Artificial Intelligence
We tried to collect every New York school district’s AI policy. Most didn’t have one
Around 300 districts have formal artificial intelligence policies, most of which support “responsible AI use” to improve instruction.
Infrastructure
Data center backlash set to sway midterm elections
Data centers figure in state and federal races and are the subject of dozens of ballot measures.
Artificial Intelligence
Sometimes the simplest technology is the most effective
COMMENTARY | Government agencies shouldn't need another platform to prepare official information for artificial intelligence.
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Digital Government
How state and local governments are celebrating Digital Inclusion Week
Artificial intelligence is emerging as a critical pillar in governments’ efforts to improve digital equity, access and literacy among residents.
Artificial Intelligence
Kristen Gonzalez and the fight to regulate AI
In a Q&A, the New York state senator talks about touring data centers all over the state.
Emerging Tech
New Mexico cybersecurity leader calls for quantum safeguards while state inks deal with major player
A partnership with Japanese corporation Fujitsu is expected to help build capacity for quantum computing hardware, train scientists and engineers.
People
Florida region’s ‘digital ecosystem’ looks to help it compete in economic development
Tallahassee has struggled in recent times to tell its story, the head of its chamber of commerce said, and various online portals will help it seize control of the narrative.
Infrastructure
A construction ban on data centers would be better for Ohio than the status quo, study says
Forcing AI companies to generate 90% of the power through renewables would be best, according to the study.
Public Safety
Southaven Police Department took millions from Musk-backed companies. It wanted drones and Flock cameras.
City officials in Mississippi were negotiating details related to a massive data center proposed by Space XAI when they were invited to apply for grants to support police operations
Public Safety
License plate readers offer a lesson for police AI: Verify before acting
COMMENTARY | Compliance, training and verification should be the floor, not the finish line, as law enforcement seeks to use new technologies.
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Digital Government
Modern service delivery relies on trustworthy, responsible government, leaders say
Government tech leaders from Indiana and Washington, D.C., share insights on how they are improving government service delivery from responsible governance and resident feedback.
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Infrastructure
Texas agency sues to stop release of data center records that it says could aid terrorists
A lawsuit will test whether Texas officials can withhold data center location details under the state Homeland Security Act.
Artificial Intelligence
Utah governor's ‘pro-human AI’ order directs state government to use ‘responsible’ artificial intelligence
Spencer Cox signed an executive order meant to "promote responsible AI use within government” by using “pro-human” principles when evaluating artificial intelligence tools.
Cybersecurity
Cyber threats put water systems at risk
As federal attention grows, some states are boosting cybersecurity — but local utilities face continued challenges.
Cybersecurity
New partnership formed to share cyber threat intel with water utilities
The Water Information Sharing and Advisory Center partnered with Cyware to provide intelligence and what officials called a “collective defense” in the face of growing threats.
Artificial Intelligence
Leading AI companies fail to impress at City Council AI hearing
The New York City Council is looking to position itself at the frontier of AI regulation.
Artificial Intelligence
AI may soon be in more healthcare processes in Utah under new state agreements
The Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy signed contracts with University of Utah Health, Intermountain Health and other companies to test tools and report back.
Cybersecurity
America’s water systems are becoming a front line in cyber conflict
COMMENTARY | Recent incidents should serve as a huge warning signal, and should encourage utilities to think about cybersecurity not as a compliance but a resilience issue.
Infrastructure
How state CIOs are impacting the data center conversation
Speakers at last week’s NASCIO conference highlighted how state chief information officers are helping shape and inform how communities navigate the development of data centers.
