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Connecticut legislature is considering SB 2 (2024 | CT) to create a state framework for AI regulation. Opponents say a state approach stifles innovation and hinders economic growth. Opponents also say the broad disclosures required by the bill are vague and create too much uncertainty for business. CT Mirror Viewpoints | Don’t let hasty AI regulation cripple […]

Remember a couple years ago when a tech giant was calling for data privacy to be a right? There’s a move in Canada to make data privacy a human right with amendments to Bill C- 27 . The Hill Times | Data privacy as a human right must be recognized by privacy and AI bill, […]

 Illinois is poised to reduce penalties for violations of the state’s biometric data protection laws. How did Illinois get to the point of reducing penalties? A lawsuit that returned a multimillion verdict against a business that was using a fingerprint system to track employee time.   The Record | Illinois’ biometric data privacy law could soon be […]

Connecticut is taking a 2 step approach to AI transparency. First, a statewide policy for state agencies to use and disclose AI use courtesy of the State Chief Information Officer. Second, legislation SB 2 (2024 | CT) which passed the CT Senate along party lines. Route Fifty | This state’s ‘unsexy’ AI policy takes transparency to the next level

TXDPS is using AI to facilitate procurement for local governmental entities. TXDPS says the AI will offer quick access to regulations, information and guidance on the state’s contracting procedures. The goal is to shorten acquisition time. Route Fifty | Generative AI steps up as a ‘facilitator’

Emerging technology, quantum computing, we walked through the Einstein-ness of it all in January. Now here comes the government funding opportunities. Meet the Quantum Economic Development Consortium required by the 2018 National Quantum Initiative Act, which called for the Department of Commerce to establish a group of quantum stakeholders. Colorado and Illinois crafted their own quantum initiatives.  Route Fifty | How states […]

The FCC reinstated net neutrality rules this week. Let’s refresh what net neutrality means.  “Under the new rules, content providers cannot be charged to have their data prioritized nor can content be subject to intentional blocking or slowdowns. “ Route Fifty | FCC reinstates net neutrality

Last week, hackers halted the work of New York Legislature’s bill drafting office. A new frontier in legislative challenges? Spectrum News | State Legislature hit by apparent cyberattack

Wired tells us that there is such a thing as a robot dog flame thrower. Yes, this is for real— there’s a picture at the link. It is also legal in 48 states. Only Maryland, which required federal firearm license, and California, which limits flame throwers to 10 feet, restrict the robot dog flame thrower.  The robot dog […]

A BYU law professor described Utah’s approach to AI legislation as a pragmatic light touch in its recent legislation session. Utah passed SB149 that requires disclosure of AI use, if asked; SB 131 that requires disclosure of AI in political ads; HB 366 that prohibits AI in criminal justice; and HB 249 that prohibits personhood for AI. Tech Buzz | Utah Steps Forward […]