Author Archives: Tessa Zavala

Should data centers have to disclose how much power they use? AB 222 (2025 | CA) says yes, yes they should disclose power usage. Data centers could also have their choice of power generation determined by the state utility regulator under this measure.

Microsoft has reveled its first quantum computing chip. It took 2 decades of research. And just think states are just beginning to invest in quantum computing and establish frameworks for the industry to thrive. @cnbc

A Florida lawmaker wants to ban the use of AI to detect firearms in public spaces. HB 491 (2025 | FL) would apply to the use of AI by governmental entities and private entities that use AI for firearm detection. Florida Today | Rep. Miller files bill to limit use of artificial intelligence in gun […]

Tech companies are spending more than ever on AI. This year alone big tech is projecting spending additional tens of billions on AI. This is up from the record AI spending in 2024. It also includes spending for data centers that support AI. Looking to Microsoft, it plans to spend $80 billion on AI data […]

Utah is considering SB 180 (2025 | UT) that will require law enforcement agencies to create an AI policy. Disclosure of AI use would be required if AI is used in police reports. An actual human would be required to review the AI output. Route Fifty | Utah lawmaker wants police to disclose when they […]

Maryland is putting $1 billion toward growing quantum computing in the state and declared a “Capital of Quantum” public-private partnership. New Mexico announced that Quantinuum would build a new research and development center in the state.  Route Fifty | Jockeying intensifies for state quantum leadership

The new Department of Energy Secretary announced that the agency will focus on quantum computing and AI to “maintain America’s global competitiveness.” We’ve talked about state initiatives in quantum computing in Illinois, Indiana, Colorado’s quantum tax incentives, and the anticipated growth rate of quantum computing.

The University of Indiana is offering a graduate certificate in cybersecurity law and policy. It began as a collaboration between the law school,  Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering and Kelley School of Business. It eventually grew into the Center for Applied Cybersecurity Research. UI | Students in nation’s first cybersecurity law program provide legal advice on evolving […]

Missouri Attorney General has instituted, by rule, the nation’s first requirement that social media companies  offer algorithmic choice. The rule requires platforms to be transparent about the algorithms used and offer users the option to select alternatives. Route Fifty | Missouri rule would require algorithm ‘transparency’ on social media

New Administration. New Executive Order on crypto currency.  Strengthening American Leadership in digital financial technology establishes the Presidential Working Group on Digital Asset Markets which is designed to strengthen U.S. leadership in digital finance.