State interest in AI regulations unlikely to die down soon, expert says
Even as the federal moratorium threatens to return, state legislators want to regulate the technology themselves absent action from Congress, and are looking at a variety of areas to do so.
How did this state become the data center capital of the world?
From America Online to the rise of AI, Virginia has been good for an industry now transforming the economy and grid. Has the industry returned the favor?
Human knowledge and feedback are key for building trustworthy digital services, experts say
By building public assistance systems around the human experience, agencies are more likely to save time and resources, experts say.
Federal judge in Mississippi admits staff used AI to draft inaccurate order
‘Given that I hold myself and my staff to the highest standards of conduct, I do not expect that a mistake like this one will occur in the future.’ – Judge Henry T. Wingate, in response to an inquiry by U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley
How AI can aid in procurement and purchasing for cities and counties
COMMENTARY | Artificial intelligence can take the grind out of contracts and solicitations, helping procurement staff save time and focus on bigger priorities.
Report: How to protect public sector workers against AI’s rise in government
A new report points to how governments and unions can work together to ensure AI is rolled out responsibly and effectively among staff.
Generative AI’s state government use ticks up
States have found more than 100 uses for the technology according to a recent survey, and while there might be excitement and momentum for its continued use, plenty of pitfalls lie ahead.
New Mexico State University, Japanese tech firm create new ‘innovation hub’ to test AI
The university is partnering with a Japanese tech company to the create a testing ground for the company’s latest AI and other advanced technologies.
At heated City Council hearing, Philly tech officials “failed” their first AI test
At a contentious hearing on artificial intelligence in government, lawmakers and community advocates expressed grave concerns about the city’s preparedness for the AI era.
New Jersey offers guidance for building generative AI tools
One Garden State official hopes the gathered insights can benefit other public sector professionals.
OpenAI researchers see current chatbot use supporting — not replacing — workers
A study co-authored by OpenAI found ChatGPT to primarily be used in decision-making capacities, minimizing its potential as a worker replacement.
New California law forces chatbots to protect kids’ mental health
California Gov. Gavin Newsom approved mandatory monitoring and reminders when kids use chatbots. Child advocates backed a different bill.
Connecticut city turns to AI to increase trust in local government amid immigration enforcement
Hartford officials hope that real-time and AI-enabled translation services will enable non-English speakers to continue engaging with government services.
How the biggest health systems in Connecticut are using AI in patient care
Health care providers say a new AI tool is transforming how they interact with patients.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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