May 15th, 2025 - Buyouts, Bans, and Bipartisanship in A.I.

Your fast, focused update on the world of artificial intelligence.

In today’s episode:

Databricks to Buy Startup Neon for $1 Billion
https://www.wsj.com/articles/databricks-to-buy-startup-neon-for-1-billion-fdded971

Republicans propose prohibiting US states from regulating AI for 10 years
https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/may/14/republican-budget-bill-ai-laws

AMD Stock Jumps as Chip Designer Announces New $6B Buyback Plan
https://www.investopedia.com/amd-stock-jumps-as-chip-designer-announces-new-usd6b-buyback-plan-11734508

The “TAKE IT DOWN Act” Goes Up to President Trump’s Desk for Signature
https://www.wsgr.com/en/insights/the-take-it-down-act-goes-up-to-president-trumps-desk-for-signature.html

TAKE IT DOWN Act
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TAKE_IT_DOWN_Act

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