DecadeLong

"Fugitive Who Faked Death Faces Jury in Shocking Rape Trial After Decade-Long Manhunt"

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SALT LAKE CITY — Jury selection commenced on Monday in a high-profile rape trial involving a man accused of evading law enforcement by faking his own death. Nicholas Rossi, who is legally known as Nicholas Alahverdian, faces allegations of raping an ex-girlfriend in September 2008. The trial in Utah is expected to feature opening statements later this week. The woman, referred to in court documents as K.P., became involved with Rossi during the summer of 2008 after connecting on the social media platform MySpace. She subsequently ended the relationship due to his aggressive behavior and … Read more

Republican Rift: Conservatives Clash Over AI Regulation as Senate Kills Decade-Long Moratorium

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NEW YORK — A contentious proposal aimed at delaying state regulation of artificial intelligence for a decade appeared to be gaining traction within the U.S. Senate as part of a broader Republican tax and spending initiative supported by President Donald Trump. However, increasing opposition from various conservative factions led to a significant decline in support for the measure. As discussions progressed toward a final vote, a coalition of conservative governors, lawmakers, think tanks, and advocacy groups mounted a vigorous campaign against the proposed moratorium. Conservative activist Mike Davis took to social media, calling on followers … Read more

Congress Moves to Institute Decade-Long AI Regulation Moratorium, Sparking Concerns Over Consumer Protections and Accountability

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Washington, D.C. — A ten-year prohibition on state laws governing artificial intelligence is embedded in the latest iteration of a sweeping budget proposal championed by Senate Republicans. This moratorium raises alarms among various lawmakers and civil advocacy organizations, who are concerned about the potential implications for consumer protections. Supporters of the provision assert that it will prevent AI companies from being overwhelmed by a patchwork of state regulations. However, critics warn that, if enacted, this measure could exempt major technology firms from essential state-level legal protections for an extended period, all while failing to establish … Read more

Congressional Budget Bill Sparks Fierce Debate Over Decade-Long AI Regulation Freeze, Igniting Bipartisan Backlash

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Washington, D.C. — The U.S. House of Representatives advanced a significant budget reconciliation bill this week, introducing a contentious clause that would enact a ten-year federal ban on state and local regulation of artificial intelligence (AI). This provision has drawn wide-ranging criticism from state leaders, advocacy groups, and some Senate members, raising questions about its viability. The extensive 1,116-page document includes Section 43201(c), which specifically prevents any state or local entity from enforcing regulations on AI technologies, models, or automated decision-making systems for a decade after the bill’s approval. Supporters of the moratorium, predominantly Republican … Read more