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Ryan Callahan
Ryan Callahan
Technology & Regulation Writer

Ryan covers tech policy, Silicon Valley regulation, cybersecurity, and the politics of artificial intelligence.

246 articles published

Isaacman backs Musk's orbital data centers amid NIMBY backlash
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Isaacman backs Musk's orbital data centers amid NIMBY backlash
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman's support for space-based AI data centers aligns with his vision of expanding human ci
How Digital Convenience Is Fueling America's Loneliness Epidemic
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How Digital Convenience Is Fueling America's Loneliness Epidemic
John Mac Ghlionn contends that modern American life, optimized for convenience, has traded real relationships for digita
Tesla Debuts Steering-Wheel-Free Cybercab Fleet in Austin Amid Safety Doubts
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Tesla Debuts Steering-Wheel-Free Cybercab Fleet in Austin Amid Safety Doubts
Tesla rolled out its steering-wheel-free Cybercab service in Austin, betting riders will overcome fears of driverless ca
FBI Probes Massive Driver's License Leak Tied to ID Verification Firm
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FBI Probes Massive Driver's License Leak Tied to ID Verification Firm
The FBI is investigating a report that millions of driver's licenses, possibly including that of Defense Secretary Pete
Nvidia to Acquire Hugging Face for $12.93B in Open-Source AI Push
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Nvidia to Acquire Hugging Face for $12.93B in Open-Source AI Push
Nvidia will buy Hugging Face for $12.93 billion, doubling down on open-source AI. The deal keeps the platform open and f
Tim Cook Steps Back as Apple CEO but Keeps Washington Influence
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Tim Cook Steps Back as Apple CEO but Keeps Washington Influence
Apple's Tim Cook handed CEO role to John Ternus but remains executive chair, focusing on policy and leveraging his Washi
Apple's New CEO John Ternus Takes Over as Tim Cook Steps Down
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Apple's New CEO John Ternus Takes Over as Tim Cook Steps Down
John Ternus takes the helm at Apple, ending Tim Cook's 15-year run. Ternus must navigate AI competition and political re
2026's Top Slang, From '6-7' to 'Sigma': Decoding the Year's Most-Searched Terms
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2026's Top Slang, From '6-7' to 'Sigma': Decoding the Year's Most-Searched Terms
A new analysis of Google search trends shows the top slang of 2026, led by '6-7' and 'sigma,' highlighting how Gen Alpha
AI Consciousness Debate Sparks Urgent Policy Questions in Washington
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AI Consciousness Debate Sparks Urgent Policy Questions in Washington
As AI advances toward potential sentience, experts warn of societal risks and policy voids, urging federal action to add
Trump Grants GOP Leeway on Data Centers Amid Midterm Backlash
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Trump Grants GOP Leeway on Data Centers Amid Midterm Backlash
Trump tells GOP candidates they can oppose data centers as voter skepticism grows, while he maintains support for the in
Oracle Privacy Settlement Payouts Begin This Month
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Oracle Privacy Settlement Payouts Begin This Month
Oracle's $115M privacy settlement begins paying out this month. Millions may qualify, but claims are closed. Check your
Nvidia stock surges 8.5% as AI demand drives record Q2 revenue
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Nvidia stock surges 8.5% as AI demand drives record Q2 revenue
Nvidia's stock surged 8.5% Thursday after the company reported record Q2 revenue of $96.2 billion, driven by a 117% jump
Data Centers Face Trust Deficit as Communities Push Back
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Data Centers Face Trust Deficit as Communities Push Back
Data centers are booming, but public trust is not. With 70% opposing local AI facilities, the industry must win over ske
ATF Probes Major Cyberattack Claimed by Qilin Ransomware Group
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ATF Probes Major Cyberattack Claimed by Qilin Ransomware Group
The ATF announced an investigation into a major cybersecurity incident claimed by the Qilin ransomware group, with the D
Meta's $18B Settlement Reshapes Teen Social Media Safety
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Meta's $18B Settlement Reshapes Teen Social Media Safety
Meta will pay over $18 billion to states and implement new safety measures for minors, including daily time limits and n
DOJ Seizes Chinese Hacking Tools Used Against Federal Agencies
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DOJ Seizes Chinese Hacking Tools Used Against Federal Agencies
The DOJ announced it seized hacking platforms used by a Chinese firm to target U.S. critical infrastructure, including N
Uber expands teen ride monitoring with live video, family profiles
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Uber expands teen ride monitoring with live video, family profiles
Uber is rolling out family profiles that let parents track teen trips, with live video streaming and audio recording, st
Google Assistant privacy settlement claim window closes soon
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Google Assistant privacy settlement claim window closes soon
Eligible users have until August 27, 2026, to file claims in the $68 million Google Assistant privacy settlement. Paymen