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CED Provides Plan to Capitalize on AI While Safeguarding Against Its Risks

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NEW YORK, June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Committee for Economic Development (CED), the public policy center of The Conference Board, has issued a new Solutions Brief, Principles for AI Guardrails in the US. It explores the need for guardrails on AI to ensure its safety and security while promoting innovation and encouraging US competitiveness.

The Solutions Brief—the latest in CED’s Sustaining Capitalism series—comes as policymakers and business leaders face both the challenges and opportunities that the rapid development of AI brings. AI has the potential to reshape society, the economy, and national security profoundly. Yet its integration into a growing number of applica­tions also comes with novel risks ranging from bias and inaccuracy to misuse, disinformation, and weaponization.

As the Solutions Brief emphasizes, to strengthen US technological leadership and national security, lawmakers should develop a policy framework that ensures responsible AI development and use.

“The pace of change that AI promises demands that the US take a proactive approach. Only through collaboration between policymakers and business leaders will the US be able to develop the strategic framework necessary to accelerate AI advances and adoption in a responsible manner,” said John Gardner, Vice President, Public Policy at CED.

Key Recommendations
Establishing a national AI framework is essential for continued US leadership in the global AI race, ensuring the AI revolution can proceed safely and securely to benefit all Americans. CED’s recommendations include:

The US Should Aim to Lead in AI

Commit to the initiatives necessary to lead the global AI race, promoting pathways for innovation and establishing a federal framework that can catalyze responsible development and deployment. Clear rules will provide innovators with the certainty to drive progress.

Promote Innovation

Calibrate standards to promote innovation and not hamper US competitiveness, focusing on propelling advances in AI reliability, model testing, and risk assessment.

Prioritize Transparency

Ensure transparency responsibilities commensurate with the risk level of an AI application and each entity’s role: AI developers should test and disclose information on their products based on standardized benchmarks, while AI deployers should be transparent in certain circumstances to end users about the use of AI and test any changes they have made to models.

Apply a Risk-Based Approach to Setting Standards

Consider establishing a classification system based on the risk associated with the application in which AI is deployed, with heightened transparency obligations targeting high-risk applications and lesser requirements for lower-risk use cases to preserve space for innovation.

Protect Data Privacy

Handle sensitive personal data under heightened scrutiny and establish an “unacceptable risk” tier that would prohibit activities such dark pattern analysis or behavioral monitoring. For certain use cases, users should retain the right to control their data and have it deleted.

Clarify AI Intellectual Property Rights & Liability

Review and evaluate on the treatment of copyrighted works collected or used for AI training, intellectual property rights of AI-generated content, and the extent of liability for AI developers and users.

Collaborate with International Allies

Expand and lead international collaboration on AI principles, seeking framework interoperability with allied partners while leveraging broad cooperation and cutting-edge AI-powered solutions to address risks from malicious actors such as cyber, biochemicals, misinformation, and other weaponization.

Mitigate Environmental Impact

Address the interconnection backlog of renewable energy resources to build grid capacity and resilience, while ensuring that AI research and deployment initiatives drive efficiencies that can offset AI’s new capacity demands.

Invest in Workforce & Literacy

Invest in a skilled and adaptive US workforce through expanding training and apprenticeship opportunities; reinvigorating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education; and promoting broad AI literacy.

About The Conference Board
The Conference Board is the member-driven think tank that delivers Trusted Insights for What’s Ahead.™ Founded in 1916, we are a non-partisan, not-for-profit entity holding 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status in the United States. ConferenceBoard.org

The Committee for Economic Development (CED) is the public policy center of The Conference Board. The nonprofit, nonpartisan, business-led organization delivers well-researched analysis and reasoned solutions in the nation’s interest. CED Trustees are chief executive officers and key executives of leading US companies who bring their unique experience to address today’s pressing policy issues. Collectively, they represent 30+ industries and over 4 million employees. ConferenceBoard.org/us/Committee-Economic-Development

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

Forward-Looking Information

This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in Canada

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TORONTO, Oct 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), the club for travel enthusiasts, announces three of many new Club Offers for Club Members in Canada.

Rigorously vetted and negotiated for us travel enthusiasts:

$799—COSTA RICA WEEK WITH FLIGHTS & CAR
We think fall is an ideal time to visit Costa Rica; the scenery is lush and the crowds are gone. Drive between volcanic Arenal and the idyllic beaches of Tamarindo on this seven-night trip. Since it’s not as busy, we were able to negotiate a price that saves members up to $648 on departures through mid-December.

$899—BARCELONA: 5 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
Explore Barcelona’s world-class museums and architectural masterpieces in the quieter winter months to pack more into your trip. You won’t waste hours in lines and can access top restaurants that are fully booked in summer. We save $300 on travel this January and February, when temperatures are still spring-like. Roundtrip flights from Toronto, hotel and daily breakfast are included.

$999—ST. KITTS GETAWAY FOR 2, REG. $2083
Most visitors to St. Kitts book months in advance, but when we pointed out that travel enthusiasts are more spontaneous, this resort gave us a terrific rate for stays this November and December. Spend four nights in Frigate Bay and get an upgraded Oceanview room, too.

Are you a travel enthusiast? Join the club today: https://travelzoo.com

Who are we?
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travellers. Club Members receive Club Offers negotiated and rigorously vetted by our deal experts around the globe. Our relationships with thousands of top travel companies give us access to irresistible deals. Our club and its benefits are built around the lifestyle of a modern travel enthusiast.

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Amanda Ieraci – Toronto
+1 437 866 8540
aieraci@travelzoo.com

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