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San Francisco mayor pushes for tougher rules after the Waymo traffic fiasco
Following a significant traffic disruption caused by Waymo vehicles, San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is urging state regulators to implement stricter oversight of robotaxi operations. The hours-long gridlock has intensified scrutiny of autonomous vehicle deployment. Lurie’s call for enhanced requirements signals a shift toward more cautious integration of this technology within the city. This development echoes broader concerns around resource allocation, as seen in New York State’s recent pause on new data center construction.
'We have maybe 20 months' to rebuild for AI agents, Meta's infrastructure VP tells VB Transform 2026
The shift to agentic AI demands immediate infrastructure transformation. Meta VP of Engineering Barak Yagour, speaking at VB Transform 2026, highlighted a critical timeframe: “We have maybe 20 months to rebuild the whole thing for a world where humans and agents co-create at scale.” Automated traffic now surpasses human traffic, reshaping foundational assumptions about data consumption. Meta is prioritizing agent-aware infrastructure, focusing on dynamic controls, robust identity management, and accelerated data velocity—a flywheel effect driving innovation across agents, data, and recommendations.
DeepMind CEO calls for an independent standards body to regulate frontier AI
Frontier AI demands responsible development, and DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis is advocating for a crucial step: an independent standards body. Modeled after FINRA, this organization would rigorously test advanced AI models and establish best practices prior to release, ensuring safety and alignment. This proposal underscores the growing need for robust oversight as AI capabilities rapidly advance. Explore the nuances of prompt engineering, a foundational element of effective AI interaction—as detailed in our article, "What is Meta Prompting and How does it work?".
New York State halts construction of all new data centers
New York State has taken a progressive step, becoming the first to temporarily halt approvals for new large data centers. Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision highlights a critical consideration: responsible AI development shouldn’t compromise essential resources like affordable electricity and water, nor undermine local governance. This pause allows for evaluation of the escalating demands of the AI-driven building boom. For deeper insight into resource management within AI development, explore our article on Meta’s potential AI token budget caps.