The Seattle City Council has unanimously approved an emergency moratorium on new large-scale data centers to allow city officials to study the potential impacts of the rapidly growing industry on utility rates, infrastructure, water resources and public health.
Tag: Artificial Intelligence
Posted inLocal - City
Mayor Wilson Unveils AI Vision Centered On Ethics, Workers, And Public Good
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has unveiled a plan to make the city a leader in AI development and governance, prioritizing public good, worker protections, environmental responsibility, and ethical oversight, while also providing employees with access to AI tools and blocking unapproved AI tools that have not undergone internal review.
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UW Hosts Thousands of Students for Hands-On Engineering Discovery Days
Over 9,000 K-12 students from Washington state visited the University of Washington for Engineering Discovery Days, a two-day event featuring interactive exhibits and demonstrations to spark interest in STEM fields.
Posted inLifestyle
Small Business Owners Prioritize AI For Growth, Not Layoffs
Small business owners are optimistic about AI and are adopting it for marketing, data analysis, and financial management, while data security is the biggest barrier to adoption.
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Upskilling Key for Career Growth in a Skills-Based Economy
Companies are seeking professionals with AI and ML expertise, as well as skills in training, finance, sales, and creative roles, to help them navigate the changing job market and utilize AI technology effectively.
