Infrastructure
Government must find ‘sweet spot’ for data center and AI regulation, expert says
The Nov. 3 midterms will further reveal how Americans feel about data center regulations, which could set the tone for future regulatory efforts, speakers said during a recent event.
People
Russia targets Democrats and Ukraine supporters ahead of midterms, top intel lawmakers say
Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., and Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., described Russian disinformation and more targeted Chinese influence efforts during a press roundtable, while reporting better access under intelligence chief Jay Clayton.
Infrastructure
‘No question’ data centers will be considered critical infrastructure, top House intel Dem says
Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., said the AI-focused facilities are going to be even more critical than their traditional data center counterparts because “so much more functionality is going to rely on their health and existence.”
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How can government make AI deliver real results? Explore three examples where agencies improved efficiency, decision-making, and resident services with measurable impact.
Artificial Intelligence
Missouri’s AI leader focused staff training and early successes for state innovation
Tim Marczewski, the state’s AI and innovation director, shared how Missouri agencies are taking a thoughtful approach to understanding AI’s potential for improving internal and external systems.
Artificial Intelligence
State says resident data is safe with state AI tool. Advocates have concerns.
Artificial intelligence pleas land as Massachusetts lawmakers weigh new data privacy and AI bills.
Public Safety
Pennsylvania lawmakers advance bill to regulate Flock cameras
House Bill 2771 would set parameters for how law enforcement and other entities can use automated license plate readers.
Digital Government
The biggest risk to government modernization isn’t technology
COMMENTARY | The biggest barriers to transformation have less to do with technology than leaders realize.
People
New Jersey announces research center to study social media impacts
The announcement comes in the wake of states’ legal settlement with Meta, after they accused the tech company of knowingly designing social media apps with addictive and harmful features.
Infrastructure
Texas data center boom could erase decades of progress on air quality
A new report warns that the state’s air quality progress could be reversed by the end of the decade, especially if facilities use natural gas power.
Artificial Intelligence
Google Public Sector unveils Gemini for government services
Agencies already have discounted access to Gemini through Nov. 15 under a OneGov deal.
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Cybersecurity
As AI accelerates cyberattacks, governments need to rethink resilience
COMMENTARY | As attacks move faster, the ability to limit disruption and keep public services running will be one of the clearest measures of resilience.
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Most governments are stuck in AI pilot mode. Discover how local leaders are scaling AI to improve resident experiences and deliver 24/7 services.
Artificial Intelligence
Report: How to make government websites AI friendly
As residents’ use of AI to find government information grows, a new report from the Beeck Center offers recommendations for officials to ensure their content doesn’t get excluded from outputs.
Cybersecurity
This cybersecurity agency is supposed to protect U.S. elections. Officials fear it’s been compromised by Trump.
President Donald Trump’s 2027 budget proposal would reduce funding for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency by another $700 million, which could necessitate 900 additional layoffs.
Artificial Intelligence
Utah AI sandbox launches new health care pilots — with question marks
The state is mulling how the high-profile AI initiative will tackle medical liability concerns, independent third-party analysis and other questions.
Artificial Intelligence
How state and local agencies can build an AI-ready data loss prevention strategy
COMMENTARY | Agencies need to know where their sensitive information is before they can govern AI. Data loss prevention provides that visibility and protection.
People
How digital service experience is shaping CIO approaches to state operations
Better communication with and recognition of IT teams can help chief information officers deliver enhanced services to residents and improve staff morale, state officials said.
Artificial Intelligence
Data centers are now the largest financial bet in US history
The $10.3 trillion buildout dwarfs dot-com, electrification, railroad booms.
Emerging Tech
Minneapolis will not require human drivers in robotaxis after council fails to override veto
The proposal aimed to protect the jobs of the state’s roughly 10,000 rideshare drivers, who have become well organized since successfully campaigning for statewide minimum pay rates and job protections.
Digital Government
More body-cam footage is not the end goal. More usable, accountable footage should be
COMMENTARY | Programs should not be judged on how many officers wear them or how many hours of footage they obtain. What agencies do with that footage must also be considered.
