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AI Week(ly) Roundup | 7/27/25
Here are the 10 most important AI and tech stories from the past week—and why they matter to business and technology leaders.
“Woke AI,” Government Algorithms, and the Fight for Truth in a Polarized Digital Age
Trump’s latest executive order takes aim at “Woke AI” in government systems, demanding truth-seeking, ideologically neutral algorithms. But beneath the politics lies a deeper issue: Can we even agree on what truth looks like in the age of algorithmic bias? This post explores...
Trump’s New AI Executive Orders: What They Mean for Business, Technology, and the Future of U.S. Innovation
Announced at the AI Summit in Washington, D.C., these orders represent a bold shift in how the federal government approaches AI—focusing on deregulation, infrastructure, and ideological neutrality.
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Announcing Future Tech Forum: Cincinnati (July 31, 2025)
Announcing the next Enterprise Technology Association event: Future Tech Forum: Cincinnati , a private, invite-only gathering of top business and technology leaders exploring what’s next in innovation.
From Sensors to Sentience: How Smart Cities Are Getting AI-Ready
As artificial intelligence accelerates from buzzword to backbone, government leaders in smart cities across the U.S. and the world are asking the same question: Are we ready?
The AI Policy Crossroads: 6 Key Legislative Developments Business and Tech Leaders Need to Watch
In just the last six months, a wave of new legislation and regulatory proposals has swept across the U.S. — from sweeping federal bills to state-level trailblazing on AI safety and deepfake enforcement. These shifts are shaping the operating environment for businesses,...
Introducing the AI Squared Initiative: Accelerating American Innovation in AI
The AI Squared Initiative is designed to promote and accelerate American innovation in Artificial Intelligence through education, enablement, policy leadership, and economic development.
New NIST Password Guidance: What IT Leaders Need to Know
In today’s digital-first world, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures is paramount for organizations across industries. One of the key pillars of cybersecurity is password management. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently released updated...
Can AI Solve the Interoperability Problem in Smart City Technology Stacks?
One of the biggest challenges facing smart cities today is interoperability. A smart city relies on a complex network of technologies—from transportation systems and energy grids to public safety networks and water management systems. Each of these systems often operates on...
Weekly Roundup, Tech Policy Trends | 11/10/24
This week saw significant developments in tech policy, particularly concerning AI regulations, digital privacy, and international collaborations on cybersecurity.
Tech Policy Activity | Weekly Roundup | 10/25/24
Here’s a look at some of this week’s most notable updates in genAI, highlighting its fast-paced adoption, transformative potential, and evolving ethical considerations.
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