President Trump has signed an executive order asking technology companies to provide the government oversight of new artificial intelligence models prior to their release. This marks a departure from the previous hands-off approach the White House had taken regarding AI. The signing followed internal debates within the Trump administration about managing AI without hindering innovation....
As Arkansas faces increasing use of artificial intelligence, policymakers must be ready to set boundaries that benefit residents. Recently, central Arkansas engaged in discussions on handling the growing number of data centers essential for AI operations. Meanwhile, in Fort Smith, an incident raised concerns about AI misuse. Local police issued a warning to the public...
Figure AI has partnered with Catalyst Brands to integrate humanoid robots into warehouse operations. These robots will initially work at Catalyst’s Distribution Logistics Center in Reno, Nevada. Their primary tasks involve sorting and packing, not engaging with customers in retail environments. The Role of Humanoid Robots The robots will handle repetitive tasks in the supply...
Democracy Dies in Darkness AI technology often resembles a powerful influence, akin to a potent substance. If history offers any lesson, it is the necessity of thorough research before adopting such pervasive tools. Published: June 2, 2026, at 11:16 a.m. EDT The Hechinger Report focuses on addressing inequality and encouraging innovation in education. It aims...
A report from United Nations University highlights the significant environmental footprint of data centers. These facilities rival some of the world’s largest countries in water and energy usage. As artificial intelligence (AI) usage grows, their environmental impact is expected to double within four years. Energy and Carbon Footprint Last year, data centers globally consumed 448...
European Union’s New Tech Plan The European Union (EU) has announced a new initiative aimed at reducing reliance on American technology. This move comes amid growing concerns about economic and geopolitical security within the 27-nation bloc. Increasing Local Tech Capacity The EU’s plan involves enhancing the region’s capability in several key areas: Data Centers: Increasing...
When architect Daniel Burnham crafted the 1909 Plan of Chicago, his bold vision of making no small plans influenced the city’s development, park system, and waterfront for over a century. Today, World Business Chicago is seeking the next transformative idea to shape the city’s future through the ‘Horizon Lines’ open design contest. This spring, approximately...
Travelers Understand the Challenges Frequent travelers are all too familiar with the chaos of airport security lines. Samsung aims to ease the burden through a new collaboration with CLEAR, introducing Samsung ID with CLEAR via Samsung Wallet. This service leverages digital IDs tied to a U.S. passport for identification at over 250 TSA checkpoints. How...
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced on Tuesday that President Donald Trump’s administration has abandoned plans to establish a $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate allies of the Republican president after facing political backlash and legal challenges. Blanche made the statement during a House committee hearing. Secretary of State Marco Rubio was questioned about the...
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to oversee artificial intelligence advancements. This decision follows his hesitation to sign a similar policy earlier, fearing it could weaken the U.S.’s technological advantage. Framework for AI Oversight The executive order outlines a framework for the federal government to review national security risks associated with the most advanced...