The Trump administration is preparing for decisive actions on artificial intelligence (AI) policy, with key developments including new guidance from the White House on AI acquisition and use in federal government agencies. This follows Executive Order 14179 aimed at implementing AI policies across the federal government. Meanwhile, regulatory updates in the crypto sector include the repeal of the IRS DeFi broker rule and new disclosure requirements issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding crypto securities. The SEC has clarified its stance on disclosure compliance for crypto asset offerings and registrations. On trade, the U.S. continues to navigate a changing landscape of tariffs on steel and aluminum, including increased tariffs on China, new exemptions, and a temporary 90-day pause on most reciprocal tariffs. These tariff developments are prompting enhanced antitrust scrutiny and raising concerns about pricing pressures. The 2025 ABA Antitrust Section Spring Meeting highlighted these antitrust issues amid tariff uncertainty. Additionally, guidance and analysis on European Union AI regulations and antitrust laws have been released, reflecting ongoing global regulatory attention to technology and trade issues.
Tariff Update: Increased China Tariffs, New Tariff Exemptions, a Temporary 90-Day Pause on Most Reciprocal Tariffs, and Thoughts on What’s... https://t.co/ZcWDvhIGyg | by @wilsonsonsini
Antitrust & Tech At The 2025 Antitrust Spring Meeting https://t.co/CHJJqLtoYT | by @CommLitBlog
White House Unveils Updated AI Guidelines for Federal Agencies https://t.co/lzdlkAbcPM | by @perkinscoiellp