American Red Cross VP Pipa Testifies Before Senate Special Committee on Aging
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Senate Special Committee on Aging released the following testimony by Jennifer Pipa, vice president of disaster programs for the American Red Cross, from a May 14, 2025, hearing entitled "Preparing for Disasters: Unique Challenges Facing Older Americans":
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Good afternoon, Chairman Scott, Ranking member Gillibrand and distinguished members of the Committee. Thank you for the privilege of testifying before you today on behalf of the American Red Cross. We commend t more
Austin Community College District Chancellor Lowery-Hart Testifies Before Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following testimony by Russell Lowery-Hart, chancellor of Austin Community College District, from a May 21, 2025, hearing entitled "The State of Higher Education":
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Chairman Cassidy, Ranking Member Sanders, and members of the Committee, I am honored to serve my students, colleagues and community as the Chancellor of Austin Community College District (ACC) in Central Texas. The ACC District covers a more
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee released the following testimony by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem from a May 20, 2025, hearing entitled "The Department of Homeland Security's Budget Request for Fiscal Year 2026":
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Chairman Paul, Ranking Member Peters, and distinguished Members of this Committee:
It is a privilege to present to you the Department of Homeland Security's critical work to keep our nation safe and share our prior more
Inclusive Emergency Management Subject Matter Expert Taylor Testifies Before Senate Special Committee on Aging
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Senate Special Committee on Aging released the following testimony by L. Vance Taylor, a subject matter expert for the Inclusive Emergency Management, from a May 14, 2025, hearing entitled "Preparing for Disasters: Unique Challenges Facing Older Americans":
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Chairman Scott, Ranking Member Gillibrand, Members of the Committee, my name is L. Vance Taylor. It is an honor to testify today. I do so, not on behalf of any government agency, but as a subject matter exper more
Pasco County Sheriff Nocco Testifies Before Senate Special Committee on Aging
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Senate Special Committee on Aging released the following testimony by Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco from a May 14, 2025, hearing entitled "Preparing for Disasters: Unique Challenges Facing Older Americans":
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Thank you, Chairman Scott, Ranking Member Gillibrand, and Members of the Special Committee on Aging, for inviting me to speak before you today.
My name is Chris Nocco and I have the distinct honor of serving as the Sheriff of Pasco County, Florida, a coun more
Student Borrower Protection Center Executive Director Pierce Testifies Before Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following written testimony by Mike Pierce, executive director of the Student Borrower Protection Center, from a May 21, 2025, hearing entitled "The State of Higher Education":
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Good morning Chairman Cassidy, Ranking Member Sanders, members of the committee. My name is Mike Pierce and I am the executive director of the Student Borrower Protection Center (SBPC). We are a national nonprofit organizat more
Student Borrower Protection Center Executive Director Pierce Testifies Before Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following written testimony by Mike Pierce, executive director of the Student Borrower Protection Center, from a May 21, 2025, hearing entitled "The State of Higher Education":
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During times of fiscal stress, states often use public higher education as a balance wheel,103 cutting funding which institutions fill through higher tuition, fees, reductions in student aid or more
Tuskegee University President Brown Testifies Before Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following written testimony by Mark Brown, president and CEO of Tuskegee University, from a May 21, 2025, hearing entitled "The State of Higher Education":
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Good morning, Chairman Cassidy, Ranking Member Sanders, and Distinguished Members of the Committee:
I am Mark Brown, the 10th President and Chief Executive Officer of Tuskegee University. I testify before you on the State of Higher Education a more
Taylor University President Lindsay Testifies Before Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee issued the following written testimony by Taylor University President D. Michael Lindsay from a May 21, 2025, hearing entitled "The State of Higher Education":
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American higher education is facing a profound crisis of public trust. Formerly viewed as a transformative force for good in society, many institutions have drifted from the foundational values that once inspired the public's confidence and investment more
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Airline Expresses Support for Aircraft Safety Rule
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has put forth a proposal aimed at enhancing the safety of certain Airbus Model A320 series airplanes. This rule would update an existing airworthiness directive, which currently mandates the reinforcement of the forward pressure bulkhead on these aircraft. The proposed changes are a direct response to recent discoveries of cracks in the affected area, prompting a need for more frequent inspections.
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Wildlife Advocates Warn Against Weakening Endangered Species Protections
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- A wildlife conservation group is voicing strong opposition to a proposed rule by the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service that would redefine "harm" under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The Wildlife Society Iowa Chapter contends that the proposed change, outlined in Docket No. FWS-HQ-ES-2025-0034, threatens decades of conservation progress by removing habitat destruction from the definition of "harm."
The ESA, a long-standing piece of legislation, p more
American Institute of CPAs Urges Treasury & IRS to Clarify Tax Rules for Foreign Earnings
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants has called on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service to provide clearer guidance on proposed tax regulations affecting previously taxed earnings and profits of foreign corporations. The group's recommendations aim to reduce uncertainty and prevent potential double taxation for U.S. taxpayers with foreign investments.
In a letter, the institute emphasized the need for taxpayers to rely on proposed more
Assistant District Attorney Advocates for Loan Forgiveness Program
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Casey Little, an assistant district attorney for the 12th Judicial District in Tennessee, has urged the U.S. Department of Education to preserve the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, emphasizing its crucial role in supporting public servants and maintaining the integrity of the justice system.
She stated, "The PSLF program is a huge part of why I can represent the 12th District of Tennessee." She explained that knowledge of the program influenced her decision to pur more
Assistant State Attorney Urges Action on Loan Forgiveness Program
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Wynn Vickers, an assistant Florida state attorney in Marion County, Ocala, has appealed to the U.S. Department of Education to address issues with the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, highlighting its importance for public service professionals.
She stated, "Since 2007, the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program has stood as a cornerstone of our country's public service workforce strategy." She added, "Any efforts to potentially roll back or alter the Public Servi more
Coalition to Promote Independent Entrepreneurs Urges IRS to Rescind Guidance
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The Coalition to Promote Independent Entrepreneurs is calling on the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service to revoke a recent revenue procedure, arguing it contradicts decades of established guidance and court decisions regarding the classification of individuals as independent contractors. The coalition asserts that the directive, Revenue Procedure 2025-10, will harm small businesses and stifle private entrepreneurship.
The coalition contends that the n more
Deputy District Attorney Urges Preservation of Loan Forgiveness Program
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Chrisna Howden, a deputy district attorney at the San Diego District Attorney's Office, California, has appealed to the U.S. Department of Education to maintain the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, emphasizing its vital role in supporting public service professionals and ensuring public safety.
She stated that the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program "has stood as a cornerstone of our country's public service workforce strategy." She added, "Any efforts to poten more
Energy & Wildlife Action Coalition Urges Fish & Wildlife Service to Consider Conservation Efforts for Bumble Bee
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The Energy and Wildlife Action Coalition has submitted comments to the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service, advocating for a thorough review of existing conservation efforts as the agency considers listing the Morrison bumble bee as a threatened or endangered species. The coalition emphasized the collaborative work already underway to protect pollinators, including a specific agreement covering the bumble bee.
The coalition's input comes in response t more
Former S.C. PSC Chairwoman Warns Against Dismantling Energy Utility Framework
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Nikki Hall White, a former chairwoman of the South Carolina Public Service Commission, has cautioned the U.S. Department of Justice against applying broad antitrust principles to the energy utility sector. She argues that such an approach risks harming consumers and undermining the stability, affordability, and reliability crucial to this vital sector.
White, from Washington, D.C., offered comments on the Antitrust Division's announcement regarding its Anticompetitive Regu more
Greater Yellowstone Coalition Calls for Broader Review of Grizzly Bear Management by U.S. Agriculture Dept.
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The Greater Yellowstone Coalition, Bozeman, Montana, is calling for a thorough assessment of grizzly bear damage management activities in Montana by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service's Wildlife Services program. The group submitted comments emphasizing the need for a comprehensive and science-based environmental impact statement. The organization stressed that the document must be responsive to ecological, social and legal conside more
International Bancshares Comments on Financial Crimes Enforcement Network Beneficial Ownership Rule
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- International Bancshares Corp., Laredo, Texas, has submitted comments in response to a new interim final rule from the U.S. Department of the Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network. The rule removes beneficial ownership reporting requirements for U.S. companies and individuals and establishes new deadlines for foreign companies.
The company welcomed the rule, noting its potential to reduce compliance burdens. The company emphasized its commitment to anti-money laund more
La. Public Service Commission Applaud EPA Approval of State Air Quality Plan
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The Louisiana Public Service Commission has expressed its support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's proposed rule to approve the state's air quality plan for sulfur dioxide under the Clean Air Act.
The proposed rule was published on April 9, 2025. The state agency, regulating retail electric rates and services, praised the federal agency's decision for aligning with cooperative federalism and respecting state authority, thus avoiding potential cost and reliabi more
Permafrost Pathways Highlights Disaster Response Gaps to FEMA
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Woodwell Climate Research Center Permafrost Pathways, Falmouth, Massachusetts, has urged the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency to broaden its disaster response programs to recognize the protracted nature of environmental threats like permafrost thaw and to cover essential subsistence-related losses. The communication underscored the vulnerabilities faced by Alaska native communities, which contribute minimally to climate change yet bea more
Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association Calls for Tax Overhaul
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association has called for considerable changes to existing and proposed tax regulations, arguing that many rules impose undue burdens on financial services companies without commensurate public benefits. In a letter to the U.S. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service, the financial trade association outlined its recommendations for repealing, amending, or withdrawing several key regulations.
SIFMA highlighted conce more
Texas Housers, Coalition for Environment, Equity, & Resilience Call for Reforms in Federal Disaster Aid
WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Texas Housers and the Coalition for Environment, Equity and Resilience have urged the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council to address persistent issues in disaster response, particularly for low-income survivors. The organizations submitted detailed input highlighting challenges with application denials, communication and assistance for vulnerable populations following various storms in Texas, emphasizing the need for clear more
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Common Sense Media Releases New AI Toolkit for School Districts
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 5 -- Common Sense Media issued the following news release:
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Common Sense Media Releases New AI Toolkit for School Districts
Toolkit provides teachers and district leaders with practical tools to facilitate AI adoption
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SAN FRANCISCO, June 4, 2025--Common Sense Media has released its first AI Toolkit for School Districts, which gives districts of all sizes a structured, action-oriented guide for implementing AI safely, responsibly, and effectively.
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Gale, Part of Cengage Group, Introduces AI Leveler Tool in Beta to Personalize Learning and Support Student Reading Comprehension
INDEPENDENCE, Kentucky, June 5 -- Gale, a part of Cengage Group, issued the following news release:
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Gale, Part of Cengage Group, Introduces AI Leveler Tool in Beta to Personalize Learning and Support Student Reading Comprehension
New GenAI tool is now available to K-12 educators in more than 50 school districts across 21 states; enables educators to adjust reading level to improve student outcomes.
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BOSTON - June 4, 2025 - Today, Gale, part of Cengage Group, announced the launch of A more
HMH Establishes AI Educator Council to Deepen Real-World Classroom Insights Shaping AI Solutions
WOOD DALE, Illinois, June 5 -- HMH Education, a company that says it creates K-12 learning solutions, issued the following news release:
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HMH Establishes AI Educator Council to Deepen Real-World Classroom Insights Shaping AI Solutions
The council unites educators from districts across the country to provide feedback and champion purposeful technology in education
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BOSTON - Adaptive learning company HMH has formed an AI Educator Council to give teachers a seat at the table in developin more
ICYMI: Grassley Discusses AI Whistleblower Protection Act During "A Starting Point" Interview
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Grassley Discusses AI Whistleblower Protection Act During "A Starting Point" Interview
WASHINGTON - Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined "A Starting Point" to share details about his AI Whistleblower Protection Act.
The legislation provides explicit whistleblower protections to those developing and deploying Artifici more
Kankakee Connections With Teach Plus Illinois Drive Landmark AI Bill for Schools
KANKAKEE, Illinois, June 5 -- Teach Plus, an organization that empowers teachers to take leadership over key policy and practice issues that affect their students' success, issued the following news release:
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Kankakee Connections with Teach Plus Illinois Drive Landmark AI Bill for Schools
A group of Kankakee-connected educators with Teach Plus Illinois led the effort to create the first coordinated guidance on AI use in Illinois classrooms, which was approved by the Illinois General Asse more
MIND Raises $30M Series A Funding to Deliver Autonomous Data Loss Prevention Through AI
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Paladin Capital Group, an entity that says it supports and grows companies through venture investment and growth capital, issued the following news:
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MIND Raises $30M Series A Funding to Deliver Autonomous Data Loss Prevention Through AI
Led by Paladin Capital Group and Crosspoint Capital Partners, MIND is already serving Fortune 1000 companies across diverse industries
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SEATTLE, Washington -- MIND, the upcoming leader in data loss prevention (DLP), today announc more
O'Reilly AI Academy Named "Enterprise Learning Solution of the Year" in 2025 EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program
SEBASTOPOL, California, June 5 -- O'Reilly issued the following news release:
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O'Reilly AI Academy Named "Enterprise Learning Solution of the Year" in 2025 EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program
Prestigious International Awards Program Recognizes Outstanding Educational Technology Products and Companies
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BOSTON--June 4, 2025--O'Reilly, the premier learning platform for technology professionals, today announced that the O'Reilly AI Academy has been selected as winner of the "Enterprise Lea more
Pallone on AI: Republicans Are Only Serious About Helping Big Tech
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on June 4, 2025:
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Pallone on AI: Republicans Are Only Serious About Helping Big Tech
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks today at a Communications and Technology Subcommittee hearing on "AI in the Everyday: Current Applications and Future Frontiers in Communicatio more
Salesforce Powers Limitless Government Capacity and Efficient Constituent Experiences With FedRAMP High AI Agents and Apps
SAN FRANCISCO, California, June 5 -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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Salesforce Powers Limitless Government Capacity and Efficient Constituent Experiences with FedRAMP High AI Agents and Apps
This authorization enables U.S. public sector organizations to improve constituent experiences and gain higher levels of efficiency by accessing a limitless, secure digital workforce that supports over-stretched public servants
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Teach Plus Illinois Applauds Passage of Landmark Bill to Guide AI Use in Schools
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, June 5 -- Teach Plus, an organization that empowers teachers to take leadership over key policy and practice issues that affect their students' success, issued the following news release:
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Teach Plus Illinois Applauds Passage of Landmark Bill to Guide AI Use in Schools
Teach Plus Illinois and Teach Plus teacher leaders applaud the General Assembly's passage of Illinois' first legislation on artificial intelligence in schools, which they wrote and championed. The le more
UB Launches AI and Health Science Lecture Series
BUFFALO, New York, June 5 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release:
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UB launches AI and health science lecture series
The initiative kicks off June 10 as scholar Brian Athey will discuss how AI will affect academic health centers
By Cory Nealon
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Artificial intelligence is already transforming health care.
At the University at Buffalo alone, researchers are harnessing the technology to improve medical imaging, find tre more
University of Southern California-Viterbi School of Engineering: Researchers Uncover Hidden Airport Hotspots in Global Wildlife Trafficking Using AI
LOS ANGELES, California, June 5 (TNSjou) -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering issued the following news:
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Researchers Uncover Hidden Airport Hotspots in Global Wildlife Trafficking Using AI
New Nature study highlights predictive power of AI in identifying airports used as key nodes in illegal wildlife trade networks
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A study published May 23 in Nature Communications Earth & Environment reveals how AI and network science can help authorities and conser more
Walmart's Retail Rewired Report 2025: Agentic AI at the Heart of Retail Transformation
BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, June 5 (TNSrpt) -- Walmart issued the following news on June 4, 2025:
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Walmart's Retail Rewired Report 2025: Agentic AI at the Heart of Retail Transformation
By Desiree Gosby, Senior Vice President, Tech Strategy and Emerging Tech
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* New data reveals a growing trust in AI-based shopping recommendations, on par with influencer endorsements.
* Shoppers look for ways to keep the fun of shopping while simplifying the practical parts with digital assistan more
FAU: 'Eye' on Health - AI Detects Dizziness and Balance Disorders Remotely
BOCA RATON, Florida, June 4 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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'Eye' on Health: AI Detects Dizziness and Balance Disorders Remotely
By Gisele Galoustian
Artificial intelligence is playing an increasingly vital role in modern medicine, particularly in interpreting medical images to help clinicians assess disease severity, guide treatment decisions and monitor disease progression. Despite these advancements, m more
Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy's Internet Governance Project Issues Commentary: From Substitution to Augmentation - Rethinking AI in Warfare
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 -- The Georgia Institute of Technology School of Public Policy's Internet Governance Project issued the following commentary:
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From Substitution to Augmentation: Rethinking AI in Warfare
By Seungtae Han
Roughly two thousand years ago, the full combat load of a Roman legionary weighed approximately 100 pounds (45 kg). Remarkably, modern militaries exhibit a similar pattern. U.S. Army soldiers still carry around 45 kg in full combat gear, while South Korean and Br more
ICYMI: Grassley Discusses AI Whistleblower Protection Act During "A Starting Point" Interview
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Grassley Discusses AI Whistleblower Protection Act During "A Starting Point" Interview
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WASHINGTON - Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined "A Starting Point" to share details about his AI Whistleblower Protection Act.
The legislation provides explicit whistleblower protections to those developing and deploying Artificial Intelligence (AI). Currently, some AI more
ICYMI: Stefanik Asks Education Secretary Linda McMahon About Harvard University's Crisis of Ideological Diversity and Artificial Intelligence
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Stefanik Asks Education Secretary Linda McMahon About Harvard University's Crisis of Ideological Diversity and Artificial Intelligence
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, a senior member of the Education and the Workforce Committee, asked Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon about Harvard University's crisis of ideological diversity and the department's resp more
ITI Welcomes New U.S. Center for AI Standards and Innovation
WASHINGTON, June 4 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Information Technology Industry Council posted the following news release:
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ITI Welcomes New U.S. Center for AI Standards and Innovation
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WASHINGTON - Today, global tech trade association ITI reacted to the U.S. Department of Commerce's announcement that the U.S. AI Safety Institute will be rebranded into the Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI).
"The reformed Center for AI Standards and Innovation is good news for U more
Podcast: U-M experts explore AI and the responsibility of its creators in building, guiding it toward best use
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 4 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news:
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Podcast: U-M experts explore AI and the responsibility of its creators in building, guiding it toward best use
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Artificial intelligence is often debated in terms of being a cure-all or chaos agent, as if independent of its human creators. Neither is the case, nor should we forget who makes it and why, and how it should serve humanity.
That's the backbone of the latest episode of Business & Society, more
Ricketts at AI+ Expo: Innovation and Adoption is the Key to AI Competition for America
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Sen. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release:
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Ricketts at AI+ Expo: Innovation and Adoption is the Key to AI Competition for America
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE), a senior member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, participated in the Special Competitive Studies Project's AI+ Expo in Washington, D.C. Speaking at a fireside chat titled "Winning the AI Race with the CCP," Ricketts made the case for how more
Sage reveals its vision for the Agentic AI era for CFOs, grounding it in trust, transparency and customer empowerment
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Sage Group, a provider of cloud business management solutions, issued the following news release:
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Sage reveals its vision for the Agentic AI era for CFOs, grounding it in trust, transparency and customer empowerment
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Sage, the leader in accounting, payroll and HR software for small and mid-sized businesses, today announced its vision for artificial intelligence at its flagship event, Sage Future. Building on nearly a decad more
Sage Unveils AI Trust Label to Empower SMBs
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Sage Group, a provider of cloud business management solutions, issued the following news release:
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Sage Unveils AI Trust Label to Empower SMBs
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Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), today announced the development of its AI Trust Label - a first-of-its-kind initiative to bring greater clarity and accountability to how AI is developed and used in busin more
Sage unveils AI-powered roadmap to accelerate high-performance finance teams
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 4 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Sage Group, a provider of cloud business management solutions, issued the following news release:
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Sage unveils AI-powered roadmap to accelerate high-performance finance teams
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Sage, the leader in accounting, financial, HR, and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), at its flagship event, Sage Future, announced how Sage Intacct will leverage AI, automation and deep industry insights to propel finance more
Sen. Merkley Issues Comments on Senate Floor About AI Civil Rights Act
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following floor remarks on June 3, 2025 (In this document, the reference to Mr. President refers to the presiding officer of the Senate at the time of the speech):
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Mr. President, I rise today to discuss the critical need for regulation of artificial intelligence.
This work period, the Senate is poised to take up the House's reconciliation package, a disastrous proposal that strips healthcare away from tens of millions of Amer more
Senator Marshall Questions FDA's Acting Director About Steps to Remove Harmful Ingredients from OTC Drugs and Replace Animal Testing with AI
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall Questions FDA's Acting Director About Steps to Remove Harmful Ingredients from OTC Drugs and Replace Animal Testing with AI
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Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) today questioned Dr. Jacqueline Corrigan-Curay, Acting Director at the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research for United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), during the most recent Senate Commit more
Service Leaders Talk Emerging Technologies at AI Expo
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news:
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Service Leaders Talk Emerging Technologies at AI Expo
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Senior leaders from each military branch spoke about changing battlefield technology and their service's current transformation efforts during the AI+ Expo in Washington this week.
The recent Ukrainian attacks on Russian air bases are prime examples of how rapidly technology is changing the battlefield, said Army Gen. Randy A. George, Army chief of s more
Treasury IG for Tax Administration: IRS Could Leverage Examination Results in AI Examination Case Selection Models and Improve Processes to Evaluate
WASHINGTON, June 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration issued the following report (No. 2025-308-022) on May 29, 2025, entitled "IRS Could Leverage Examination Results in Artificial Intelligence Examination Case Selection Models and Improve Processes to Evaluate."
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Why TIGTA Did This Audit
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a transformative technology that holds substantial promise for improving the IRS's examination efforts. The IRS is usi more
US-Saudi AI Deal and the Dangers of AI Surveillance in Saudi Arabia
WASHINGTON, June 4 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Democracy and Human Rights in Bahrain posted the following news:
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US-Saudi AI Deal and the Dangers of AI Surveillance in Saudi Arabia
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This month, President Trump announced a deal with Saudi Arabia that would provide the country with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips. The deal sees industry leader Nvidia provide Humain, a sovereign wealth fund-owned AI startup, with 18,000 of its new GB300 Blackwell chips. The massi more