Opinion
Data centers are good, actually
Those that give in to fear and shut the doors to data centers, like others did with nuclear power in the past, are likely to miss out on major economic opportunities.
Opinion
‘Toy Story 5’ a must-see for parents on intentional tech use
As data increasingly proves social media and screens are to blame for our children’s increasing mental health concerns, guardians ought to become more intentional about setting family rules.
News
Stein signs police retention, child protection bills into law
Gov. Josh Stein signed two bills into law on Thursday that focus on keeping communities and children safe, along with two other bills.
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Farley gives Pope Leo Hurricanes jersey, Tar Heel honor
On a recent personal trip to Rome, North Carolina Labor Commissioner Luke Farley presented Pope Leo XIV with a custom Carolina Hurricanes Stanley Cup championship jersey commemorating the team’s historic title and the Order of the Tar Heel, during a private audience on June 24 at the Vatican.
Opinion
Why NC should lead with modular edge data centers
North Carolina already possesses key advantages, including reliable power in many regions, a skilled workforce, and a business-friendly climate.
Opinion
Broken clocks and corporate tax incentives
As data centers multiply and the debate about their unique demands on power and other resources develops, communities are rightly pausing to ask whether such incentives make sense.
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Budd introduces bipartisan FARM AI bill supported by NC State
The legislation would increase funding for AI projects through the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) grants, ensuring that programs educate farmers on the latest AI technology to advance American production.
Opinion
AI isn’t the layoff story. It’s the cover story.
In the case of AI and layoffs, the reality is not that machines have suddenly replaced people, but that organizations are using new tools to accelerate changes that were already underway, which means the real question for policymakers is not how to stop that process, but how to ensure that the benefits of it are broadly shared, and the costs are not quietly shifted onto those least equipped to absorb them.
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NC Treasurer expands AI use after strong pilot results
NC Treasurer Brad Briner announced that his department has integrated AI into its daily workflow following a successful 12-week pilot program with OpenAI last year.
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Dan Forest launches effort to improve NC policies on AI, blockchain
Forest stated that the new organization’s goal is to act as a bridge between industry experts and government officials.
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IT oversight meeting focuses on broadband, AI, cyber risks
State officials briefed North Carolina lawmakers on broadband expansion, cybersecurity preparedness, artificial intelligence governance, and state technology procurement during a February meeting of the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Information Technology. The nonstanding committee, convened under authority granted in state law and session statutes, met to review work underway at the N.C. Department of Information...
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Meta-Corning deal puts NC at center of AI infrastructure push
The deal highlights NC’s dual position in the data center economy, hosting major facilities while also manufacturing critical components that support projects nationwide.
