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Gas giants use AI to raise prices, lawsuit says, another algorithmic hit to the cost of living

A new federal lawsuit by California drivers accuses major gas chains, including Walmart and 7-Eleven, and technology company Kalibrate of using AI software to collude and keep pump prices artificially high. The case tests California’s updated ant…

If AI data centers are exploding nationwide, why are so few being built in California?

The nation is awash in data center hate and California is no exception. Temporary bans have cropped up across the state as residents from Imperial County to San José fight proposals in their communities. Monterey Park became the first city in the…

Online child safety advocates urge California lawmakers to increase protections

Nationwide, parents are grappling with how to protect their children from a myriad of threats online. As the home to many tech giants, California is paving the way for legislative restrictions on social media and artificial intelligence, said Gov…