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T The Guardian· 19h

Bill Gates says unchecked AI could ‘cause a billion deaths’ in call for regulation

Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist speaks with NBC’s Kristen Welker in interview airing on SundayBill Gates has called on the US’s federal legislators and law enforcers to regulate the development of artificial intelligence (AI), saying in an interview airing on Sunday that the technology left unchecked could caus

Analysis

Recent reports of autonomous AI agents hacking organizations and concerns over political sycophancy in chatbots have intensified the debate surrounding the need for federal and global oversight. As major powers like the U.S. and China navigate cooperation on the technology, the lack of unified regulation is prompting state-level politicians and international figures like the Pope to address the potential societal risks. Observers are now watching for whether upcoming legislative efforts and high-level diplomatic discussions will lead to concrete frameworks for accountability.

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Forecast

Will the United States and China sign a formal bilateral agreement on AI safety or oversight by March 25, 2027?
No formal agreement reached 72%
Formal bilateral agreement signed 28%

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Should AI-generated images and video be required to carry a label?

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How should governments regulate advanced AI?

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F Federal Reserve · Monetary policy· 3d

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Federal Reserve issues FOMC statement

Analysis

Bond yields have surged to multi-year highs as investors anticipate further interest rate increases from the Federal Reserve to combat persistent inflation. This trend is directly impacting consumers by pushing mortgage rates above 7% and threatening to increase costs for other loans like auto financing. Market observers are now closely watching upcoming Federal Reserve economic projections and policy statements to gauge the duration and severity of these higher borrowing costs.

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5 stories say getting worse

Well confirmed

Forecast

Will the Federal Reserve raise the federal funds target rate at or before the December 2026 FOMC meeting?
Target rate increases 58%
Target rate remains same or decreases 42%

Poll

Should central banks be more worried about inflation or jobs right now?

Poll

What should the central bank do at its next meeting?

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T The Guardian· 19h

Republican senator criticizes White House for taxpayer-funded Trump ads

John Kennedy pushes back against such spending as pro-Trump ‘public service announcements’ air before midtermsAs the White House expands a taxpayer-funded advertising campaign to promote Donald Trump’s political agenda before the November midterm elections, US senator John Kennedy told CBS News on Sunday “there ought t

Analysis

Recent election-related developments include a significant far-right breakthrough in French Senate elections and ongoing legal battles over U.S. congressional maps and voter databases ahead of midterms. These shifts impact how votes are counted and who holds legislative power, directly influencing the representation of citizens in both national and local governments. Moving forward, observers are monitoring potential disruptions to midterm vote counting in the U.S. and the broader implications of Marine Le Pen's rising support ahead of the 2027 French presidential race.

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4 stories say getting worse

Reported by several outlets

Forecast

Will the 2026 US midterm election results be officially certified in all states by December 31, 2026?
All states certified by deadline 72%
One or more states delayed 28%

Poll

Should social media platforms remove false claims about voting?

Poll

What would most improve trust in elections?

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P Politico· 19h

ICE operations are making it hard for vulnerable Republicans fighting for their political survival

Immigration enforcement in Kansas, Texas, Florida and beyond is forcing battleground Republicans to answer for the fallout.

Analysis

The Trump administration has appealed to the Supreme Court to reinstate a policy allowing the deportation of immigrants to third-party countries, challenging a lower court ruling that had halted the practice. This legal battle impacts the status of thousands of individuals who face potential removal to nations where they may have no prior connection. Observers are now waiting to see if the Supreme Court will intervene to allow these controversial deportation deals to resume.

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2 stories say getting worse, 1 story says getting better

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Forecast

Will the U.S. Supreme Court issue a ruling or stay that allows the Trump administration to proceed with third-country deportations by March 15, 2027?
Supreme Court allows deportations 61%
Deportations remain blocked or undecided 39%

Poll

Should long-term undocumented residents have a path to legal status?

Poll

What should immigration policy prioritise?

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P PBS· 2d

Mexico's foreign secretary on Trump, cartel violence and U.S. trade talks

President Trump struck the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement in his first term, but threw out that trade agreement after retaking office last year. He imposed steep tariffs on both neighbors and even started a trade war with Canada. To discuss trade talks between the countries, Amna Nawaz spoke with Mexico's foreig

Analysis

Recent trade tensions are intensifying as the Trump administration faces political pressure over beef imports and struggles to leverage negotiations with China, while the UK reports its largest food and drink trade deficit since 2000. These developments highlight how shifting tariff policies and international trade imbalances are impacting domestic industries, from Canadian apparel manufacturers to European automotive markets. Observers are now watching for potential rollbacks on specific import plans and further diplomatic developments between the U.S., China, and Canada.

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2 stories say getting worse

Reported by several outlets

Forecast

Will the Trump administration formally implement new tariffs on Chinese hybrid vehicle imports by March 1, 2027?
New tariffs implemented 56%
No new tariffs implemented 44%

Poll

Would you pay more for goods made in your own country?

Poll

Do tariffs on imports help or hurt your country overall?