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May 30, 2024

Selected links to items focusing on using Artificial Intelligence [AI] in governmental operations recently posted on the Internet

AI's Energy Appetite: Challenges for Our Future Electricity Supply The dramatic growth in GenAI and AI adoption is bringing increased demand for energy to power data centers. Where is this heading? How can we navigate a sustainable energy future with exploding technology usage? READ MORE

 

Can AI and Other Tech Ease Public Safety Workforce Woes? Police departments and emergency dispatch centers need more workers. Gov tech suppliers are rushing to the rescue, promising new software, data integration and other tools to make up for vacant positions. READ MORE

 

Can AI make airplane food better? READ MORE


Colorado Lawmakers Send Bills on AI, Deepfakes to Governor State legislators have agreed on what should be done about protecting residents from artificial intelligence, and against the use of deepfakes in elections. Proposed laws taking action on each have gone to Gov. Jared Polis for his signature. READ MORE


Ethics, Workers’ Rights Central to Fed’s Employer AI Guidelines The U.S. Department of Labor has released guidance for employers and developers amid the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence. Several focus on protecting and empowering staff. READ MORE


Pilot Will Use AI to Understand Traffic, Safety in Las Vegas The Regional Transportation Commission is working with governments and local police on a test of Advanced Intersection Analytics. It will use AI, predictive analytics, historical data, cameras and sensors to learn about high-risk intersections. READ MORE

 

RapidSOS Doubles Down on AI and Emergency Data Integration Two new tools from the public safety tech provider, fresh off an Innovation Day, offer AI assistance during emergencies and wider, unified views of data vital to first responders. The move reflects wider gov tech trends. READ MORE

 

San Jose AI Initiative Boosts Accessibility, but by How Much? The city of San Jose has adopted an AI-powered translation tool to improve accessibility at City Council meetings for people who primarily speak a language other than English. It may see wider use, depending upon its performance thus far. READ MORE



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