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Senate Democrats Question Microsoft and Google Over AI Partnerships
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Ron Wyden have demanded transparency from Microsoft and Google regarding their investments in OpenAI and Anthropic, respectively. The lawmakers expressed concerns that these collaborations could violate antitrust laws and consolidate control over the AI market. The senators requested data on payments for computing resources, exclusivity rights, and shared personnel arrangements. The FTC previously warned such partnerships could harm market competition and consumer interests. Microsoft has invested billions in OpenAI, integrating its tools into Microsoft products, while Google has invested over $3 billion in Anthropic. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)
250 Latin American Outlets Embrace Journalism Trust Initiative
A growing number of media outlets across Latin America are adopting the Journalism Trust Initiative (JTI), a program led by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) that emphasizes transparency and ethical standards in journalism. To date, 14 outlets have achieved certification, while 250 have begun the process. Outlets report improvements in editorial independence, revenue transparency, and audience trust. Journalists emphasized the importance of JTI in countering misinformation and maintaining journalistic credibility in an increasingly algorithm-driven media environment. (Read More) (RSF Rating)
Federal Judge Orders Trump Administration to Restore AP’s White House Access
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration must reinstate the Associated Press’s access to key White House spaces, including the Oval Office and Air Force One. The ruling follows a lawsuit filed by the AP after reporters were banned for refusing to use the term “Gulf of America” in place of “Gulf of Mexico.” The judge stated the ban was a violation of First Amendment rights and noted the exclusion appeared to be retaliation against the AP’s editorial stance. The ruling is paused until April 13, pending appeal. (Read More) (The Hill Rating)
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