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Retraining Workers for the Age of AI

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As artificial intelligence is increasingly used across all sectors of the economy, a recent National Academies webinar explored how workers can learn new skills and adapt to how AI is changing the workplace.

Dec 1, 2025
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Improving How State and Local Governments Use AI

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State and local governments around the U.S. are harnessing artificial intelligence for a range of applications. A webinar explored a recent National Academies report on the subject and other supports to help agencies use AI effectively and responsibly.

Sep 15, 2025
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Advances in Facial Recognition Technology Have Outpaced Laws, Regulations; New Report Recommends Federal Government Take Action on Privacy, Equity, and Civil Liberties Concerns

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A new report recommends ways for the federal government to address privacy, equity, and civil liberties concerns raised by some uses of facial recognition technology and provides guidance for responsible development and deployment of the technology.

Jan 17, 2024
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