California's Diablo Canyon nuclear facility has become the first in the U.S. to use AI tools for managing technical documentation, marking a significant advancement in the energy sector's adoption of AI technology. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is reportedly utilizing AI to monitor communications in a federal agency, specifically targeting anti-Trump sentiments, as stated by various sources.

In tech news, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is under U.S. investigation and may face fines exceeding $1 billion, reflecting heightened scrutiny of global tech firms. Concurrently, Taiwan's National Security Bureau has accused China of deploying generative AI for disinformation campaigns intended to sow discord within Taiwan. AI company Anthropic is planning significant expansion in Europe, creating over 100 jobs in Dublin and London to satisfy the growing demand for advanced AI solutions.

In venture capital, Andreessen Horowitz is looking to raise a $20 billion megafund to invest in U.S. AI startups, demonstrating strong global interest in AI investments. The European Commission is actively seeking startups’ input to alleviate the regulatory burdens of the AI Act, especially for smaller firms, as part of efforts to support compliance.

On the legislative front, Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ron Wyden are investigating partnerships between tech giants like Microsoft and OpenAI, and Google and Anthropic, raising concerns about antitrust implications and potential effects on market competition. Additionally, the White House has directed federal agencies to appoint chief AI officers to foster responsible AI implementation and improve ethical standards in governance.

Lastly, Chinese autonomous driving technology firm DeepRoute.ai is teaming up with Qualcomm to develop affordable advanced driver assistance solutions leveraging Snapdragon platforms, highlighting ongoing innovations in the autonomous driving sector.

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