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Dr. Anya Sharma

Senior Editor, AI & Policy

With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford and a fellowship at the Brookings Institution, Dr. Sharma began her career developing machine learning models before pivoting to journalism to address their societal impact. Her investigative series 'The Algorithmic Gaze' for TechCrunch won a Loeb Award for its exposure of biased AI in hiring practices. Before joining Fresh Tech Trends, she was a senior policy advisor on technology for a US Senator, helping to draft foundational AI governance legislation.

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Coverage Areas

Policy & Ethics
AI & Machine Learning
Regulatory Affairs

Latest Articles

Futuristic cityscape with holographic stock tickers showing upward trends, symbolizing Micron's financial growth and innovation in the AI era.
AI & Machine Learning

Wall Street analysts boost Micron stock price predictions for 2026

Micron's market capitalization briefly surpassed tech giants Meta and Tesla on Thursday, a stunning indicator of its recent surge.

Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read

A physical book titled 'The Small Stuff' sits on a desk, juxtaposed against a glowing AI interface, symbolizing the book's theme of tangible vs. digital.
AI & Machine Learning

'The Small Stuff' book helps readers reclaim lives from convenience

Ian Bogost's new book, 'The Small Stuff,' a 342-gram physical object, was published on July 7, 2026.

Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read

Futuristic cityscape with holographic ads, symbolizing the regulation of loud streaming advertisements by California law.
AI & Machine Learning

California law quiets loud streaming ads starting July 1, 2026

California's SB 576, a law designed to curb loud streaming ads, will not take effect until July 1, 2026, two years later than many reports indicated.

Jun 29, 2026 · 3 min read

SpaceX Starship launching a modular orbital data center satellite into Earth's orbit, symbolizing the future of AI infrastructure.
AI & Machine Learning

Elon Musk's orbital data center plans face 2027 launch questions

SpaceX acquired xAI in February 2026, integrating its data center operations and Grok AI models into the SpaceX orbital compute framework, according to Crypto Briefing .

Jun 28, 2026 · 3 min read

A user customizing their Instagram feed through an advanced holographic interface, showcasing the new 'Your Algorithm' feature for personalized content control.
AI & Machine Learning

Instagram Unveils New Algorithm Customization Options for Users

After years of refining AI systems to dictate user feeds, Instagram head Adam Mosseri unveiled 'Your Algorithm,' a new feature allowing users to explicitly reduce unwanted content, TechCrunch reports.

Jun 28, 2026 · 3 min read

Futuristic Indian cityscape with glowing AI data streams connecting digital payment transactions, symbolizing DPI 2.0 growth.
AI & Machine Learning

AI to accelerate India's digital payment growth under DPI 2.0

By September 2025, India's Digital Payments Index soared to 516.

Jun 28, 2026 · 2 min read

A glowing AI core being contained by a force field, with government officials observing, symbolizing the restriction of OpenAI's GPT-5.6 release.
AI & Machine Learning

Trump administration restricts GPT-5.6 release

The Trump administration has restricted the release of OpenAI's flagship GPT-5.

Jun 27, 2026 · 3 min read

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic in a business meeting, advising General Atlantic executives on sports and wellness strategy with futuristic AI elements in the background.
AI & Machine Learning

Novak Djokovic Advises General Atlantic on Sports and Wellness

Tennis legend Novak Djokovic has formally joined global private equity giant General Atlantic as a Global Strategic Advisor, not an investor.

Jun 27, 2026 · 2 min read

Diverse team collaborating around advanced AI interfaces in a futuristic server room, symbolizing renewed access to powerful AI.
AI & Machine Learning

Trump Administration Re-enables Anthropic AI Access for US Firms

In a surprising move, the Trump administration has not only re-enabled access to Anthropic's powerful Claude Mythos 5 AI for over 100 US organizations, but also explicitly permitted non-American emplo

Jun 27, 2026 · 4 min read

Abstract representation of the Xbox logo within a glowing, complex circuit board, symbolizing a strategic shift in pricing.
AI & Machine Learning

Microsoft Raises Xbox Series S and X Prices Amidst Industry Shifts

Starting October 3, the Xbox Series S 512GB console, previously $399, will now cost $499, marking a significant $100 jump for entry-level gamers, according to Stuff .

Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read

Futuristic YouTube Shorts interface with playback speed doubled to 2x, surrounded by subtle AI-inspired visual elements and data streams.
AI & Machine Learning

YouTube Shorts now lets you double playback speed

YouTube is now allowing users to double the playback speed of its Shorts, effectively making already brief videos even shorter.

Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read

Silhouette of a government official overseeing a holographic display of the GPT-5.6 AI model interface in a futuristic server room.
AI & Machine Learning

Trump administration asks OpenAI to slow new AI model release

The Trump administration has asked OpenAI to stagger the release of its new AI model, GPT-5.

Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read

Futuristic cityscape with AI circuits and engineers collaborating on holographic displays, symbolizing AI's positive impact on engineering.
AI & Machine Learning

AI boosts engineering output, creating more jobs for the future

Nvidia, the chipmaker central to the artificial intelligence revolution, now commands a market capitalization exceeding $5.

Jun 25, 2026 · 2 min read

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AI & Machine Learning

Menlo Ventures raises $3B fund after backing Anthropic

Menlo Ventures has just closed its largest capital raise in its 50-year history, securing $3 billion for new funds, a move largely fueled by its aggressive, multi-million dollar bets on AI.

Jun 24, 2026 · 3 min read

A human hand hovering over a complex AI network, with a data-stream-obscured city skyline in the background, representing the challenges of AI autonomy and cost.
AI & Machine Learning

AI world developments and trends in 2026 face unforeseen autonomy costs

AI costs for organizations surged by 108% year-over-year, indicating a significant rise in operational expenditures.

Jun 23, 2026 · 3 min read

AI pioneer John Jumper, creator of AlphaFold, transitions from Google DeepMind to the innovative AI startup Anthropic, signaling a shift in top talent.
AI & Machine Learning

AI Pioneer John Jumper Departs DeepMind for Anthropic

John Jumper, the computational chemist behind AlphaFold, announced his departure from Google DeepMind on Friday, June 19, 2026.

Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read

A young child looking at a tablet screen displaying a glowing AI interface, with a subtle warning symbol overlaid.
AI & Machine Learning

UK Government Warns AI Chatbots Pose Risks to Children

By spring 2027, the UK government plans to ban social media platforms for all under-16s, requiring mandatory age verification, according to The Bureau of Investigative Journalism .

Jun 21, 2026 · 3 min read

Futuristic robotaxis driving through a city at dusk with stock market data displayed holographically, symbolizing Go's post-IPO strategy.
Venture & Startups

Go Eyes Robotaxis and Acquisitions After Japan IPO

Japan's Go raised ¥88.

Jun 20, 2026 · 2 min read

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick in a serious discussion with ASML leaders regarding advanced chipmaking tools and their potential presence in China.
AI & Machine Learning

US raises concerns with ASML on advanced chip tool in China

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick directly communicated concerns to ASML's senior leaders that one of its top-of-the-line chipmaking machines may have made its way into China, according to Bloomber

Jun 19, 2026 · 4 min read

A young person using a tablet with social media, symbolizing the UK's proposed ban on under 16s accessing these platforms.
AI & Machine Learning

UK Government Plans Social Media Ban for Under 16s

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans to ban social media access for all individuals under 16, with restrictions set to take effect by early 2027, according to BBC .

Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read