OpenAI asks for more funding for CAISSI

Key Takeaways

• CAISSI, a Commerce Department AI safety center, now reports informally to the White House, raising independence concerns
• The center has no permanent leader and halted its research reports after two director departures in one year
• CAISSI's $10 million annual budget is about one-eighth of the UK's equivalent AI safety body
• OpenAI asked policymakers for more money and support for the division
• The White House said Trump formally established a Super Intelligence Force to ensure US leadership in AI

US AI safety center staff now report to White House

The Center for Advancing Innovation and Standards for Super Intelligence, called CAISSI, is a small Commerce Department division that checks if new AI products are safe. Its staff were recently asked to report informally to a White House office. Former officials said this move raises concerns about political influence over AI safety decisions. Critics worry findings could be changed or hidden to favor the tech industry.

US AI safety center lacks leader and halts research reports

CAISSI, a tiny US government division, has no permanent leader and has stopped publishing its research on AI safety. Officials with the center were asked to report to the White House on an informal basis. The center has a $10 million annual budget, about one-eighth of its United Kingdom counterpart. In April, its director was fired within days, and a replacement resigned months later.

US AI safety center reporting to White House raises concerns

The Center for Advancing Innovation and Standards for Super Intelligence, or CAISSI, checks new AI offerings for safety but now lacks a permanent leader. Staff were asked to report to the White House, sparking debate over independence. Caroline Siegel Singh of the Federation of American Scientists said nonpartisan experts are needed to serve the public. The center's budget is $10 million per year.

Who decides AI safety as White House steps in

Under President Joe Biden, leading AI companies agreed to share details with a Commerce Department division and follow safety guidelines. Under Trump, companies were asked to practice tremendous self-policing, but the administration has not said how it will monitor them. Many AI models now work as black boxes where the inner workings are unknown. Sayash Kapoor of UC Berkeley said there is no standard process for testing AI agents in the real world.

US AI safety staff report to White House amid concerns

CAISSI, an independent Commerce Department division, is responsible for assessing AI safety but has no permanent leader. Officials were asked to report to the White House, raising independence concerns. In August, Congress began questioning why the center stopped releasing reports on AI system safety. OpenAI asked policymakers for more money and support for the division. The White House said Trump created a Super Intelligence Force to ensure US leadership in AI.

CAISSI Faces White House Reporting and Leadership Turmoil

CAISSI, a federal AI evaluation center inside the Commerce Department, now reports informally to the White House. The center has gone through two directors in one year and has stopped publishing its research. Its parent institute head is now serving as acting director. The White House said President Trump formally established the Super Intelligence Force. The reporting raises concerns about the center's independence and credibility.

Mamdani Blasts Google for Bullying Schools Over AI

New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized Google for cutting off search access to schools that restrict its AI features. Google announced it would disable AI tools in schools unless administrators choose them on. If schools block all AI features, Google Search would also be disabled. Mamdani called this an attempt to use monopoly power to force AI into public schools. A 2024 ruling found Google held an illegal monopoly in search.

Google Refuses to Let Users Turn Off AI Overviews

Google is facing backlash for refusing to offer an AI-free search experience, especially in schools. Senator Bernie Sanders and NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized the company for dictating how children are taught. Google said AI Mode and AI Overviews help with guided learning. Competitors like DuckDuckGo say there is no technical reason Google cannot turn off AI Overviews. Schools could switch to alternative search engines if they chose.

Nvidia Investigates Jensen Huang's Ties to Alleged Spy

Nvidia announced it is investigating CEO Jensen Huang's relationship with Alice Huang, a Megaspeed executive allegedly recruited by China's Ministry of State Security. The NVIDIA Board is launching an independent investigation led by a committee of independent directors and outside counsel. The board said it has no reason to believe national security or Nvidia secrets were compromised. Jensen Huang fully supports the review and will cooperate.

Nvidia Board Probes Huang's Relationship With Alleged Spy

Nvidia's board is probing CEO Jensen Huang over his relationship with an alleged spy linked to China's intelligence efforts. Huang acknowledged Sunday that he was unfaithful to his wife. He plans to remain as CEO without interruption during the investigation. A spokesperson said the news will not slow Nvidia. Analysts say the matter could cloud Nvidia's stock for some time.

Microsoft patent lets users earn money by lending idle GPUs for AI training

Microsoft filed a patent that could pay users to rent out their idle GPUs for AI training. The system breaks large AI tasks into smaller micro-tasks and sends them to devices during spare time. Users must authorize the process and can receive credits, software, or money in return. Microsoft would act as a middleman for third-party companies that need GPU resources but lack the computing power. The system monitors factors like GPU usage, temperature, and power consumption to avoid disrupting normal device use.

Conexus Indiana launches AI maturity assessment tool for small manufacturers

Conexus Indiana released an AI Maturity Assessment tool to help small and mid-size manufacturing and logistics companies gauge their AI progress. Companies receive scores compared to averages from similar-sized Indiana businesses across depth of use, commitment, and readiness. The 2026 AI Benchmarking Report found that 57 percent of small-company AI projects cost less than $25,000 in the first year. Small companies are experimenting with AI more than large ones but are less likely to have it running in production. The assessment pairs each company with resources like guides, workshops, and training options to help them grow.

AI server royalties could boost Arm stock as phone revenue slows

Arm Holdings reported Q2 fiscal 2027 revenue of $1.44 billion and six-month revenue of $2.73 billion. Data center and AI-related royalties are growing fast and helping offset pressure on smartphone royalties. The company plans to launch the Arm AGI CPU in 2027 as a key driver for server-related income. Net income for the quarter fell to $130 million from $238 million a year earlier. The shift toward AI server royalties is reshaping Arm's investment story away from its phone business.

Wall Street selling AI stocks as AMD and Palantir post record quarters

AMD and Palantir both reported record quarters, yet their stocks are declining. Palantir carries a valuation of 228 times earnings, while AMD trades at about 110 times free cash flow but is catching up. Palantir's third-quarter revenue rose 95.9 percent to $2.313 billion, while AMD's Data Center revenue rose 97 percent to $8.546 billion. Palantir has a stronger balance sheet with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.031 and $10.4 billion in cash. The article suggests AMD may fit retirement portfolios better due to faster-rising earnings and lower valuation, while Palantir suits younger growth investors.

How to turn off Google Health's AI Coach feature

Google Health's AI Coach provides personalized guidance, but users can turn it off if they want a break. To disable it, users go to their profile in the Google Health app, navigate to Feature privacy controls, and select Turn off for Google Health Coach. Users can also change Coach messages to No Coach insights or adjust push notification settings. Turning off AI Coach requires canceling the Google Health Premium subscription since it is not included in the free tier. No previous data is deleted, and users can re-enable the feature at any time by tapping Unlock Coach.

iM Securities says AI investment fears are overblown after midterm results

iM Securities says fears that AI investment will slow down after the U.S. midterm elections are exaggerated. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index fell 11.4%, while the hyperscaler stock index rose 0.5%, showing a clear split in market reactions. Data center construction costs make up only about 11% of total hyperscaler spending, so delays in some areas will not stop major investment plans. Analysts say the AI investment boom is not ending, though spending growth rates may slow slightly.

HSBC shares soar but AI bubble risks may be overlooked

HSBC shares have nearly tripled over five years, but a potential AI bubble burst could pose hidden risks. The Bank of England warned about growing complex financing and circular investment in AI data centers. HSBC says its data center lending is very small and it is not a major player in the US or Asia. The bank reported strong wealth management growth with $95 billion in new money and offers a 4.3% dividend yield.

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• Staff at the US center for AI safety are reporting to the White House, raising independence concerns
• AP sources: Staff at U.S. center for AI safety are reporting to the White House, raising independence concerns
• Staff at the US center for AI safety are reporting to the White House, raising independence concerns
• Who decides what AI safety looks like has been up for grabs. The White House has been stepping in
• Staff at US center for AI safety reporting to White House, raising independence concerns
• CAISSI Reports to White House: 2 Sources [2026]
• Mamdani Blasts Google for Using Monopoly to Bully Schools That Ban AI
• It's Awful That Google Won't Just Let Users Turn Off AI Overviews
• Nvidia is investigating Jensen Huang’s relationship with a Chinese spy
• A new setback for the AI trade: Nvidia’s board is probing CEO Huang’s relationship with alleged spy
• Microsoft Could Let You Earn Money By Lending It Your Idle GPUs for AI Training
• New Tool Shows Manufacturing and Logistics Companies Where They Stand on AI
• AI Server Royalties Could Be A Game Changer For Arm Stock (ARM)
• Wall Street Is Dumping AI Stocks Even as Business Booms. Something Doesn't Add Up.
• Don't like Google Health's AI Coach? Here's how to turn it off
• iM Securities: "AI Investment Fears Overdone — Semiconductor Selloff Is Just a Speed Adjustment Signal"
• HSBC shares have been flying, but is the AI bubble a risk investors are overlooking?