Author: CPSAI

  • How Intelligent Document Processing is Opening the Door to AI in State and Local Agencies

    How Intelligent Document Processing is Opening the Door to AI in State and Local Agencies

    You can read the full article here. This op-ed by Brent Blawat, an AI strategist with over 24 years of experience in technology development, explores the increasing adoption of Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) within state and local governments. Despite initial skepticism about artificial intelligence, IDP stands out as a palatable AI application, delivering immediate value…

  • This Week in Government Technology – August 25th-September 1st, 2024

    This Week in Government Technology – August 25th-September 1st, 2024

    AI Chatbots Writing Police Reports Raises Concerns Police departments in cities like Oklahoma City and Lafayette are beginning to experiment with AI tools to draft initial crime reports based on body camera footage and audio recordings. This new technology, developed by Axon, promises to reduce officers’ time on paperwork, freeing them to focus on active…

  • California’s Bold Moves to Regulate AI

    California’s Bold Moves to Regulate AI

    You can read the full article here. California lawmakers recently approved a range of legislative proposals to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), ban deepfakes, and safeguard workers from potential exploitation due to rapid technological advances. These measures are part of a broader legislative effort in California to address the rapidly evolving AI industry and its implications.…

  • This Week in Government Technology – August 18th-25th, 2024

    This Week in Government Technology – August 18th-25th, 2024

    This week in government technology, AI is driving transformative advancements across the public sector. In Los Angeles, the city is implementing long-term AI policies through its new AI Roadmap, while the “Driving Public Sector Innovation” video series highlights how AI and cloud computing are improving decision-making and service delivery across agencies like the U.S. Navy…

  • USAID Partners with OpenAI to Deploy AI for Administrative Efficiency

    USAID Partners with OpenAI to Deploy AI for Administrative Efficiency

    You can read the full article here. OpenAI has announced its first federal agency customer for ChatGPT Enterprise, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID aims to leverage this technology to reduce administrative burdens and facilitate more accessible partnerships with new and local organizations. This move follows OpenAI’s recent achievement of FedRAMP High Authorization,…

  • This Week in Government Technology – August 11th-18th, 2024

    This Week in Government Technology – August 11th-18th, 2024

    This week in government technology, AI continues to drive significant changes across the public sector. Key stories include the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s AI-driven transformation, California’s controversial AI regulation bill, and the GSA’s new fellowship focused on AI projects. AI also enhances Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport operations, improving efficiency and decision-making. These developments highlight how…

  • Balancing AI Adoption with Strategic Planning in State Governments

    Balancing AI Adoption with Strategic Planning in State Governments

    You can read the full article here. A recent survey by the National Association of State Technology Directors highlights the mixed reactions of state IT leaders towards integrating AI technologies, particularly generative AI. While many state governments are actively developing AI policies and re-organizing IT departments to incorporate AI, others remain cautious or skeptical about…

  • This Week in Government Technology – August 4th-11th, 2024

    This Week in Government Technology – August 4th-11th, 2024

    In this week’s edition of This Week in Government Technology, we explore the growing influence of AI in public sector initiatives across the United States. From the launch of NACo’s AI Leadership Academy to empower county officials to California’s strategic partnership with Nvidia to enhance AI education and the deployment of AI technology by AC…

  • Beta District Drives Tech Growth in Mobility and Agriculture in Central Ohio

    Beta District Drives Tech Growth in Mobility and Agriculture in Central Ohio

    You can read the full article here. The Beta District, a technology innovation zone in Central Ohio, is positioning itself as a transportation and agricultural technology leader by leveraging the region’s strengths. Doug McCollough, the newly appointed executive director, emphasizes the interconnectedness of mobility and agriculture, particularly through advancements in autonomy and electrification. With a…

  • This Week in Government Technology – July 21st-August 4th, 2024

    This Week in Government Technology – July 21st-August 4th, 2024

    This week’s blog explores key developments in AI across various levels of government. The National Association of Counties (NACo) released the AI County Compass, a report guiding local governments on safe AI integration. Francisco Ramirez of Red Hat highlights the transformative potential of AI-powered customer service tools in the public sector. New York City is…