Virginia lawmakers have asked the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission to study how colleges use artificial intelligence. Del. Amy Laufer pushed for the research, which will cover academic integrity, data privacy, access, transparency, and faculty autonomy. University of Virginia experts say informed decisions about AI use are important for students and the future workforce.
Chicago-area community colleges are also preparing students for AI-driven jobs. Moraine Valley Community College joined a national commission on the future of work, while City Colleges of Chicago launched its first AI degree program at Wilbur Wright College in fall 2026. Instructors at these institutions stress that ethics and responsible use must be taught alongside technical skills.
On the policy front, Senator John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, said he believes President Trump is willing to listen to concerns about AI regulation. Thune has introduced bills requiring the government to assess AI risks and benefits and has called for more investment in education to help workers adapt. His comments came as the White House prepares to unveil a new AI policy.
Representative Ted Lieu, who chairs the House Democratic Commission on AI, warns that AI risks are no longer science fiction. He is working on bipartisan legislation that could let the government slow or stop dangerous AI models. Lieu also pushed for a ban on AI in nuclear launch decisions, saying the technology could lead to a loss of control if left unchecked.
AI leaders are set to brief the UN Security Council on safety concerns around artificial intelligence. Tristan Harris from the Center for Humane Technology says many people in tech are calling for an AI slowdown. The meeting underscores growing worry about the risks of advanced AI systems and the need for international coordination.
OpenAI proposed principles for third-party assessments to help AI labs train and deploy models safely. The company said it supports independent assessors and shared international standards for AI safety. This came after California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order for an AI safety board, while President Trump rejected a national AI safety board proposal.
Alibaba announced its Zhenwu V900 chip at its Hangzhou conference, calling it the most powerful AI chip in China today. The company also plans to train a model with 5 to 10 trillion parameters and expects to grow its computing power to over 20 gigawatts by 2032, signaling a major push in AI infrastructure.
Centralia became one of the few cities to adopt an AI policy for its staff. The Centralia City Council approved the policy to guide employees on using AI transparently and fairly. The policy was developed with help from the University of Missouri's AI research team. A national survey found only one third of public sector leaders have a defined AI policy.
Silicon Valley launched the Horowitz Andreesen Academy on September 22 to train high school graduates in hands-on AI skills. The residential campus in San Francisco will offer a two-year program starting in 2028, with guest lecturers including Jensen Huang of NVIDIA, Satya Nadella of Microsoft, and Mira Murati. Companies like NVIDIA, OpenAI, Google, Meta, and Anthropic will partner to provide real-world work experience. A16z has invested $35 million in the project, and the first year will offer full tuition waivers.
An opinion piece argues that AI could make markets more efficient but also more fragile. As more firms use similar AI models and data, they may interpret information and react to risk in the same way, leading to synchronized repositioning and sudden liquidity problems during stressed markets. The author calls for cognitive diversification and meaningful human oversight of AI-driven decisions.
Key Takeaways
- Virginia lawmakers asked JLARC to study AI use in higher education, focusing on academic integrity, data privacy, and faculty autonomy.
- Chicago colleges are launching AI degree programs and commissions to prepare students for AI-driven jobs, with ethics training alongside technical skills.
- Senator Thune says President Trump is willing to listen on AI guardrails and has introduced bills requiring AI risk assessment.
- Representative Ted Lieu warns AI risks are urgent and is pushing bipartisan legislation to slow or stop dangerous AI models, plus a ban on AI in nuclear launch decisions.
- AI leaders including Tristan Harris will brief the UN Security Council on safety risks, with calls for an AI slowdown.
- OpenAI proposed third-party assessment principles for AI safety, following California's AI safety board order and Trump's rejection of a national board.
- Alibaba unveiled its Zhenwu V900 chip, plans a 5-10 trillion parameter model, and aims for over 20 gigawatts of computing power by 2032.
- Centralia adopted an AI policy for city staff, developed with the University of Missouri, as only one third of public sector leaders have such policies.
- The Horowitz Andreesen Academy launched with $35 million from a16z, partnering with NVIDIA, OpenAI, Google, Meta, and Anthropic to train high school graduates in AI skills starting 2028.
- AI in markets may create cognitive convergence and synchronized repositioning, increasing fragility and the need for human oversight.
Virginia lawmakers push study on AI in higher education
Virginia lawmakers have asked JLARC to study how colleges use AI. Del. Amy Laufer pushed for the study. The research will cover academic integrity, data privacy, access, transparency, and faculty autonomy. UVA experts say informed decisions about AI are important for students and the workforce.
Chicago colleges build AI training for students and workers
Chicago-area community colleges are preparing students for AI-driven jobs. Moraine Valley Community College joined a national commission on the future of work. City Colleges of Chicago launched its first AI degree program at Wilbur Wright College in fall 2026. Instructors stress ethics and responsible use alongside technical skills.
AI leaders to brief UN Security Council on safety risks
AI leaders will brief the UN Security Council about safety concerns around artificial intelligence. Tristan Harris from the Center for Humane Technology says many in tech are calling for an AI slowdown. The meeting highlights growing worry about the risks of advanced AI systems.
Alibaba reveals powerful chip and big AI model plans
Alibaba announced its Zhenwu V900 chip at its Hangzhou conference. The company says it is the most powerful AI chip in China today. Alibaba also plans to train a model with 5 to 10 trillion parameters. The company expects to grow its computing power to over 20 gigawatts by 2032.
Ted Lieu says AI risks are real and urgent
Rep. Ted Lieu says AI risks are no longer science fiction. He chairs the House Democratic Commission on AI and warns about losing control of the technology. He is working on bipartisan legislation that could let the government slow or stop dangerous AI models. He also pushed a ban on AI in nuclear launch decisions.
Advyzon and AIM Win Three 2026 Wealthies Awards
Advyzon and its investment management platform AIM won three awards at the 2026 Wealth Management Industry Awards. The wins included Best Wealth Management Technology, Best Investment Management Platform, and Best Overall Wealth Management Firm. This marks the third year in a row the company has been recognized for excellence in the industry.
AI Could Make Markets More Efficient but Also More Fragile
An opinion piece argues that AI may make markets more informationally efficient but also more vulnerable. As more firms use similar AI models and data, they may interpret information and react to risk in the same way. This cognitive convergence could lead to synchronized repositioning and sudden liquidity problems during stressed markets. The author calls for cognitive diversification and meaningful human oversight of AI-driven decisions.
Thune Believes Trump Will Listen on AI Guardrails
Senator John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, said he believes President Trump is willing to listen to concerns about AI regulation. Thune has introduced bills requiring the government to assess AI risks and benefits. He also called for more investment in education to help workers adapt. His comments came as the White House prepares to unveil a new AI policy.
Centralia Adopts AI Policy for City Staff
Centralia became one of the few cities to adopt an AI policy for its staff. The Centralia City Council approved the policy to guide employees on using AI transparently, fairly, and in line with the city's values. The policy was developed with help from the University of Missouri's AI research team. According to a national survey, only one third of public sector leaders have a defined AI policy.
OpenAI Recruits External Watchdogs to Police AI Risk
OpenAI proposed principles for third-party assessments to help AI labs train and deploy models safely. The company said it supports independent assessors and shared international standards for AI safety. This came after OpenAI suggested the United States lead global technical standards for AI development. The proposals followed California Governor Gavin Newsom signing an executive order for an AI safety board and President Trump rejecting a national AI safety board proposal.
Silicon Valley launches free AI academy with big tech leaders
Venture capital firm Andreesen Horowitz launched the Horowitz Andreesen Academy (HAA) on September 22 to train high school graduates in hands-on AI skills. The school will operate as a residential campus in San Francisco with a two-year program starting in 2028. Famous tech leaders including Jensen Huang of NVIDIA, Satya Nadella of Microsoft, and Mira Murati will serve as guest lecturers. Companies like NVIDIA, OpenAI, Google, Meta, and Anthropic will partner to provide real-world work experience. The first year will offer full tuition waivers, and a16z has invested $35 million in the project.
Sources
- State government calls for study on AI use in Virginia colleges
- How Chicago-Area Colleges Are Preparing for AI
- Video AI leaders to brief UN Security Council amid safety concerns
- Alibaba unveils what it calls China’s most powerful chip and ambitious AI model plans
- Ted Lieu: AI risks are ‘no longer in the realm of science fiction’
- Advyzon and Advyzon Investment Management (AIM) Win Three 2026 Wealthies Awards as AIM Extends Three-Year Winning Streak
- Opinion: AI could make markets more efficient — and more fragile
- Exclusive: Thune believes Trump is willing to listen on AI guardrails
- 'An extra layer of protection': Centralia adopts AI policy for city staff
- OpenAI Recruits External Watchdogs to Police AI Risk
- "Zero Tuition, Lessons from Jensen Huang... What Is Silicon Valley’s Ambitious 'AI School'?"
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