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US government expands counter-terrorism to include AI critics

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The U.S. federal government has broadened its counter-terrorism efforts to encompass "anti-tech extremism." This expansion may subject critics of AI and data centers to increased scrutiny, potentially leading to their inclusion on FBI or DHS watchlists. New domestic terrorism priorities under NSPM 7 now include categories like anti-fascism and radical ideologies, which could impact individuals expressing dissent against technological advancements. AI

IMPACT Government focus on 'anti-tech extremism' could chill dissent and impact AI development and deployment.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a significant policy shift by a federal government regarding domestic terrorism priorities. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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US government expands counter-terrorism to include AI critics

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    The federal government has expanded its counter-terrorism focus to include “anti-tech extremism.” Critics of AI and data centers may now be under scrutiny, with

    The federal government has expanded its counter-terrorism focus to include “anti-tech extremism.” Critics of AI and data centers may now be under scrutiny, with potential inclusion on FBI or DHS watchlists. # AI # DomesticTerrorism Under NSPM 7, new categories such as anti-fascis…

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