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December 2, 2024
AI and the Future of Civics
In a nation where less than half of adults can name all three branches of government, a quarter cannot name even a single branch, and roughly 26 percent cannot name any First Amendment freedoms, America’s civic literacy crisis has reached a critical point. Equipping students with a comprehensive understanding of government structures and the legislative process is essential to fostering an…
November 18, 2024
The Power of Pivots: How Smart Companies Change the Game
Businesses and startups alike have long served to drive American ingenuity and growth. Within the United States alone, over 75,000 successful startups have broken into the marketplace, leading the US to dominate the marketplace. While there are many tactics that new startups can utilize to thrive in a competitive industry, burdensome regulatory practices are stifling…
November 11, 2024
Between Rules and Reality: The Complex Challenge of EU Data Compliance
The European Union presents businesses with a complex challenge: They must comply with three major regulatory frameworks that sometimes have conflicting requirements. These frameworks are the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), European Union Artificial Intelligence or EU AI Act, and Digital Markets Act (DMA). While each regulation serves a purpose, their overlapping and occasionally conflicting…
October 25, 2024
Cybersecurity Concerns with QR Codes: Staying Safe in the Digital Age
Quick Response (QR) codes, those black and white squares whose popularity surged with the rise of contactless interactions during the COVID-19 pandemic, from restaurant menus to parking meters, have become a convenient shortcut in our digital world. These codes now offer a simple way to access information with a quick scan from your smartphone. However,…
October 21, 2024
The Future of Small Business Financing
Small businesses are the foundation of the US economy, representing 99 percent of all firms and employing nearly half of the private sector workforce. In 2021, these enterprises generated over $16.2 trillion in revenue. Beyond their economic impact, small businesses play a vital role in shaping neighborhoods and communities across the country. Despite their significance, many small…
October 14, 2024
The Vital Importance of Encryption for Consumers: Lessons from Recent Events
As we observe Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, a recent and alarming cyber incident is a stark reminder that digital security is a concern not just for businesses and governments but for every individual. The reported breach of major US telecom companies by Chinese hackers has thrown into sharp focus the vital importance of robust…
September 30, 2024
The Broadband Dilemma
Broadband accessibility has rapidly transformed into a modern-day essential, integral to our nation’s economy. However, some still do not have access to basic internet connectivity, which became more evident during COVID-19. As a result, government programs like the $42 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program were created to expand internet connectivity to unserved…
September 17, 2024
Apple’s Tax Triumph Turned Sour: Is the EU Playing Fair?
In the world of tech and tax complications, the recent European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling ordering Apple to pay a whopping €13 billion ($14 billion) in back taxes to Ireland has sent shockwaves through the corporate world. This verdict, which concludes an eight-year-long legal battle, ignited a fierce debate on whether the European Union is justified…
September 6, 2024
The UK’s AI Policy Pivot: From Global AI Safety Leader to Domestic AI Adopter?
Is the new United Kingdom’s government leadership stepping back from the country’s recently acquired position as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) safety regulation? Announcements this past week show a shift in priorities around AI that comes just months after the UK hosted the groundbreaking AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park in November 2023 positioning the UK at…
April 30, 2024
Six Takeaways from Stanford University’s 2024 Report on the State AI
The 2024 Artificial Intelligence Index, released by Stanford’s Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI), delivers crucial insights into AI’s influence and developments. This detailed yearly report presents a data-based overview of AI’s progress across significant areas, including research, ethics, policy, public perception, and economics. A few highlights from the report are below. AI Beats Humans…