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Federal & National AI Developments AI Security & Compliance Firm Secures $5M in Funding Darwin, a technology company specializing in AI security and compliance services for state and local governments, has received $5 million in funding to scale its current projects. The company’s CEO expressed hopes that these funds would accelerate the development of tools…

Federal AI Initiatives Civil Society Groups Urge AI Transparency in Federal Agencies A coalition of 18 civil society organizations has sent a letter to the Trump administration, advocating for preserving President Biden’s AI transparency policy. This policy required federal agencies to publicly disclose how AI is used in government services and programs. Supporters argue that…

Federal AI Initiatives Google Public Sector released its annual survey of state and local government IT leaders, finding a notable decrease in concern around some common risks associated with AI adoption. Compared to last year: According to Google Public Sector, these shifts suggest growing confidence among public sector leaders in managing AI responsibly and securely…

Federal AI Initiatives Preserving Federal AI Leadership Structures A recent op-ed from StateScoop emphasizes the importance of retaining Biden-era Chief AI Officers (CAIOs) under the Trump administration. The piece argues that CAIOs offer two critical advantages: State AI Initiatives Nevada’s Ambitious Statewide AI Modernization Project Nevada continues to lead statewide government modernization with its ongoing…

Federal and National AI Initiatives Congressional Push for AI Regulation Jay Obernolte, a California Republican Congressman, has urged Congress to pass federal AI regulations to prevent a fragmented approach across states. The lawmaker warned that without cohesive federal policies, the nation could face inconsistent AI safety and data privacy regulations. Obernolte is also leading efforts…

Federal and National AI Initiatives GovAI Coalition Launches AI Contract Hub The GovAI Coalition, a network of over 600 government agencies spanning local, state, and federal levels, has partnered with procurement services firm Pavilion to develop an AI Contract Hub. This initiative aims to provide agencies access to curated AI contracts, streamlining procurement processes and…

As artificial intelligence continues to shape the public sector, government agencies are exploring new adoption, regulation, and governance strategies at all levels. This week, several significant developments have emerged in AI policy and deployment, ranging from municipal partnerships to federal strategy shifts. Federal AI Policy Shifts OpenAI Introduces ChatGPT Gov In an effort to streamline…

Federal Highlights Creation of the AI and Crypto Czar RolePresident Elect Donald Trump announced the establishment of a new executive office role: the “AI and Crypto Czar.” Venture capitalist David Sacks has been appointed to this position. Sacks is known for advocating minimal regulation to foster innovation, aligning with Trump’s broader anti-regulation stance. He supports…

State-Level Updates Arizona Updates AI Policies Arizona has updated its AI use policies based on insights from a state-wide survey of government employees’ technology usage. The revised policies prioritize modernizing the state’s data infrastructure to enable system-level AI integration across agencies while aligning with how employees are currently utilizing the technology. Survey on Local Government…

State-Level Updates California’s Role in AI Legislation California has long been at the forefront of AI regulation in the United States, setting benchmarks for state-level AI governance. However, a recent op-ed by Route Fifty raises questions about California’s future direction. As the state prepares to respond to the incoming administration’s legislative agenda, there are hints…