Science & Technology

Introduction to AI in California's Benefits System In an era where digital fraud threatens public resources at an unprecedented scale, California stands at the forefront of innovation by integrating artificial intelligence into its benefits verification processes. The state's Employment Development

Setting the Stage: The Data Center Surge and Government Stakes In an era where digital infrastructure underpins global economies, data centers have become indispensable, with their market value projected to soar past hundreds of billions of dollars annually, representing both a massive economic

What happens when a tiny device, no bigger than a backpack, can disrupt an airport, smuggle contraband into a prison, or spy on a private backyard undetected? This isn’t a plot from a sci-fi thriller—it’s the reality of illegal drone activity sweeping across the nation in 2025, and state leaders

Addressing the Crisis of Indoor Heat in Urban Areas In urban centers like Des Moines, Iowa, a silent threat looms over many households during scorching summer months: extreme indoor heat in homes without air conditioning, posing a significant public health challenge. With over half of the

The global AI landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, with Chinese artificial intelligence technologies making unexpected inroads into Silicon Valley, the heart of American innovation. Recent data reveals a staggering trend: Chinese open-weight large language models (LLMs) have amassed over 540

The Urgency of Oversight in AI-Driven Governance As artificial intelligence reshapes the landscape of public administration, state governments across the United States are racing to harness its potential, with over 60% of state agencies now integrating AI tools into their operations, raising a