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The national push for AI education
The President checks nearly every box that proponents of AI education are advocating for. The EO is creating a federal task force, holding student competitions, fostering industry collaboration, and fast-tracking grant programs. According to the AI education EO:
May 29, 20252 min read


AI regulatory moratorium provides time to get the standard right
The Western states stand at a pivotal moment. While Washington has established itself as a tech powerhouse, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana offer untapped potential with their lower costs of living, abundant renewable energy resources, and high quality of life that increasingly attracts talented workers seeking alternatives to coastal tech hubs.
May 20, 20254 min read


Idaho Legislature approves funding for AI fire detection equipment
One of the most future-facing features of this budget allocation is the provision for fire detection cameras powered by Artificial Intelligence, a neat complement to the state’s existing approach of harnessing technology to fight wildfires.
Apr 18, 20253 min read


Idaho seeks to add experienced voices to improve broadband policy
Experienced voices are critical when developing public policy, especially when we are trying to advance free market solutions. Laws...
Mar 19, 20252 min read


Government red tape should stay out of AI innovation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful technology that can solve complicated problems and extend human abilities in most industries....
Feb 20, 20252 min read


Protecting kids online battles constitutional questions
Tech companies have introduced various ideas to help with the effort as well. But it should be noted that filters, blockers, and screen time
Feb 4, 20252 min read


AI in America: Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence
In a major move, President Trump has taken action to refocus America's path for the future of Artificial Intelligence (AI). By revoking...
Jan 29, 20253 min read


Lessons learned from Idaho’s Luma project
In 2023, the State of Idaho launched an ambitious technological overhaul with the Luma system, a comprehensive, cloud-based system...
Jan 16, 20254 min read


Current status of Artificial Intelligence use in Idaho
The Idaho Artificial Intelligence Working Group met on December 17th, 2024 for the second time since Its formation. With the new year...
Jan 7, 20254 min read


Accelerating broadband deployment with a shot clock
As states like Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Washington receive their BEAD funding and additional federal funds towards broadband...
Dec 30, 20242 min read


AI and election polling: The future of accurate predictions?
As we head into the 2024 elections, the fight for reliable polling data is more competitive than ever. The political landscape is rapidly...
Oct 25, 20243 min read


Should parents have say over teen app downloads?
Smartphones, for better or worse, are deeply integrated into our society, and we didn’t want to hold him back from the social and educationa
Oct 18, 20243 min read


Can you hear the wireless taxes now?
As the demand for wireless services continues to grow, many consumers may not realize that they are facing significant financial burdens...
Oct 8, 20242 min read


Montana and Idaho's “Internet for All” initial proposals approved
Montana and Idaho continue to demonstrate their leadership in the Mountain States with the recent approvals of their Broadband Equity,...
Sep 27, 20242 min read


Permitting reform is the key to unlocking broadband expansion
As billions of dollars in federal funding flows into states through the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, the...
Sep 20, 20243 min read


Broadband expansion: let the private sector lead, not government-owned networks
Across the country, local municipalities and county governments are taking on the task of establishing their own broadband utilities,...
Sep 4, 20243 min read


Dry policy heat in Phoenix: Mountain States Policy team at SPN 2024
The Mountain States Policy Center team had the privilege of recently attending the 2024 State Policy Network (SPN) Conference in Phoenix,...
Aug 30, 20242 min read


Fifth Circuit Declares Universal Service Fund Fee Unconstitutional
The recent decision by the Fifth Circuit to declare the Universal Service Fund (USF) fee unconstitutional marks a pivotal moment in the...
Aug 12, 20242 min read


Idaho’s historic opportunity to bridge the digital divide
Access to reliable, high-speed internet isn’t just a convenience in today’s interconnected world – it’s a necessity, particularly in...
Aug 9, 20242 min read


Lessons from the CrowdStrike Outage
In today's interconnected world, technology is the keystone of nearly every aspect of our daily lives. The recent CrowdStrike outage has...
Aug 8, 20242 min read
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