In today's episode, we delve into the U.S. House's approval of a budget bill imposing a 10-year moratorium on state AI laws, sparking a heated debate on innovation versus regulation. We also explore the U.S. Commerce Department's reversal of the 'AI Diffusion Rule' and its implications for international AI policy. Plus, Utah's pioneering Artificial Intelligence Policy Act sets new consumer protection standards, challenging federal oversight. Join us as we unpack these pivotal developments in AI governance.

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