Public Policy Issues
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Historic Artemis I Launch: What It Means
The launch of Artemis I marks the beginning of a new space age, echoing the excitement of the Apollo missions a half century ago.
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New Federal Internet of Things Advisory Board Established
A new federal Internet of Things Advisory Board will provide advice to federal agencies participating in the IoT Federal Working Group.
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National Academies Report Offers Recommendations on “Protecting U.S. Technological Advantage”
National Academies report posits that U.S. technological competitiveness has traditionally hinged on the economic and technological dominance of our R&D system coupled with the ability to limit access to military sensitive technologies through controls.
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EV Charging Point Accessibility: What Improvements Are Needed?
Charging point accessibility can be a big deterrent to purchasing an EV, especially for people with disabilities. Why, and what can be done?
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Senate Hearing Looks at Emerging Computing Technologies
Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee hearing looks at the challenges of securing U.S. leadership in emerging computing technologies.
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NSF and INTEL Collaborate on Semiconductor Workforce Development
In September, NSF and Intel announced a joint $10 million endeavor to support U.S. semiconductor manufacturing workforce development.
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White House Releases Blueprint for an AI “Bill of Rights”
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) has released a proposed “blueprint” for an AI Bill of Rights.
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NSF and DoD Announce Grants in Partnership to Accelerate Secure 5G Communications
NSF and DoD announced the award of $12 million to 16 teams of 5G operators through the NSF’s Convergence Accelerator Program.
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NIST Report Outlines Grand Challenges for U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturing
NIST outlines seven “grand challenges” to strengthen the U.S. competitiveness in semiconductor technology and manufacturing.
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Warning: PTAB Is Hazardous to America’s Competitive Health
Guest contributor James Edwards says the gamesmanship at and weaponization of PTAB turn it into a powerful tool against American innovators.