State and local leaders can harness AI to deliver results
COMMENTARY | Elected officials must embrace a mindset of targeted implementation, smart mitigation and a curious mindset if they are to seize on the technology’s promise.
A Florida ‘library without books’ looks to expand one county’s tech workforce
In Osceola County, a tech library will offer residents services and tools to develop their digital skills, improving accessibility and equity in the community, one official says.
Nonprofit files lawsuit to reinstate digital equity grants
The Trump administration cancelled funding under the Digital Equity Act earlier this year. A group that was in line to receive some of those funds is now suing to get them back.
Iowa AG joins brief supporting Tennessee law requiring social media age verification
The filing was made in support of a Tennessee state law requiring social media platforms verify a user's age before approving their account.
The end is near for Windows 10. Here’s how local and state government IT officials are preparing.
For government IT departments, it’s not an option to run fleets of computers sans the latest security tweaks, especially since they’re connected to a city’s most vital functions.
Change management remains central to local government modernization
A Missouri city has seen financial and staff capacity gains after modernizing its hiring system. One expert says the key to their success was prioritizing change management among staff.
Detroit turns to drones in new era of transportation
Known as the Motor City for its strong history in the automotive industry, drones now represent a new chapter for Detroit’s economy.
Nevada still mum on whether it paid ransom to cyber attackers
The governor’s office did not directly respond to questions about additional details on the cyber attack, including what ransom was demanded by the attackers, and whether a ransom was paid by the state.
A Bitcoin mine came to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and Dafter Township isn’t happy
The mine’s computers emitted a loud, persistent hum that has, for the time being, been silenced by litigation.
State data officers call for better funding and more clarity
New survey findings indicate that the role of state chief data officers is growing across the nation, but these individuals need adequate policy and financial backing to get work done.
Montana moves forward on regulatory framework for blockchain, digital assets
Under the new Innovation Act, companies that issue digital tokens can register with the Commissioner’s office as non-securities assets, making Montana among the first states to do so.
A North Texas community will vote to form a city in an effort to quiet down a crypto mine
Leaders of the effort say they moved to rural Hood County for its quiet country charm, which was shattered by what locals call “that roar” from the facility.
Preparing state CIOs for the future of cyber and AI defense
COMMENTARY | States must act fast and be strategic, and their actions now can lay the groundwork for long-term success even as they await additional guidance and funding.
State leaders can shape responsible AI use in schools, report finds
Two states made recent strides to go beyond suggesting safe AI policies for schools by requiring them to develop their own policies and training programs.
What will become of leftover BEAD money?
States and the federal government are projecting billions of dollars in savings from the latest round of broadband plans. Where those savings go next remains an open question.
Los Alamos and University of Michigan want to build a national security ‘data center’ in Ypsilanti. Residents and local officials see few benefits
Local officials allege the University of Michigan is being “deceptive” over its plans for the $1.2 billion “computation center,” which could bring few benefits and many costs to Ypsilanti Township.
DeSantis wants AI regulation; insurance lobby says Florida has it under control
Florida already applies the law as equally to AI as it does to humans, witnesses say.
GIS data helps California utility prepare for increasing wildfire threats
In southern California, where water can be hard to come by, one utility is increasingly relying on GIS data to proactively prepare critical resources to combat wildfires.
AI has hit schools ‘like a ton of bricks,’ report says
A survey by Keeper Security found that most education leaders are concerned about AI-related incidents, but few school districts have formalized policies governing the tech.
Report: Government needs a sweeping anti-scam strategy to counter modern fraud
Though many federal agencies have fraud-prevention responsibilities, no one agency has the authority to coordinate such efforts.
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