A newly released report commissioned by the State Department said artificial intelligence is creating entirely new categories of “weapons of mass destruction-like” risks. Those risks, according to the report, include catastrophic events that could lead to human extinction. The report also warns of the potential consequences if the U.S. government fails to regulate AI.  “The…

The House has passed a bill that would require TikTok to either abandon its ties with China or no longer be available in the U.S. Although the bill is a controversial one, it easily passed with support from both parties. The total vote came out to 352 members in favor and 65 against. The bill…

President Biden and former President Trump clinch their parties’ nominations, setting up a rematch for the White House. And a rocket explodes in Japan just seconds after liftoff. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, March 13, 2024. Biden, Trump clinch nominations to set up presidential rematch President Joe Biden and former…

Former Vice President Mike Pence has labeled TikTok “digital fentanyl,” advocating for legislation mandating either its sale or banning due to security apprehensions. The House is poised to vote on a bill compelling its divestment or facing a ban in the United States. “The app is so potent and addictive that TikTok is banned within…

Former President Donald Trump voiced concerns about TikTok, labeling it a national security threat. However, Trump — who initially favored banning TikTok — has now reversed his position. During an interview on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” Monday, March 11, Trump reiterated his belief that TikTok poses a national security risk. However, Trump said he opposes Congress…

A campaign by TikTok that is urging users to contact their representatives in Congress appears to have backfired amid a new push in Washington that could impact the app and potential lead to its ban. Lawmakers are targeting TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, with members of the House advancing a bill that would compel ByteDance to…

President Biden speaks to the nation in his State of the Union address. The highlights and takeaways from the night. And — an Army soldier is indicted, accused of selling military secrets to a Chinese agent. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, March 8, 2024. Biden’s State of the Union In…

House Republicans and Democrats are rallying behind legislation that may compel TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest or face a U.S. ban. The bill, co-authored by Chairman Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Ill., aims to tackle national security concerns surrounding Chinese ownership of TikTok. Lawmakers are expressing worries about TikTok’s susceptibility to…

There was once uproar over an oft-quoted, perhaps misquoted, line from Marie Antoinette of “let them eat cake.” But these days, the controversy is not about cake, but over a C-suite Kellogg executive’s advice on consuming cereal. “We got to reach the consumer where they are. So we’re advertising about cereal for dinner,” WK Kellogg…

More than 350 LGBTQIA+ organizations are calling for the immediate removal of Oklahoma’s Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters, according to ABC News. The push for Walters’ resignation comes in the form of an open letter, which claims that Walters is “fostering a culture of violence against the 2SLGBTQI+ community in Oklahoma schools.” LGBTQ advocates,…