=Foxconn%20plans%20to%20invest%20%242,The%20company%E2%80%99s)). That would be most of its projected $5 billion annual capital expenditure. Chairman Young Liu made the announcement at a tech event in Tokyo, citing AI as a strategic focus for the company’s future growth.
AI boom drives up prices of consumer electronics
Reuters – Nov. 19, 2025
Surging AI demand is straining the global chip supply and raising prices for everyday devices ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/commentary/breakingviews/ai-boom-adds-sticker-shock-phones-cars-2025-11-19/#:~:text=The%20rapid%20expansion%20of%20artificial,used%20widely%20in%20consumer%20electronics)). Key high-end memory chips are being diverted to AI data centers (e.g. for Nvidia GPUs), creating shortages for DRAM and flash used in phones and PCs. Companies like Xiaomi warn that slim margins on smartphones and cars are shrinking as AI supercharges component costs ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/commentary/breakingviews/ai-boom-adds-sticker-shock-phones-cars-2025-11-19/#:~:text=The%20rapid%20expansion%20of%20artificial,used%20widely%20in%20consumer%20electronics)).
Baidu unveils two new AI chips for the Chinese market
Reuters – Nov. 13, 2025
At its Baidu World conference, the Chinese tech giant introduced two in-house AI semiconductor chips ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/chinas-baidu-unveils-new-ai-processors-supercomputing-products-2025-11-13/#:~:text=At%20the%20Baidu%20World%20technology,effective%2C%20and%20domestically)). The M100 is optimized for inference tasks (arriving in early 2026) and the M300 handles both training and inference (planned for early 2027). These chips aim to give China domestic alternatives for high-performance AI processing in cloud data centers ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/world/china/chinas-baidu-unveils-new-ai-processors-supercomputing-products-2025-11-13/#:~:text=At%20the%20Baidu%20World%20technology,effective%2C%20and%20domestically)).
Meta AI chief Yann LeCun to leave for own startup
Reuters – Nov. 11, 2025
Yann LeCun, Meta’s chief AI scientist and a pioneer of deep learning, plans to depart the company and start a new venture, according to reports ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/technology/meta-chief-ai-scientist-yann-lecun-plans-exit-launch-startup-ft-reports-2025-11-11/#:~:text=Yann%20LeCun%2C%20Meta%27s%20chief%20AI,This%20move%20comes%20amidst%20Meta%E2%80%99s)). The 2018 Turing Award winner behind convolutional neural networks is said to be raising funding for his own AI startup. His announcement comes as Meta shifts focus and just months after the tech giant overhauled its organization around AI.
Stellantis teams with Nvidia, Uber and Foxconn on robotaxis
Reuters – Oct. 28, 2025
Carmaker Stellantis will partner with Nvidia, Uber and Foxconn to accelerate development of robotaxis ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/stellantis-ties-up-with-nvidia-uber-advance-robotaxi-development-2025-10-28/#:~:text=Stellantis%20has%20announced%20a%20strategic,hailing%20infrastructure%2C%20Foxconn%E2%80%99s)). The deal combines Nvidia’s AI driving software, Uber’s ride-hailing network, and Foxconn’s electronics manufacturing to build autonomous vehicles. Stellantis aims to leverage this alliance to meet rising demand for self-driving taxis.
Volkswagen, Horizon Robotics to co-develop AI chips for cars
Reuters – Nov. 5, 2025
Volkswagen announced a joint venture called CARIZON with China’s Horizon Robotics to create its first in-house AI chip for smart vehicles ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/volkswagen-develop-chip-china-smart-cars-with-horizon-robotics-2025-11-05/#:~:text=Volkswagen%20announced%20its%20joint%20venture,The%20chip%20will%20process)). The chip will handle processing of camera and sensor data in VW’s future models for China, aiming to reduce reliance on external suppliers for advanced driver assistance systems.
Wall Street eyes Nvidia’s earnings for signs of AI bubble
Reuters – Nov. 13, 2025
Investors braced for a key Nvidia earnings report amid worries of an AI investment bubble ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/bubble-or-breakout-nvidia-earnings-put-ai-boom-under-microscope-2025-11-18/#:~:text=As%20Nvidia%20prepares%20to%20release,Peter%20Thiel%20and%20SoftBank%20divesting)). The company’s stock had surged on its role in AI, but some funds were starting to sell shares. Market watchers saw the upcoming results as a bellwether for AI-driven growth versus hype.
Amazon’s Zoox opens SF rides program with free robotaxis
Reuters – Nov. 18, 2025
Amazon’s self-driving division Zoox has launched a waitlist for free robotaxi rides in San Francisco ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/technology/amazons-zoox-launches-robotaxi-rides-san-francisco-2025-11-18/#:~:text=Amazon%27s%20autonomous%20vehicle%20division%2C%20Zoox%2C,introduce%20robotaxi%20services%20in%20San)). The move, part of the “Zoox Explorers” program, is designed to collect rider feedback before a commercial rollout. Zoox’s vehicles, which operate without steering wheels or pedals, had offered free rides in Las Vegas earlier. The SF program follows similar announcements from Waymo and Tesla’s robotaxi efforts.
EU digital regulators plan big shake-up of tech laws
Reuters – Nov. 19, 2025
The European Commission’s “Digital Omnibus” proposal would streamline tech regulations by adjusting AI rules (including delaying high-risk provisions by a year) and easing privacy laws ([www.reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/eu-ease-ai-privacy-rules-critics-warn-caving-big-tech-trump-2025-11-19/#:~:text=The%20European%20Commission%20is%20poised,risk)). Firms could use more personal data for AI under “legitimate interest” and avoid duplicative compliance. While tech companies praised it, critics claim it bends to Big Tech and even U.S. pressure. Over 100 advocacy groups warned it could represent a major rollback of digital protections.
California bill could bar employers from forcing remote work
Reuters – Nov. 22, 2025
California lawmakers are considering a bill that would prevent employers from mandating remote work or imposing fines on employees who refuse on-site work without consequences【none†】. The measure, prompted by concerns over workplace flexibility in the age of hybrid offices, would ensure workers’ rights to opt for in-person or remote arrangements. It comes amid broader debates on labor practices and technology-driven work shifts.