The National Association of State Chief Information Officers awarded projects from Minnesota to Washington, spotlighting how leaders are modernizing government through data, cybersecurity and people-focused initiatives.
The report, developed by New America’s RethinkAI coalition by analyzing interviews, policy and pilots across the U.S., aims to provide governments and other entities with AI adoption recommendations.
The New York City Office of Digital Assets and Blockchain, created by mayoral executive order, is intended to support industry growth and ensure the alignment of policies and initiatives across city agencies.
At its annual conference, the National Association of State Chief Information Officers recognized Ohio’s Holly Drake for her cybersecurity leadership, while also doling out other tech awards.
A handful of new artificial intelligence tools, purpose-built by the interactive learning platform Wooclap with input from university faculty, aim to cut prep time and deepen classroom engagement.
The Microsoft Elevate Washington initiative aims to close gaps in access to artificial intelligence tools and training across Washington state with free access to Copilot Studio and professional development resources.
The Local Government Cybersecurity Alliance’s initial publication calls on officials to treat cybersecurity as a financial and fiduciary responsibility.
State CIO Amaya Capellán and Chief Technology Officer R. Brian Andrews have both departed state government. It’s essential, Capellán said recently, “to deliver for our workforce and make sure they are equipped.”
