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Industry representatives talked through some of the considerations surrounding government adoption of artificial intelligence during the recent GovAI Coalition Summit in San Jose.
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You may have missed the release of the Department of General Services’ 2024-25 Strategic Plan in late May. Here’s what the plan says and how it could impact the department’s vendor customers.
Several local open solicitations — with deadlines fast approaching — could be worth a look for the right vendors.
Industry Insider — California has compiled a short reading list of recent technology news from various sources that may not have popped up on your radar.
In an Industry Insider — California One-on-One interview, San Francisco Police Department CIO Will Sanson-Mosier discussed the importance of smart infrastructure, civic engagement, cybersecurity, and the implementation of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Prevention’s approach to data sends crews out faster and shares critical information in real time.
The California Department of Technology’s five largest buys of IT goods in the first quarter included tools, software and subscriptions.
The California Department of Technology has issued a new technology letter relating to generative AI directives, policies and guidelines.
State lawmakers are working to define key terms and address risks as AI gets integrated into everyday life. California state Sen. Thomas Umberg talks about balancing regulation and innovation.
In observance of the July Fourth holiday, Industry Insider — California will not publish a newsletter Thursday. We wish our friends and readers a safe and meaningful holiday. The newsletter will resume Friday.
Companies are crying foul, saying that holding them liable for the downstream uses of the technology they build will stifle innovation and force a multibillion-dollar industry out of California altogether.
Rod Wallin, a private-sector IT veteran, has been tapped to lead technology efforts for the California Department of Parks and Recreation.
The positions are with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, the California State Lottery and the Employment Development Department.
AI-trained cameras are putting eyes — hundreds of them — on land across the state. They’re spotting fires before the 911 calls come in.
The recruitments are being done by the Office of Technology and Solutions Integration and the California departments of Education and Transportation.
Opponents of the bill include tech company trade associations TechNet; the Internet Coalition; Chamber of Progress; the California Chamber of Commerce; and numerous local chambers of commerce.
The Department of Cannabis Control is looking to build a new system to help its law enforcement arm track investigations into illegal commercial activity.
In an Industry Insider — California One-on-One interview, San Jose CIO Khaled Tawfik shared the importance of data analytic research, the growing potential of AI in micromobility services, and the projects that have been the most impactful during his tenure as CIO.
The California Department of Technology has issued new guidance in a technology letter, directing agencies to assess employee training needs and use available CDT training resources before other options.
A Sacramento County grand jury investigation into the use of license plate readers by local law enforcement accuses the Sheriff’s Office of violating California law in its handling and oversight of data collected by the scanners.
Earlier this month, the Menlo Park City School District Board approved a $123.6 million bond proposal to help fund “critical facility” improvements. Voters will have the final say.
There’s been a flurry of activity this week around the state budget, and the state finally has a signed law. The governor also gave his long-awaited State of the State address.
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