Congress Delays AI Regulation as Trump Opposes Rushed Rules

Key Takeaways

• House Democrats urge Speaker Johnson to delay recess until AI regulation passes, but Johnson and Trump oppose rushed rules
• David Sacks says Anthropic and OpenAI must make AI safe or stop, and opposes government regulation
• Manhattan DA seized 12 websites producing AI deepfakes of about 1,200 real people, including celebrities like Taylor Swift and Kanye West
• AI stocks dropped in Asia after CEOs including Amodei, Altman, and Musk called for slowing development
• Adobe reported Q3 revenue of $6.76 billion, beating estimates on strong AI product demand
• Insight Partners avoids overconcentrating on OpenAI and Anthropic despite their share of venture funding
• UTA launches bachelor's and master's AI for Business programs replacing its Business Analytics curriculum
• Trainocate Malaysia launched a seven-level AI training roadmap as global AI spending is projected at $2.59 trillion in 2026
• Microsoft prioritizes human well-being over AI innovation, CEO says
• AI SOC platforms shift from static playbooks to agentic investigation for handling rising alert volumes

Congress stalls on AI regulation as deadline nears

House Democrats are asking Speaker Mike Johnson to delay the congressional recess until lawmakers pass AI regulations. Johnson says Congress needs more time to get AI policy right and warns that rushing could hurt the U.S. race against China. President Trump also opposes quick regulation, saying the U.S. is leading in AI. The White House says it is working on an AI framework but details are unclear. Several legislative proposals are pending, ranging from transparency rules to a ban on superintelligent AI.

David Sacks says AI developers must ensure safety

David Sacks, a former Trump AI adviser, says fears about AI threats are overblown and development should continue. He believes AI companies like Anthropic and OpenAI must make their products safe or step aside. Sacks says government regulation is not needed and pausing AI development could let China gain an advantage. His comments come after Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warned of real dangers in AI. Sacks has investments in companies like Airbnb, SpaceX, and Facebook.

New York seizes celebrity deepfake websites

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office seized 12 websites that used AI to create fake nude images and videos of about 1,200 real people. The sites featured celebrities like Taylor Swift, Kanye West, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Operators used the sites to trick victims into sending money or sharing private information. The sites were taken down on Tuesday following a court order. The DA's office charged the operators with identity theft and forgery.

Manhattan DA seizes 12 illegal deepfake domains

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced the seizure of 12 domains selling AI-generated celebrity deepfake content. Investigators used AI tools to turn photos and videos of about 1,200 real people into fake sexual content without consent. The victims were mostly women and public figures including actors, athletes, and politicians. The DA's office urged victims to contact its Cyber Crime Bureau at 212-335-9600. The investigation remains ongoing and the domains will be monitored to prevent reappearance.

AI stocks fall as CEOs call for development slowdown

AI stocks dropped sharply in Asian markets after top lab CEOs called for slowing AI development. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warned of safety risks and potential loss of control over AI. OpenAI's Sam Altman and xAI's Elon Musk supported the call. Shares of SoftBank fell up to 13.2 percent in Japan. Chipmakers like Kioxia, Tokyo Electron, and Samsung also saw significant declines. Investors worried that slower development could affect the global semiconductor supply chain.

AI SOC platforms shift security investigations from static playbooks

AI SOC platforms are changing how security teams handle rising alert volumes. They use agentic investigation that can adapt to new evidence instead of following fixed playbooks. SOAR still works well for reliable response actions like isolating endpoints. The shift lets detection engineers focus more on coverage and tuning. Analysts also get a better handoff when investigations change direction.

UTA launches new AI degree programs for business students

The University of Texas at Arlington launched bachelor's and master's programs in AI for Business. The curriculum replaces Business Analytics and focuses on using AI for strategy and decision-making. It includes new courses, an advanced cloud computing elective, and AI seminars. The college also added certificate options for students and working professionals. Faculty redesigned the programs to keep up with generative AI and agentic AI advances.

Adobe revenue beats forecasts as AI products drive growth

Adobe reported third-quarter revenue of $6.76 billion, surpassing Wall Street estimates. Growth came from strong demand for AI-powered products and rising annual recurring revenue. The company continues adding AI tools to its creative software. It faces competition from Figma and Canva in the AI design market. Adobe guided fourth-quarter revenue of $6.80 to $6.85 billion and announced upcoming leadership changes.

Insight Partners keeps diversified AI investment strategy despite boom

Insight Partners co-manager Devin Parekh said the firm will not overconcentrate on OpenAI and Anthropic. The $90 billion firm believes diversification works better over the long term. Parekh noted that OpenAI and Anthropic attracted about half of all venture investments in early 2026. He warned that rapid funding rounds can lead to high valuations without new risk data. Insight Partners has returned over $20 billion to investors through sales and IPOs in the past two years.

Trainocate Malaysia launches 7-level AI training roadmap for enterprises

Trainocate Malaysia launched AI Training Roadmap 2026, a seven-level framework to close enterprise AI skills gaps. The levels range from AI Literacy to AI Ethics and Governance. It comes as global AI spending is projected to reach $2.59 trillion in 2026. McKinsey data shows many organizations have not yet scaled AI or seen profit impact. Programs are HRDC claimable and available as workshops, briefings, or bootcamps.

Microsoft says people matter more than AI

Microsoft is focusing on human well-being over AI innovation. CEO says the company is prioritizing people and jobs that work with AI. Microsoft is investing in AI research while also developing human skills. The company wants AI to benefit society, not just make profits. This approach is different from other tech companies and is being watched closely.

Sources

• As AI rhetoric heats up, Congress stalls on action
• It's up to AI developers to ensure their tech is safe, former Trump AI czar David Sacks says
• New York Seizes a Dozen Celebrity Deepfake Websites
• Manhattan D.A.’s Office Seizes Domains Of 12 Illegal Websites Selling AI-Generated “Deep Fakes”
• AI stocks crash as top lab CEOs demand emergency technology slowdown amid extinction fears
• AI SOC vs. SOAR: Augmentation or Replacement?
• UTA Launches AI Degree Programs For Business
• Adobe Revenue Surpasses Forecasts on AI Demand
• Insight Partners maintains diversified AI investment strategy
• Trainocate Malaysia Launches AI Training Roadmap 2026, a 7-Level Framework to Close the Enterprise AI Skills Gap
• Microsoft: "People matter more than AI"