#pro-codes-act
#pro-codes-act

Anthropic says Claude Code subscribers will need to pay extra for OpenClaw support | TechCrunch

Claude Code subscribers will face increased costs for using third-party tools like OpenClaw starting April 4.

Here's what that Claude Code source leak reveals about Anthropic's plans

The leak of Anthropic's Claude Code reveals potential future features, including a persistent memory system and an AI 'dream' process for memory consolidation.

fromTechzine Global

Claude Code leak exposes many of Anthropic's secrets

A leak of Claude Code's source code reveals significant details about its features and future plans, despite Anthropic's usual secrecy.

fromTheregister

48 minutes ago

Software development

Claude Code's innards revealed as source code leaked online

Anthropic says Claude Code subscribers will need to pay extra for OpenClaw support | TechCrunch

Claude Code subscribers will face increased costs for using third-party tools like OpenClaw starting April 4.

Here's what that Claude Code source leak reveals about Anthropic's plans

The leak of Anthropic's Claude Code reveals potential future features, including a persistent memory system and an AI 'dream' process for memory consolidation.

fromTechzine Global

Claude Code leak exposes many of Anthropic's secrets

A leak of Claude Code's source code reveals significant details about its features and future plans, despite Anthropic's usual secrecy.

Artificial intelligence

Copilot is 'for entertainment purposes only,' according to Microsoft's terms of service | TechCrunch

29 minutes ago

Remote teams

I'm a Chinese CEO who jumped on the OpenClaw hype and built AI employees. We had to create a human-only Slack channel to escape them.

Business

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.

Software development

What Is Hermes Agent? Nous Research's Self-Improving AI Explained

fromSecurityWeek

Variance Raises $21.5M for Compliance Investigation Platform Powered by AI Agents

Variance raised $21.5 million for an AI platform focused on compliance and risk investigations, enhancing fraud detection and management for financial institutions.

16 hours ago

Why tech bros are so worried about AI having bad taste

Tech professionals emphasize the importance of 'taste' in an AI-driven world, fearing technology may diminish human judgment and creativity.

5 hours ago

Copilot is 'for entertainment purposes only,' according to Microsoft's terms of service | TechCrunch

AI companies warn users not to rely on models' outputs, emphasizing potential mistakes and risks associated with their use.

Remote teams

29 minutes ago

I'm a Chinese CEO who jumped on the OpenClaw hype and built AI employees. We had to create a human-only Slack channel to escape them.

AI employees can handle repetitive tasks, improving workplace efficiency and allowing humans to focus on creative work.

Business

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.

What Is Hermes Agent? Nous Research's Self-Improving AI Explained

Nous Research's Hermes Agent addresses Openclaw's memory issue by providing persistent memory and automated skill adaptation.

fromSecurityWeek

Variance Raises $21.5M for Compliance Investigation Platform Powered by AI Agents

Variance raised $21.5 million for an AI platform focused on compliance and risk investigations, enhancing fraud detection and management for financial institutions.

16 hours ago

Why tech bros are so worried about AI having bad taste

Tech professionals emphasize the importance of 'taste' in an AI-driven world, fearing technology may diminish human judgment and creativity.

more#ai

#artificial-intelligence

5 hours ago

Groups Set Up to Shill AI and Data Centers Are Pouring Huge Sums of Money Into the Midterm Elections

Artificial intelligence faces significant public opposition, prompting tech-backed PACs to invest heavily in shaping voter perceptions ahead of the 2026 elections.

Non-profit organizations

San Jose wants to spin off AI policy initiative - San Jose Spotlight

Artificial intelligence can enhance government operations, but raises concerns about data security, privacy, and workforce displacement.

5 hours ago

Groups Set Up to Shill AI and Data Centers Are Pouring Huge Sums of Money Into the Midterm Elections

Artificial intelligence faces significant public opposition, prompting tech-backed PACs to invest heavily in shaping voter perceptions ahead of the 2026 elections.

Non-profit organizations

more#artificial-intelligence

San Jose wants to spin off AI policy initiative - San Jose Spotlight

Artificial intelligence can enhance government operations, but raises concerns about data security, privacy, and workforce displacement.

#generative-ai

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

8 hours ago

Navigating Recent Developments in Generative AI and Trade Secret Protection

Judicial developments in generative AI and trade secret law highlight risks of sharing confidential information with AI platforms.

Silicon Valley

San Jose workers want safeguards from AI - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's largest union demands safeguards for workers regarding the deployment of generative AI tools amid ongoing contract negotiations.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

8 hours ago

Navigating Recent Developments in Generative AI and Trade Secret Protection

Judicial developments in generative AI and trade secret law highlight risks of sharing confidential information with AI platforms.

Silicon Valley

San Jose workers want safeguards from AI - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's largest union demands safeguards for workers regarding the deployment of generative AI tools amid ongoing contract negotiations.

This Week in Crypto Law (Mar. 29, 2026)

Regulators are increasingly asserting control over digital assets while enabling new market structures, as seen in recent developments in the U.S. and Hong Kong.

Deliverability

fromThe Verge

12 hours ago

Grammarly's sloppelganger saga

Grammarly rebranded as Superhuman, aiming to expand beyond grammar checks into AI-driven insights and features.

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.

Embattled startup Delve has 'parted ways' with Y Combinator | TechCrunch

Delve has lost its relationship with Y Combinator amid controversy over compliance and misleading claims.

European startups

fromSilicon Canals

21 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.

Embattled startup Delve has 'parted ways' with Y Combinator | TechCrunch

Delve has lost its relationship with Y Combinator amid controversy over compliance and misleading claims.

more#delve

10 hours ago

China Cracking Down on the Types of AI That Are Tearing America Apart

China is implementing strict regulations on AI personalities to protect children and prevent addiction.

#ai-regulation

fromAxios

California

California cements its role as the national testing ground for AI rules

Tech Nonprofits to Feds: Don't Weaponize Procurement to Undermine AI Trust and Safety

The U.S. government is revising procurement rules to influence AI technology use and funding, impacting safety and utility of AI tools.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

US politics

US lawmakers push for pause in data centres until AI safeguards in place

fromComputerworld

Intellectual property law

California to bar AI vendors that can't prove bias safeguards

California

fromAxios

California cements its role as the national testing ground for AI rules

California is advancing AI regulations while the Trump administration seeks a national standard to limit state-level laws.

Tech Nonprofits to Feds: Don't Weaponize Procurement to Undermine AI Trust and Safety

The U.S. government is revising procurement rules to influence AI technology use and funding, impacting safety and utility of AI tools.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

US lawmakers push for pause in data centres until AI safeguards in place

A moratorium on new AI data centers is proposed to protect workers, civil liberties, and the environment amid concerns over AI's rapid advancement.

fromComputerworld

California to bar AI vendors that can't prove bias safeguards

AI suppliers must certify protections against illegal content and civil liberties violations to access California state contracts.

LinkedIn secretly scans 6,000+ browser extensions and fingerprints your device

LinkedIn's hidden JavaScript routine collects extensive user data without disclosure, raising concerns about covert surveillance practices.

Growth hacking

fromForbes

12 hours ago

How To Vibe Code A New Revenue Stream Using What You Already Know

Vibe coding enables founders to rapidly transform their expertise into marketable products, significantly reducing development time and costs.

Fashion & style

15 hours ago

I work in Big Tech and always dress up for the office. My rule? No crop tops, but tight dresses are on a case-by-case basis.

Dressing professionally has positively influenced career outcomes for Crystal McDuffy, a marketing manager in tech.

#california

fromLos Angeles Times

14 hours ago

Commentary: For more than 30 years - day in, day out - he's chronicled California. One paragraph at a time

Rough & Tumble, founded by Jack Kavanagh, is California's longest-running unbiased news aggregator, focusing on trust and simplicity.

Environment

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.

California

fromwww.theguardian.com

6 days ago

California to impose new AI regulations in defiance of Trump call

California is implementing new AI standards prioritizing public safety, requiring companies to address child exploitation, bias, and discrimination.

fromLos Angeles Times

14 hours ago

Commentary: For more than 30 years - day in, day out - he's chronicled California. One paragraph at a time

Rough & Tumble, founded by Jack Kavanagh, is California's longest-running unbiased news aggregator, focusing on trust and simplicity.

Environment

California just hit an inflection point for batteries

California's battery storage reached 12.3 gigawatts, providing 43% of grid demand, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering energy costs.

California

fromwww.theguardian.com

6 days ago

California to impose new AI regulations in defiance of Trump call

California is implementing new AI standards prioritizing public safety, requiring companies to address child exploitation, bias, and discrimination.

more#california

Fundraising

15 hours ago

I quit tech, bought 22 acres, and didn't look at my computer for years until AI brought me back

Ryan Courtnage transitioned from managing a donation platform to hands-on homesteading, finding fulfillment in physical work and a break from corporate life.

Information security

fromSilicon Canals

20 hours ago

The man who discovered the ILOVEYOU virus is now fighting Russian drones using the same playbook - Silicon Canals

Mikko Hyppönen has transitioned from cybersecurity to anti-drone defense, focusing on systems for law enforcement and military clients.

Silicon Valley

I helped build Uber and Discord and now my tools help fuel billion-dollar unicorns. But Silicon Valley is losing the AI race to itself | Fortune

Silicon Valley is falling behind in innovation due to slow adaptation to social demands and a focus on preserving existing business models.

Meta's CTO has some advice for college students wanting to work in tech: 'Constantly be building.'

You just have to immerse yourself in it. You should just constantly be building. That's what's going to give you the best chance of having the relevant skill set that is needed to make a difference in technology.

Education

US Elections

fromLos Angeles Times

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.

Tech industry

Software job openings surge this year, defying AI fears

Tech job openings have rebounded sharply in 2026, contradicting the narrative that AI is eliminating engineering roles.

Y Combinator's CEO says he ships 37,000 lines of AI code per day. A developer looked under the hood

Gregorein's review highlighted that Tan's website made 169 server requests totaling 6.42 megabytes, while Hacker News only made 7 requests for 12 kilobytes.

Web design

DevOps

fromThe Verge

Anthropic essentially bans OpenClaw from Claude by making subscribers pay extra

Claude subscriptions will no longer cover third-party tools starting tomorrow at 12pm PT.

Law

fromABA Journal

Sanctions ramping up in cases involving AI hallucinations

Monetary sanctions against attorneys for AI-generated hallucinations in case documents are increasing as courts take these issues more seriously.

Anthropic is having a moment in the private markets; SpaceX could spoil the party | TechCrunch

Demand for Anthropic shares is surging, while OpenAI shares struggle to find buyers, highlighting a complex narrative in the private securities market.

Marketing

fromInc

Is Your Company Focusing on Generative Engine Optimization?

Generative engine optimization (GEO) requires marketers to adapt strategies for AI-driven search, focusing on relevance and collaboration across PR, content, and SEO.

Higher education

fromThe Nation

How Gaza Broke Big Tech's Campus Pipeline

Students are protesting the use of technology in military actions, particularly in relation to Israel's actions in Gaza.

DC food

Print Blocking Won't Work - Permission to Print Part 2

Mandated print blockers on 3D printers will harm users and fail to prevent illegal firearm printing.

San Francisco

fromABC7 San Francisco

Marc Benioff unveils new version of Slackbot with AI capabilities, talks San Francisco's progress

Salesforce showcases AI-enhanced Slackbot, emphasizing productivity and the continued need for human interaction in sales.

Toronto startup

Elon Musk's coterie of companies are getting more and more pushback from Democrats | Fortune

Elon Musk's companies face increasing pushback in Baltimore, including a lawsuit over AI risks and a withdrawal from a tunnel project proposal.

Gadgets

fromThe Atlantic

You Can't Escape the AI Tax

A significant RAM shortage is driving prices up, affecting consumers and prompting drastic measures at retailers like Costco.

#anthropic

4 hours ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

13 hours ago

Microsoft's own ToS calls Copilot 'entertainment only' amid adoption slump

Microsoft's Copilot is marketed as an essential AI tool, but its Terms of Use label it as 'for entertainment purposes only'.

Cryptocurrency

16 hours ago

VC Chamath Palihapitiya Warns Non-State Actors Will Leverage Quantum Computing to Attack Bitcoin's 'Honeypot'

Quantum computing poses an imminent threat to Bitcoin, with a 5 to 7-year deadline for the network to adapt or face severe consequences.

#ai-development

fromInfoQ

Software development

Anthropic's Designs Three-Agent Harness Supports Long-Running Full-Stack AI Development

Anthropic's multi-agent harness improves autonomous application development by dividing tasks among agents for better coherence and output quality.

fromThe Atlantic

The AI Industry Wants to Automate Itself

Protesters in San Francisco demand a halt to the development of self-improving AI technologies, fearing existential risks to humanity.

fromInfoQ

Anthropic's Designs Three-Agent Harness Supports Long-Running Full-Stack AI Development

Anthropic's multi-agent harness improves autonomous application development by dividing tasks among agents for better coherence and output quality.

fromThe Atlantic

The AI Industry Wants to Automate Itself

Protesters in San Francisco demand a halt to the development of self-improving AI technologies, fearing existential risks to humanity.

Baltimore is pushing back against AI's worst excesses. What happens next could reshape American tech

Baltimore is addressing the risks of AI, exemplified by a lawsuit against xAI for generating illegal content.

fromDefector

Tech Media Propaganda Operation Makes It Official, Goes In-House At OpenAI | Defector

OpenAI acquired the Technology Business Programming Network for hundreds of millions, raising concerns about media independence despite its existing alignment with tech elites.

#meta

Information security

Meta Pauses Work With Mercor After Data Breach Puts AI Industry Secrets at Risk

Tech industry

Meta and Google face legal challenges undermining their protections under Section 230, particularly regarding child safety and content moderation.

more#meta

#privacy

Privacy technologies

Double Shot of Privacy's Defender in D.C.

Privacy technologies

Triple Header for Privacy's Defender in New York

Cindy Cohn's new book, Privacy's Defender, details her 30-year fight against digital surveillance and promotes data security and digital rights.

Privacy technologies

Double Shot of Privacy's Defender in D.C.

Privacy technologies

Triple Header for Privacy's Defender in New York

Cindy Cohn's new book, Privacy's Defender, details her 30-year fight against digital surveillance and promotes data security and digital rights.

What I'm Seeing As a Startup Investor in 2026

Fundraising now requires execution proof and deep understanding of metrics, shifting from storytelling to disciplined preparation.

Business

from24/7 Wall St.

Here's Why Palantir Is Winning Everywhere, Except in the Stock Market

Palantir's stock has declined over 28% despite strong earnings, as the market has become desensitized to its performance.

Growth hacking

Tech creators are getting the star treatment at a new talent management firm

Tech creators are being prioritized by brands, with new management firms like Kernel Management emerging to support their growth and partnerships.

US Elections

The Silicon Valley congressional race is getting ugly | TechCrunch

The CA-17 race is intensifying with Ro Khanna facing challenges from Ethan Agarwal, who has a controversial legal history.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

6 days ago

Pro-AI Group to Spend $100 Million on United States Midterm Elections

Innovation Council Action plans to spend $100 million to support candidates favoring light-touch technology oversight in the upcoming US midterm elections.

As 'Pro Codes Act' is Reintroduced, Opponents Warn of Threats to Standards Development System

Without effective copyright protections, there is a grave risk that these organizations will no longer be able to produce the high-quality codes and standards that the public and lawmakers have come to rely on.

Intellectual property law

Cryptocurrency

Linux Foundation and Coinbase Launch x402 Foundation for AI Agents

The Linux Foundation launched the x402 Foundation to establish an open protocol for seamless internet-native payments.

Get ready for a wave of TBPN clones after its blockbuster OpenAI deal

OpenAI acquired the livestream talk-show startup TBPN, highlighting its significant influence on the tech industry and the rise of similar shows.

Silicon Valley's tech world takes center stage in state politics - San Jose Spotlight

In the 17th Congressional District, incumbent Rep. Ro Khanna is facing a challenge from tech founder Ethan Agarwal, a fellow Democrat. Agarwal is an opponent of the ballot initiative to levy a one-time, 5% wealth tax on Californians with more than $1 billion in assets.

Silicon Valley

Say a Prayer for This Startup That's Replacing Its Developers With OpenClaw

OpenClaw is being used to create autonomous AI teams, raising concerns about job security for human developers.

fromPCMAG

13 hours ago

Use Perplexity? Lawsuit Accuses It of Sharing Personal Data With Google and Meta Without Permission

Perplexity faces a lawsuit for allegedly sharing user data with Google and Meta without consent, violating privacy rights.

#right-to-repair

Tech companies are trying to neuter Colorado's landmark right-to-repair law

IBM supports right-to-repair policies for consumer devices while emphasizing cybersecurity and infrastructure protection.

Tech Companies Are Trying to Neuter Colorado's Landmark Right-to-Repair Law

Right to repair efforts in Colorado are advancing, allowing users to fix their own devices, despite pushback from manufacturers.

Tech companies are trying to neuter Colorado's landmark right-to-repair law

IBM supports right-to-repair policies for consumer devices while emphasizing cybersecurity and infrastructure protection.

Tech Companies Are Trying to Neuter Colorado's Landmark Right-to-Repair Law

Right to repair efforts in Colorado are advancing, allowing users to fix their own devices, despite pushback from manufacturers.

Internet Bug Bounty program hits pause on payouts

The Internet Bug Bounty program is pausing submissions for bug reports in open-source software to reassess its approach to security.

AI was supposed to be the great equaliser - instead it produced the most concentrated investment cycle in VC history - Silicon Canals

The AI boom has concentrated global venture funding in the U.S., reversing years of diversification in tech investment.

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.

fromSilicon Canals

AI was supposed to be the great equaliser - instead it produced the most concentrated investment cycle in VC history - Silicon Canals

The AI boom has concentrated global venture funding in the U.S., reversing years of diversification in tech investment.

California Suspends Enforcement of Law Requiring VCs to Report Diversity Data

California suspended a new regulation requiring venture capital firms to report demographic data about startup founders amid public criticism.

Legacy software companies are rapidly integrating AI, countering concerns from a recent stock sell-off.

#ai-safety

Anthropic is having a month | TechCrunch

Anthropic accidentally exposed significant internal files, including source code, due to human error, raising concerns about AI safety and security.

fromEngadget

Anthropic releases safer Claude Code 'auto mode' to avoid mass file deletions and other AI snafus

Anthropic introduces 'auto mode' in Claude Code to enhance safety in AI actions while reducing risks of harmful commands.

Anthropic is having a month | TechCrunch

Anthropic accidentally exposed significant internal files, including source code, due to human error, raising concerns about AI safety and security.

fromEngadget

Anthropic releases safer Claude Code 'auto mode' to avoid mass file deletions and other AI snafus

Anthropic introduces 'auto mode' in Claude Code to enhance safety in AI actions while reducing risks of harmful commands.

more#ai-safety

fromZDNET