Under a public-private partnership, the State of New Jersey will develop a statewide supercomputer to expand artificial intelligence (AI) research, support workforce development, and increase access to advanced computing resources.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) announced new funding opportunities on Oct. 27 to support the 2027 Presidential Super Intelligence (SI) Challenge, offering eligible grant recipients up to $100,000 each to help students and educators develop technology-driven solutions to real-world problems.
State education leaders are making artificial intelligence (AI) their top technology priority, but more than two-thirds say they struggle to independently verify vendors’ claims about AI products, according to the 2026 State EdTech Trends report. The report, produced by Whiteboard Advisors and commissioned by the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA), draws on survey responses […]
As state and local governments look to expand their use of artificial intelligence (AI), technology leaders in Clark County, Nev., and Durham, N.C., say successful adoption depends on more than new tools – it requires investments in digital infrastructure, stronger coordination across government systems, and a clear understanding of the public services AI can improve.
In a new study, colleges and universities reported more progress in forming artificial intelligence (AI) committees and offering training than in dedicating staff, funding, and regular policy reviews to sustain that work.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger directed state officials to develop statewide cyberattack prevention, response, and infrastructure protection plans under an Oct. 23 directive addressing risks from artificial intelligence (AI).
Georgia Tech and Emory University are investing more than $1 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) to expand research capabilities, develop a skilled workforce, and drive economic growth across Georgia, the universities announced on Oct. 8.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger launched a new chatbot on Oct. 8 to help residents find information on the agency’s website more quickly and reduce reliance on its call center.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Oct. 5 an expansion of the state’s Reconnect free community college initiative to help adults retrain as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes employment.
A redesign of two Advanced Placement courses is underway to address generative artificial intelligence (AI). New approaches to AI instruction, student assessment, and teacher training will launch in the 2027-28 school year, according to an announcement from the College Board, the nonprofit organization offering the SAT and AP courses.
