(MIT Technology Review)3 VCs have sunk a record amount into AI startups this yearTo the tune of $192.7 billion so far. (MIT Technology Review)4 The US federal vaccination schedule is still waiting for an updateOfficials are yet to sign off on recommendations for this year's updated Covid shots. (NPR)5 The US Department of Energy has canceled yet more clean energy projectsIn mostly blue states. (CNBC)+ How to make clean energy progress under Trump in the states. (MIT Technology Review)6 TikTok recommends pornography to children’s accountsDespite activating its "restricted mode” to prevent sexualized content.