As artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in how people search online, government agencies are starting to wrestle with a different set of questions — not just about visibility, but about accuracy, trust and control.

New Jersey and private-sector backers will offer $20 million to help companies develop artificial intelligence tools. The move is the latest sign of the state's desire to become a national AI leader.

“Without integrated data systems, we risk missing key links that could prevent crime or lead to faster resolutions.”

The federal government is ratcheting up its recruitment for technologists to serve across multiple agencies, in support of the White House’s aim to advance AI.

Nevada CIO Timothy Galluzi explains how years of planning, investment and strategy helped to position the state to quickly respond when faced with a significant cyber incident in August.

A new program in New York City, launched just as the five boroughs are set to have a new mayor, aims to “bridge the digital divide” via the free availability of online skills training.

Gov. Gavin Newsom is tapping a host of academics, researchers and policy experts to lead a new council offering advice on the state government’s artificial intelligence policies and to guide how state agencies use the technology.

In just one year, AI in state government has evolved from an emerging technology into an operational practicality.

Connectivity has been the unifying focus across IT work during Corey Mock’s first year as CIO of North Dakota — from broadband expansion to a radio network and beyond.

Government technology incubator CivStart is shutting down. The founders will continue work with CivStart Ventures, a public-sector “matchmaking” service.

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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order seeking to limit states’ abilities to enact AI-related policy that could be deemed “burdensome.” Experts argue the action is illegal.

Holly Drake, the state chief information security officer, will join the University of Central Florida as its CISO. She was recognized for her work this fall by the National Association of State Chief Information Officers.

A presidential executive order on AI could challenge a number of laws already in play. One in California, state Senate Bill 53, set safety disclosure requirements for companies operating AI models.

Madison AI, a Nevada-based firm that focuses on local governments, is going into the new year with $3.5 million worth of fresh capital — the seed round for a company with an unusual origin story.

Daniel Rister, a 26-year veteran of Cumberland County government, has been named its permanent chief innovation and technology services director after serving on an interim basis for about four months.

People in need of police, fire and medical attention can now share live video of their situations with dispatchers and first responders.

Louisville, Ky., has appointed Pamela McKnight, a veteran of the private sector, as its first-ever chief artificial intelligence officer, to lead the city on strategy.

Utah CIO Alan Fuller believes that as technology advances, so too must the state’s strategies for digital government.

Florida-based Ubicquia says it has expanded its “intelligent streetlighting ecosystem” with a new AI video accessory that offers deeper insight into traffic patterns.