Artificial Intelligence
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State governments are expected to deploy AI in 2026 with an increased focus on returns on investment as they face complex policymaking restrictions enacted by a recent executive order signed by President Donald Trump. -
To prevent students from relying on artificial intelligence to write and do homework for them, many professors are returning to pre-technology assessments and having students finish essays in class.
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Georgia regulators unanimously approved a massive expansion of the state's power grid Friday, approving Georgia Power's request for nearly 10,000 megawatts of new energy capacity.
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Pocketalk, a translation tech company, is building AI models for complex languages by partnering with human translation experts who see value in providing the tech as an option when a human translator isn't available.
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Maryland’s General Assembly is set to consider bills concerning the misuse of AI in various industries, its application in schools, the potential invasion of consumer privacy and the spread of misinformation.
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A new two-way, real-time translation service is part of the city of Hartford's transition to Google Workspace from the Microsoft Suite platform, and is projected to save the city $2.1 million over the next five years.
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The endeavor is intended to train thousands of staffers on AI fundamentals using real-world applications, through a collaboration with InnovateUS. Other state and local governments are engaged in similar training.
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Artificial intelligence tools need at least as much scrutiny as social media. They risk opening the door to a decline in students’ critical thinking skills and giving too much power to technology rather than teachers.
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During a webinar this week hosted by PowerSchool, ed-tech experts urged districts to adopt proactive training and data practices that integrate cybersecurity and ethical AI use across all levels.
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Residents concerned by their potential for high water and electricity use are organizing, as the Pavilion Township Planning Commission prepares to consider changing zoning ordinances to allow the facilities, in November.
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The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada is deploying more AI-powered gun detection technology at its transit centers, following the addition of more armed officers and a panic button pilot project.
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Programs like Purdue's DIAL Ventures and Iowa State University's Start Something connect students with corporate partners or startups in emerging areas like soil analytics and drone pesticide application.
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The city recently held a conference that brought together government workers and leaders of artificial intelligence companies to discuss ways to implement the technology in the public sector.
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Modeled after its Hour of Code campaign, Code.org's new Hour of AI initiative means to prepare students and families for the future of artificial intelligence through practice with coding and AI tools.
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The Cyber Maryland investment aims to support organizations that invest in workforce development via the Cyber and AI Clinic, which will train residents for careers in this field and offer security services.
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As the variables from a sea of numbers and percentage points around soil type, row width and weather patterns mount, some agricultural organizations and researchers are making use of artificial intelligence.
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The online learning platform Udemy has seen a fivefold increase in AI-related enrollments this year, but some experts warn against falling for hype that frames AI as a quick fix for issues in education and the workforce.
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The Georgia Fintech Academy, a partnership between the University System of Georgia and some of the world’s largest payments companies, says it has served more than 10,000 students since it was established in 2018.
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From AI dashboards to predictive models, the state Department of Transportation is creating a pathway toward tech-driven management of its bridges, with the help of a familiar private-sector partner.
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The county’s Information Technology Department is seeking approval to renew Microsoft 365 subscriptions, and funding for an additional 100 licenses for Copilot, its AI-powered digital companion.
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As public safety staffing shortages persist, Truleo is betting that a new AI tool focused on police chiefs and staff can help reduce law enforcement workflow burdens — and prevent the need to hire full-time assistants.
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