AI and The Law A report posted on Sui
Generis, a New York Law Blog" by Nicole Black, Esq., addressing using
AI in and by law firms. Click the text following highlighted in blue to access
the report: New
Report Highlights GenAI Adoption Trends in Law.
AI Gun Scan Company, ZeroEyes, Raises $53M The company
has raised more than $100 million in equity and debt from private investment
firms, and it has hired more than 150 people, some of them veterans, half in
the Philadelphia area. READ
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Are
We More at Risk of Infectious Disease Now Than Ever? From COVID to Lyme disease, there are
numerous illnesses that residents across Connecticut and the nation are at risk of. But does that mean
we are more at risk today than times in the past? READ
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Are
We Only 20 Years from the Singularity? When
futurist Ray Kurzweil popularized the idea that AI would one day surpass human
intelligence, he predicted its occurrence in 2045. With two decades to go, now
is the time to get ahead on regulating it. READ
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At
First Meeting, R.I. AI Task Force Considers Advisers Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee announced the
group’s membership, and that he would host its inaugural gathering, on Friday.
Members will assess the risks and opportunities in artificial
intelligence. READ
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Atlanta AI Council Meets at Last, Looks to Create
Committees The new council, chaired by Sam Altman, CEO
of OpenAI, held its inaugural gathering at the end of June, six months after it
was announced. The group may create committees to get more heavily involved in
day-to-day operations. READ
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Atlanta
Cyclists Warn of E-Bike Dangers on Shared Paths
Atlanta limits e-bike motors to 20 miles per hour on shared-use
paths, but there have been several reports of bikes traveling at speeds up to
70 mph. READ
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Big
Batteries Were Key to California Grid Surviving Recent Heat Wave The state’s power grid maintained service
throughout a nearly three-weeklong record-setting heat wave. Officials are
crediting investments in clean energy, particularly in 10,000 megawatts of battery
storage. READ
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Boston to Roll
Out Tap-to-Pay Transit Fare Payment Option The Massachusetts Bay
Transportation Authority, in partnership with Cubic Transportation Systems,
will introduce new contactless tap-to-ride technology, where riders tap a
credit card or digital wallet to pay transit fares. READ
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Can
a Gov Tech Supplier Help Reduce Recidivism Rates? That’s one of the main ideas driving a
deal between Geographic Solutions and California prison authorities. The company’s software is
helping give soon-to-be-released inmates a chance to apply for jobs. READ
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ChatGPT
and Google Gemini Pass Ethical Hacking Exams
Researchers at the University of Missouri say the automation and speed of large language models could be useful
in cyber defense, but they can’t yet replace human cybersecurity experts. READ
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Chicago
Teaches Barber Students How to Reverse Overdoses Rush University Medical Center is using its classes of barber and hair stylist
students to help combat the opioid crisis by providing them training about
substance use disorders and how to administer Narcan. READ
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Chinese
Tech Firm Files to Launch 10K Low-Orbit Satellites Plus, Waymo reports 50,000 weekly
driverless taxi rides in three major cities, research finds investments in
renewable energy are paying off and parrots, it turns out, like to FaceTime
their friends. READ
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Clay County, Ind.,
Declares Local Disaster After Cyber Attack
The local government declared a “local disaster emergency” due to a
“significant disruption in services as a result of a criminal ransomware
attack.” This follows disruptions to the county courthouse and
probation/community corrections. READ
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Cloud
Procurement: Myths and Opportunities With
the expiration of emergency procurement provisions, many agencies have returned
to traditional procedures after a period of unprecedented flexibility and rapid
delivery of cloud-based services. But government IT leaders may have more
latitude to take advantage of cloud-based solutions than they realize. This
thought leadership paper debunks common misconceptions about cloud procurement
and outlines strategies for simplifying procurement processes.
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Connecticut’s
Digital Equity Work Supports Regional Efforts
Digital Equity Program Manager Lauren Thompson on building a
people-centered program, maximizing federal funding and making sure residents
have the tools they need to get online in Connecticut. READ
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FBI
Revamps Criminal Justice Data Security Policy
Revisions to the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services
Security Policy affect all entities who have access to that data, including
education departments, police, vendors and more. READ
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Feds Give Georgia’s Blue Bird $80M for EV School
Buses The bus maker will receive the money under
the Domestic Auto Manufacturing Conversion Grants program plan, which aims to
spur U.S. production of electric, hydrogen or hybrid vehicles. It will convert
a factory to produce the buses. READ
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First-of-its-Kind Gender-Based Violence: Law,
Policy, and Practice Course Gives Students Real-World Experience Albany Law School
continues to find innovative ways to advance its curriculum to prepare students
for a career in law. A fitting example is the new Gender-Based Violence: Law,
Policy, and Practice class. The two-credit course, first offered in the spring
semester of 2024, focuses on the first-of-its-kind federal plan U.S.
National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence: Strategies for Action, which
was adopted in the spring of 2023. READ MORE
Floodbase
Aims to Bring More Real-Time Clarity to Flood Risk The company, which already serves the
federal government, has released a data-based product to other public agencies.
The goal is to help officials with flood response, management and recovery
operations. READ
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Florida
Welcome Signs With DeSantis Motto Cost $60K
The state now has signs that welcome visitors to “The Free State of
Florida” at 24 locations along highways and two welcome centers. The slogan has
been used in Gov. Ron DeSantis’ ampaign
since at least 2022. READ
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Florida Will
Pull Digital ID App from Stores, Redo It In an email Wednesday, the
Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles said it will revise the
Florida Smart ID application, and asked users to delete it. The app has since been
deactivated. READ
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Future-Proofing
the Public Sector with Technology Modernization
As advancements in technology speed up, government agencies face a
decision: maintain old legacy systems or invest in modern technology. The
imperative for leaders is not just about keeping pace with technological
advancements but about reducing risks by making smart choices that will stand
the test of time. By all measures, migrating legacy IT system functions to the
cloud is the smart choice. DOWNLOAD
Google
Public Sector unveils AI thought leadership hub: Helping organizations
innovate Google launches new thought
leadership hub detailing AI tools designed to address public sector challenges,
from healthcare to sustainability. Explore
Real-world AI in Action For the Public Sector
Google's
AI hub: How AI is empowering the public sector
Discover how adaptive, secure, and responsible AI is helping
modernize government services. Explore case studies, white papers, and expert
insights. Discover
How AI is Transforming Citizen Services
Guarding
Gold: Cybersecurity Challenges Ahead of the Paris Olympics Preparations for the Paris Summer
Olympics have been going on for years. And given the expected global audience
and international participation, cybersecurity is at the center of the
action. READ
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Harford
County Approves AP African American Studies Curriculum The Maryland county’s Board of Education unanimously approved
the updated coursework this week following hours of public comments. The
elective course will be offered next year to juniors and seniors at six
schools. READ
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Heavy
Rains, Floods Force Hundreds to Flee St. Louis Area Heavy rains on Tuesday threatened failure
of the 89-year-old Nashville, Mo., City Reservoir Dam, forcing about 200 people to
evacuate their homes. More rain is expected across the region. READ
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How
‘Alternative Investments’ Are Dragging Down Pension Performance The major public funds have almost
doubled their investments in high-fee, nontraditional vehicles, and important
new research shows how costly it’s been. It’s a wake-up call for greater
scrutiny of fee structures and consultants’ assumptions. READ
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How
Contact Centers Can Innovate Without Disruption
Contact centers are essential to creating a satisfying customer
experience (CX) for government agencies and their constituents. In this
Government Technology Q&A, Jerry Dotson, vice president of public sector,
Avaya Government Solutions, explains how the right CX platform lets government
organizations implement new contact center technologies easily and
efficiently. READ
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How
Governments Are Using AI and GIS to Fast-Track Permits State and municipal agencies and one of
the nation’s most populous counties are integrating AI and GIS into their
permitting systems, adding automation and enhancing transparency to improve
service and accountability. READ
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Is
Minnesota’s Governor Taking Fraud Claims Seriously? Recent reports from the legislative
auditor about stolen millions have sparked questions about Gov. Tim Walz’
administration and its oversight of public funds. READ
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Massachusetts City Doubles Number of Surveillance Cameras Officials in Methuen, Mass., have started the process of installing 50 public
police cameras in recent weeks as part of the citywide camera network that will
cover all 23 square miles of the city. READ
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Minnesota
Housing Agency Accused of Making Racial Segregation Worse The Minneapolis-based Stairstep
Foundation works with more than 100 Black churches and argued that the
Minnesota Advisory Committee has not encouraged or allocated subsidized housing
appropriately. READ
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Nebraska
Court Rules State Workers Must Return to the Office Gov. Jim Pillen ordered state workers
back in the office at the start of the year, but the employees union balked. A
labor court said the union had "engaged in a pattern of willful, flagrant,
aggravated, persistent and pervasive prohibited misconduct." READ
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New England
Attorneys General Notify Cyber Attack Victims Officials in Massachusetts and New Hampshire are contacting and offering resources to people
whose personal and health information may have been compromised in the February
Change Healthcare incident. READ
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New Jersey Braces
for School Smartphone Ban Fighting
Officials in Middletown, N.J., have proposed a policy banning smartphone use in
classrooms, bathrooms, locker rooms and most spaces outside of high school free
periods, as a statewide ban is discussed. READ
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Often
Overlooked, Printers Require Protection Strategies We rely on printing and document sharing
so often it’s easy to overlook the security vulnerabilities inherent to them.
However, both pose significant risks. DOWNLOAD
Political
and Labor Leader in Philadelphia Sentenced to 6 Years in Prison On Thursday, John Dougherty was sentenced
to federal prison following convictions of bribery and embezzlement. Dougherty
led the state’s most powerful labor union for nearly 30 years. READ
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Prepare
for a New Dust Bowl No rainmaker,
aqueduct or prayer can save the Ogallala Aquifer from depletion. The battle over its decline
pits good policy against powerful agricultural and political interests. READ
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Protect
Digital Identities from Fraud Discover
strategies to enhance digital identity security and reduce fraud risks. READ
THE WHITE PAPER
Ransomware Attack Hits Florida Department of Health This new
cyber attack has disrupted the state’s ability to issue death and birth
certificates, and the breach might be putting sensitive patient data at
risk. READ
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Report: Police Must Evolve to Combat New Age of
Cyber Threats Public safety threats are increasingly
blending physical violence, cyber attacks and online influence campaigns. The
report calls for new law enforcement training, a national threat system and more. READ
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San Francisco Elevates
Seasoned Exec to CIO IT Leader
Interim CIO Michael Makstman, in place since Jan. 1, has been made
permanent and will lead the city-county’s Department of Technology. Makstman
has been with San
Francisco
more than six years and was previously its CISO. READ
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Seattle
to Vote on Record $1.55 Billion Transportation Levy The proposal would increase property
taxes to fund new sidewalks, bike lanes, and other transportation
infrastructure. It would replace a $930 million levy expiring this year. READ
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See the USA in Your
Chevrolet, for About 11 Cents a Mile Traveling across the West in an electric car
turned out to have unexpected thrills, and occasional frustrations. Our
reporter found that the chargers were out there — but connecting with them
sometimes meant taking the long way around. READ
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Self-Service,
Automation Driving Public-Sector IT Innovation
Learn how the convergence of self-service and automation in
public-sector IT enhances efficiency for government agencies — streamlining
access to services, freeing up resources and fostering innovation. LEARN
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Should
Noncitizens Be Able to Be Cops and Firefighters? This fall, Denver voters will decide whether people who are legal
residents but not U.S. citizens should be able to work as city firefighters and police
officers. If approved by a majority, the citizenship requirement will be
removed. READ
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Some
Police Leave Big Cities to Avoid Scrutiny
Larger departments struggle to hire, despite big salaries and
bonuses, while smaller agencies are seeing their incentives yield more hires. READ
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South
Carolina’s Blueprint Reveals How It Will Leverage AI The state’s Artificial Intelligence
Strategy details how agencies will leverage the technology for predictive
analysis, to improve resident services and drive workforce development. Ethics
and security are part of the plan. READ
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State
of Local Government Survey Results - 2024
A recent survey of over 500 local government leaders and if there’s
one thing that the results tell us, it’s that the need to do more with less is
greater than ever. Download this year’s annual survey to see what the biggest
opportunities and obstacles facing the public sector are. SEE
THE RESULTS
States
Tighten Funeral Home Rules After Decades of Lax Oversight Lawmakers in Colorado, Illinois and Michigan are seeking to tighten regulations on the funeral
home industry after numerous incidents prompted outrage from the public and
grieving families. READ
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Strengthen
Your Digital Identity Today Learn
effective methods to safeguard digital identities and prevent online
fraud. ACCESS
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Strengthening
Supervision for Safer Communities Staff
shortages and rising caseloads are contributing to an increase in the average
time adults remain incarcerated. Supervision software can streamline pretrial,
probation and parole processes and help officers manage cases more efficiently.
This paper explains how modern supervision software can help improve outcomes
and protect communities. DOWNLOAD
The
Contributions Older People Could Make to Government When it comes to public-sector jobs and
elective office, age discrimination is real. Governments would do well to tap
into the experience and the particular type of intelligence that people of a
certain age can bring to bear. READ
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The
Emerging Strategy for Getting Drivers of the Biggest Gas Guzzlers Into EVs The top 10 percent of drivers in the U.S. consume more than a third of the gasoline. Some
lawmakers hope targeting them with EV incentives will help reduce emissions
more quickly. READ
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The
Expensive Help Texas Is Getting at the Border
The federal government has deployed the National Guard to Texas’
border with Mexico for years, but a number of states have dug into their own
budgets to send more military and law enforcement personnel. Some states have
spent millions. READ
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The
Mission: Connect Every American From
tough terrains to harsh climates, connecting every American requires
resilience. Witness the relentless efforts to bridge the digital divide.
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Real Reason Local Governments Are Facing More ADA Non-Compliance Fines Perceived redesign costs, unknowledgeable
website design partners, and limited maintenance resources are holding too many
municipalities back from ADA
compliance. LEARN
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The
Winners and Losers of Pennsylvania’s $47.6B Budget The state’s budget will include big
changes to how the state funds its public schools and offers a new approach to
higher ed. But residents earning minimum wage and SEPTA won’t be so lucky in
financial allocation this year. READ
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Two
Years In, Americans Still Learning What the 988 Crisis Line Is All About The national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
is two years old. Americans know it’s there, but not many know what it
does. READ
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Under
Watchful Eyes, Guilford County Upgrades Its 911 Center One of North Carolina's largest counties is deploying a new emergency
communications system from Hexagon. The exec running the 911 center — now the
new president of NENA — details what will happen and what’s at stake. READ
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Use
This Framework to Modernize Your Government Grant Programs This framework accommodates the
uniqueness of each government grant program so you can modernize at your own
pace. LEARN
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Washington State Launches
Food Poisoning Reporting Tool Announced Monday,
the Foodborne Illness Notification System from the Washington Department of
Health is an online platform residents can use to notify authorities about
illness or food safety concerns. READ
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West
Virginia Appeals to SCOTUS Over Transgender Sports Ban State
Attorney General Patrick Morrisey filed a petition with the court asking it to
overturn an appellate court finding that the ban violated Title IX rights. READ
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What’s
New in Digital Equity: Rating Low-Cost Internet Plans Plus, the FCC is taking steps to update
broadband data collection, more states have had their initial proposals for
BEAD funding approved, Oakland
got a grant to expand broadband infrastructure, and more. READ
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When
‘Universal’ Pre-K Really Isn’t: Barriers to Participating Abound A lack of awareness, limited hours and a
shortage of teachers are among the hurdles.
READ
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Why Scammers Are Targeting Cryptocurrency ATMs Experts say
crypto ATMs have become a vehicle for international criminal enterprises, and
that millions of dollars’ worth of fraud is carried out using the machines in
the U.S. alone. READ
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Will
the 2024 Elections Lead to a Massive CIO Changeup? With 11 gubernatorial elections
impending, should state and local governments expect to see major changes in
the leadership of technology and innovation? Government Technology digs
into the data. READ
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Winning
Online Budget Books From budget
books to open data, see how local government teams around the country are
making their voices, and impact, heard with these online publications. SEE
HOW
Yolo County, Calif., Moves
to Gov Domains for Security Yolo County is proactively enhancing the security and trustworthiness of its
online presence by transitioning all county professional email accounts and
webpages from the ".org" domain to the ".gov" domain. READ
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