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The Development-Governance Paradox: Why 83% of AI Funding in Africa Goes to Just Four Countries — and What That Means for Continental AI Policy

African nations face a complex challenge in technology leadership today. The African Union adopted an ambitious continental AI policy in July 2024. This strategy aims to harness digital innovation across fifty-five member states. However, ambitious ideals quickly clash with severe infrastructure deficits across the continent. Most developing countries lack the compute power needed for complex […]

September 4, 2026 wp_regulating_ai

Blogs

The Federal vs. State AI Regulatory War in the U.S.: Who Will Control the Rules of the Road for AI?

The United States faces a mounting conflict over who governs automated systems. State legislatures across the country are moving fast to pass strict AI laws. Meanwhile, federal agencies struggle to establish uniform rules for tech companies. States pass local bills while Congress remains divided on key proposals. This jurisdictional battle creates a complex legal environment […]

September 4, 2026 wp_regulating_ai

News

The Global Brussels Effect: How the EU AI Act Is Reshaping Corporate Compliance

The EU AI Act’s Growing Global Influence The European Union’s landmark Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act) is fundamentally transforming business operations well beyond Europe’s borders. A comprehensive report published by the Thomson Reuters Foundation reveals that companies worldwide are proactively aligning their internal systems with emerging European AI standards. This rapid global adoption demonstrates […]

August 29, 2026 wp_regulating_ai

News

US Pressures Global Allies to Pick Sides in AI Rivalry with China

The global race for artificial intelligence leadership has reached an intense turning point. Washington is now demanding that foreign allies pick a definitive side. American officials drafted letters warning partner countries against joining competing Chinese initiatives. This diplomatic push rapidly reshapes tech policy in 2026 and international supply chain agreements. American diplomats sent draft notices […]

August 17, 2026 wp_regulating_ai

News

Local Governments Are Using AI More and More: Are They Doing It Wisely?

Local municipal governments adopt automated technologies to improve public services every day. City managers deploy algorithms to monitor traffic lights and scan for road potholes. Chatbots handle citizen inquiries around the clock without human intervention. However, rapid technology adoption raises significant public trust and transparency concerns. Enacting clear AI laws ensures local algorithms serve the […]

August 10, 2026 wp_regulating_ai

Press Release

U.S. and ASEAN Leaders Unite to Accelerate AI Investment and Innovation Across Southeast Asia

The U.S.–ASEAN Business Council and the ASEAN Committee in Washington, D.C., in partnership with Knowledge Networks, convened the US–ASEAN AI Cooperation Forum 2025 at Google’s Washington office to deepen collaboration on artificial intelligence (AI) and technology investment between the United States and Southeast Asia. ASEAN—the Association of Southeast Asian Nations—represents 10 member countries with over […]