Author Archives: Yves Smith

How States Are Placing Restrictions on AI in the Absence of Strong Federal Regulation

Yves here. On the one hand, it is gratifying to see that some curbs are being put on AI, even if in a piecemeal fashion by states. Restrictions on AI use in medicine, for instance, will tend to have broader impact since most providers are national and will find it too costly to run a […]

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As Tariffs Bite and Jobs Stall, New Interactive Tool Tracks How Much Trump and GOP Are Raising the Cost of Living

As Trump’s new tariffs are about to squeeze American wallets even harder, a new tool helps keep track of the damage.

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