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Study committees and task forces give lawmakers time to understand AI before writing laws. That leads to smarter, more targeted policy instead of sweeping rules that could cause unintended harm. Read more: ccianet.org/library/ccia...

Australia expected to Decide on Streaming Rules; Companies Send Joint Letter - CCIA Washington – Australia is expected to vote Monday or Tuesday on an amendment to an audiovisual bill that would require streaming services to fund the creation

In a joint letter to Australian policymakers, CCIA noted this regulation would conflict with the Australia-United States Free Trade Agreement and cost streaming services an estimated $1 billion by 2030.
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Troubling Content Quotas Down Under The Australian Content Requirements for Subscription Video on Demand Bill 2025 (ACO Bill), introduced earlier this month in the Parliament of Australia, would require large video-streaming platforms…

Australia’s content requirements would require large video-streaming platforms to spend either 10% of their Australian expenditures or 7.5% of their Australian revenues on locally produced original programs. truthonthemarket.com/2025/11/17/t...

Some bills would restrict or ban chatbots that kids can use. Protecting kids is essential, but broad bans could take away helpful educational and mental-health tools without solving the underlying risks. Learn more: ccianet.org/news/2025/11...

Build your AI career path with AWS's new certification and hands-on learning experiences AWS addresses the critical AI skills gap by enabling professionals at any level to develop valuable expertise for today's high-demand roles.

To lead in the age of #AI, we must close the skills gap. AWS is launching new free courses and a certification program to empower the workforce with critical AI skills. #TechForGood
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CCIA 2025 AI Landscape - CCIA Computer & Communication Industry Association

Deepfake misuse is a real threat to trust and safety. But many state bills place blame on the platforms instead of the individuals creating the harm. Effective policy should go after bad actors – not slow innovation. See our analysis: ccianet.org/library/ccia...

Watermarking all AI-generated content sounds simple, but it doesn’t solve the real problem. Watermarks can be removed and they don’t work well for text or audio. We need solutions that increase trust, not confusion. Read the report: ccianet.org/library/ccia...

Australia expected to Decide on Streaming Rules; Companies Send Joint Letter - CCIA Washington – Australia is expected to vote Monday or Tuesday on an amendment to an audiovisual bill that would require streaming services to fund the creation

CCIA signed a joint letter noting a proposed amendment to an Australian audiovisual bill - that is expected to see a vote today or tomorrow - would conflict with the Australia-United States Free Trade Agreement and cost streaming services an estimated $1 billion by 2030.
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CCIA Urges Progress on Digital Trade Barriers Ahead of U.S.-EU Trade Talks - CCIA Washington – The Computer & Communications Industry Association called for renewed progress on addressing barriers to digital trade ahead of Ambassador

U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick, will attend a gathering of EU trade ministers next Monday in Brussels. CCIA urges attendants to address unjustified digital trade barriers that shut out U.S. innovators. ccianet.org/news/2025/11...

Some proposals would make AI developers liable for how others use their tools. That’s like holding car manufacturers responsible for every traffic accident. Accountability must be placed where harm is caused. Learn more: ccianet.org/news/2025/11...

Google: How AI is Going to Supercharge Wildlife Conservation A new study from Google examines how AI and cutting-edge technologies can better protect biodiversity and address the global nature crisis with open data

To protect our planet, we need smarter tools. Google is supercharging conservation, deploying #AI to help researchers analyze data and protect wildlife faster than ever. See the impact on biodiversity:
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In New York, CCIA opposed the RAISE Act (A 6453), which could hold #AI developers liable for outcomes beyond their control and restrict safe research. We urged lawmakers to adopt clear, targeted rules that protect against harm without stifling innovation. ccianet.org/library/ccia...

CCIA 2025 AI Landscape - CCIA Computer & Communication Industry Association

In New Hampshire, CCIA worked with state leaders on HB 143 to address chatbot and automation liability. The final bill reflects stakeholder-recommended improvements, helping protect access to useful digital tools while limiting undue legal risk. ccianet.org/library/ccia...

CCIA Urges Canada to Align AI Strategy With Global Norms, Warns Against "Canada-Specific" Rules - CCIA Washington - In new comments filed with the Canadian government, the Computer & Communications Industry Association urged Ottawa to anchor its National AI

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CCIA urged Canada to base its National AI Strategy on international standards, fostering innovation and deepening U.S.-Canada AI collaboration. We cautioned against bespoke rules or data localization mandates that could fragment markets, deter talent, and isolate Canadian innovators. 1/2

CCIA 2025 AI Landscape - CCIA Computer & Communication Industry Association

In New Hampshire, CCIA worked with state leaders on HB 143 to address chatbot and automation liability. The final bill reflects stakeholder-recommended improvements, helping protect access to useful digital tools while limiting undue legal risk. ccianet.org/library/ccia...

CCIA Urges Progress on Digital Trade Barriers Ahead of U.S.-EU Trade Talks - CCIA Washington – The Computer & Communications Industry Association called for renewed progress on addressing barriers to digital trade ahead of Ambassador

This includes including discrimination under platform regulations, cloud computing, network usage fees, and satellite regulation. Learn more: ccianet.org/news/2025/11...

Success in US-EU trade talks in Brussels next week requires turning the Framework Agreement signed in August into concrete actions to address unjustified digital trade barriers that shut out U.S. innovators.

AI Is an Economic Engine Propelling Productivity and Wages Up, and Prices Down - CCIA Picture America in 1905. Horse-drawn carriages still clip-clop down Main Street. A few noisy contraptions sputter by, derided as rich men’s toys. Within a

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In 1905, when horse-drawn carriages still dominated, cars were derided as rich men’s toys. Critics tallied lost buggy-whip jobs, missing the bigger picture—cars created millions of new roles, raised pay, and expanded consumer access. #AI is today’s engine, not the buggy whip. 1/2

This includes including discrimination under platform regulations, cloud computing, network usage fees, and satellite regulation. See more: ccianet.org/news/2025/11...

Success in US-EU trade talks in Brussels next week requires turning the Framework Agreement signed in August into concrete actions to address unjustified digital trade barriers that shut out U.S. innovators.

CCIA 2025 AI Landscape - CCIA Computer & Communication Industry Association

In California, CCIA joined coalition efforts as lawmakers advanced SB 53 & SB 243, promoting transparency in high-risk #AI systems and safeguarding young users. We support a balanced, risk-based approach that adapts to evolving AI developments. ccianet.org/library/ccia...

CCIA 2025 AI Landscape - CCIA Computer & Communication Industry Association

As these conversations continue, it’s essential that legislation be precise, risk-based, and workable in practice,” notes Megan Stokes, CCIA’s Director of State Policy. ccianet.org/library/ccia... 2/2

CCIA has monitored the 2025 surge of state #AI legislation. “Policymakers across the country are working to understand how best to address emerging AI use cases. 1/2

Beyond Limits: Cities Large and Small Put AI to Use As governments at all levels continue to embrace new developments in artificial intelligence, cities are using automation for everything from reducing first responder paperwork to streamlined…

Smart tech is creating smarter cities. American communities are using AI to solve complex urban challenges and improve the quality of life for residents. Check out how government is getting more efficient: www.govtech.com/artificial-i...

CCIA Files Reply Brief in Texas to Block Unconstitutional App Store Law - CCIA Washington - The Computer & Communications Industry Association filed its reply brief today in its effort to block Texas’s unconstitutional mobile app

CCIA is asking the court to grant a preliminary injunction until its full case against the Act can be heard. ccianet.org/news/2025/11... 2/2

CCIA Files Reply Brief in Texas to Block Unconstitutional App Store Law - CCIA Washington - The Computer & Communications Industry Association filed its reply brief today in its effort to block Texas’s unconstitutional mobile app

CCIA has filed its reply brief to block Texas’s SB2420 from taking effect on January 1. The law would impose sweeping #AgeVerification mandates, parental gatekeeping for most apps, and compelled “age-rating” speech from developers. 1/2

CCIA 2025 AI Landscape - CCIA Computer & Communication Industry Association

Nearly every state introduced AI-related bills this year. That level of activity shows how quickly policy is forming – but rushed rules could hold back progress and limit useful tools. Thoughtful, balanced approaches matter. Read the full landscape: ccianet.org/library/ccia...

CCIA Report Highlights Rapid Growth of State AI Legislation, Key Trends in California, New York, and New Hampshire - CCIA Washington – The Computer & Communications Industry Association released a report today examining the 2025 surge of state-level legislation introduced to

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