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CT bill on deepfakes may impact free speech, says CDT
Today, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) presented its testimony to the Connecticut Joint Committee on Government Administration and Elections.
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Critics voice concerns over proposed Kids Off Social Media Act
The Senate Commerce Committee is reviewing the "Kids Off Social Media" Act of 2025 (KOSMA), which aims to restrict children under 13 from accessing specific social media platforms.
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Lawsuits question privacy rights under Trump administration
In recent developments, two lawsuits have been filed questioning whether the Trump Administration is infringing upon established privacy rights.
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Trump administration's PCLOB dismissals risk EU-U.S. data transfer agreement
The Centre for Democracy & Technology (CDT) Europe has resumed its activities with a full team at the start of 2025.
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CFPB activities halted by acting director amid privacy protection concerns
President Trump's new acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, has issued an order to halt indefinitely "all rulemaking, communications, litigation, and other activities" at the agency.
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CFPB halts operations under new acting director Scott Bessent
President Trump's new acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, has issued an order to indefinitely halt "all rulemaking, communications, litigation, and other activities" at the agency.
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Coalition urges Congress to protect PCLOB's independence after member dismissals
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT), along with 27 civil society organizations, has issued a letter to Congressional leaders expressing concern over the recent dismissal of three members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board...
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European policymakers address key issues in artificial intelligence regulations
Policymakers in Europe are actively engaging with developments in artificial intelligence, as detailed in the latest bulletin from CDT Europe.
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Ongoing challenges persist in passing comprehensive US privacy legislation
Fighting for privacy rights remains a challenging endeavor.
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Trump rescinds Biden's executive order on artificial intelligence
President Trump has rescinded the Biden Administration's Executive Order for Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence.
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CDT outlines priorities under new Trump administration
As the Trump Administration begins its term, the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) outlines its strategic focus in response to the changing political landscape.
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CDT Europe submits feedback on GPAI model code draft
The Centre for Democracy and Technology (CDT) Europe has submitted its feedback on the second draft of the Code of Practice for General-Purpose AI (GPAI) Models.
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Education department releases guidelines on ethical AI use in schools
In October 2024, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) released its Toolkit for Safe, Ethical, and Equitable AI Integration.
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CDT criticizes Trump's threat against privacy board members
Earlier today, the New York Times reported that President Trump threatened to terminate Democratic Members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) if they do not resign by January 23.
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Centre urges clear guidelines on EU's upcoming prohibited AI practices
The Centre for Democracy and Technology Europe (CDT Europe) has engaged in the European Commission's public consultation on prohibited AI practices under Article 5 of the AI Act.
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Podcast explores implications of algorithmic resignation with expert insight
In a recent episode of CDT's Tech Talks podcast, hosted by Jamal Magby, the intriguing topic of algorithmic resignation was discussed.
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Report explores varied approaches for assessing AI systems
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has released a report titled "Assessing AI: Surveying the Spectrum of Approaches to Understanding and Auditing AI Systems."
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CDT submits input on ethical guidelines for pervasive data research
The Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) has submitted comments to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) regarding ethical guidelines for research using pervasive data.
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Survey reveals tech use concerns in K-12 education
Today, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) released a survey highlighting the widespread use of advanced technologies in K-12 schools.
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Civil rights risks for immigrant K-12 students in AI-powered campuses
Ongoing discussions have raised questions about the intersection of immigration and K-12 education, particularly focusing on immigrant children in schools.