Data Center
Data Center Boom Strains Communities, Some Panelists Say
The issue may have already hardened into a defining political issue of 2026.
AI
Artificial intelligence is poised to transform humans' relationship with technology, and each other.
Expert Opinion
Arthur Sidney: Broadband Is Becoming AI Infrastructure. Who Actually Controls It?
As broadband becomes the delivery layer for AI-driven public services, agencies must build audit rights, explainability, and override authority into procurement contracts.
AI
AI Preemption Debate In Congress’s Hands
The longer Congress waits, the harder it may be.
Expert Opinion
Alejandro Roark: Spectrum Is the Foundation of America’s AI Future
America's physical AI future depends on a balanced spectrum strategy that pairs licensed auctions with expanded unlicensed and shared spectrum, the author urges.
Data Center
Amazon Data Center Approved Without Public Vote in California
The project bypassed both the planning commission and city council entirely.
Cybersecurity
Google Disrupts Hackers Using AI to Exploit an Unknown Weakness in a Company's Digital Defense
Malicious hackers are arming themselves with AI to supercharge their ability to break into the world’s computers.
FCC
AI-Powered Drones to Reshape Economy and National Security
U.S. leadership will depend on spectrum access and domestic drone systems, FCC says.
AI
Anthropic Partners with SpaceX to Expand AI Capacity
Anthropic will gain access to 300 megawatts of AI compute, doubling code rates.
California
Tech is Betting on a Former Executive in the Race for California Governor
Voters are questioning whether he’ll stand up to the tech industry that's backing him.
AI
Greece, Birthplace of Democracy, Seeks to Put Humanity Ahead of AI in Updated Constitution
The reforms must pass votes in two successive parliaments.
AI
Experts Weigh Risks of U.S.-Gulf Alliances in Global AI Race
With deals in place, policy experts worry export controls and security concerns complicate cooperation.
AI
Europe’s ‘Middle Powers’ Face Structural Challenges in AI Race
European powers are constrained by limited investment and reliance on U.S. firms, speakers say.
AI
Education Department Finalizes AI Priorities
Schools and higher education institutions encouraged to expand AI instruction and coursework.
AI
Connecticut Passes Bipartisan AI Regulation Bill
Measure addresses AI’s impact on workers, children, and consumers.
AI
In the PR Battle for AI Data Centers, Tech Giants Got a Blue-Collar Ally
Tech execs talk of needing to train hundreds of thousands more skilled workers.
Expert Opinion
Eric Bathras: From Fiber to Fabric, the Next Evolution of BEAD
Maryland officials are urging NTIA and Congress to let states use remaining BEAD funds for integrated, multi-use infrastructure rather than single-purpose broadband builds.
