As digital transformations continue to accelerate, technologies such as 5G, IoT, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, robotics, big data, crypto, automation and more will change personal and work lives launching new waves of disruption and innovation. Ensuring technology access to close the digital divide will be a major emphasis.
Lawmakers look to further regulate Virginia’s booming data center industry
A group of bipartisan lawmakers introduced a set of bills aimed at addressing the rapid expansion of data centers in Virginia, home to the largest data center market globally.
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Governor Moore Announces $1 Billion “Capital of Quantum” Initiative
Governor Wes Moore, alongside University of Maryland President Darryll J. Pines and IonQ CEO Peter Chapman, has announced the "Capital of Quantum" initiative—a public-private partnership aiming to invest $1 billion in quantum information science.
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Longtime City Tech Leader Named CTO for D.C. government
Stephen Miller, who has served as Washington, D.C.'s acting chief technology officer since June, has been confirmed as permanent CTO.
Read HereFacial recognition tech takes off at DCA and BWI
Facial recognition technology is now deployed at all Reagan National Airport and BWI security checkpoints — part of a TSA program that’s slated for over 400 airports nationwide. Learn why It’s designed to enhance security and in some cases, speed things up.
