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Investors push Alphabet for clearer controls on government use of its cloud and AI, while EU lawmakers miss a deal on changes to the AI Act — extending regulatory uncertainty for companies deploying high-risk systems.

Show Notes

Story 1 — Alphabet investors push for safeguards on cloud and AI
A shareholder coalition is asking Alphabet to explain how it governs government use of its cloud and AI technology, citing concerns about surveillance and contract guardrails.

Story 2 — EU AI rules talks stall
EU countries and lawmakers failed to reach a deal on a watered-down version of the AI Act after 12 hours of negotiations, with talks set to resume next month.

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