Biden Administration will invest $140 million to launch seven new National AI Research InstitutesThe announcement comes hours before VP Harris meets with Silicon Valley leaders for a "frank discussion" about the technology's risks. By A. Tarantola, 05.04.2023
The Environmental Protection Agency proposes stricter vehicle emission rulesBy S. Fielding, 04.12.2023
Labor Department proposal may lead to gig workers gaining employee statusIt may become harder for companies like Uber and Lyft to classify drivers as contractors.By K. Holt, 10.12.2022
White House unveils its 'blueprint' for an AI Bill of RightsThe document would help guide the design of future AI systems to safeguard the rights of the American public.By A. Tarantola, 10.05.2022
White House tells agencies to adopt the 'Zero Trust' security modelAgencies have 60 days to come up with an implementation plan.By K. Holt, 01.27.2022
COVIDTests.gov is accepting orders for free rapid tests a day earlyYou can request four tests per household and the USPS will start deliveries later this month.By K. Holt, 01.19.2022
US residents can order free, at-home COVID-19 tests starting on January 19thThe White House has set up a website where you can request four tests per household.By K. Holt, 01.15.2022
DOJ memo puts ransomware investigations on a level similar to terrorismCases related to ransomware and digital extortion will get a coordinated national response.By R. Lawler, 06.04.2021
Biden administration targets 30 gigawatts of offshore wind turbines by 2030The federal government will support developers by fast tracking permits. By I. Bonifacic, 03.30.2021