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  • How Do AI Models Learn?

    How Do AI Models Learn?

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) models learn by finding patterns in data. Just like humans learn from experience, AI learns from examples—lots of them. The more data it sees, the better it gets at recognizing patterns and making predictions or generating content. Let’s break it down in plain terms…

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  • Understanding AI Tradeoffs: What You Gain, What You Risk

    Understanding AI Tradeoffs: What You Gain, What You Risk

    AI tools promise speed, personalization, and creativity—but they always come with tradeoffs. Whether you’re using AI to write emails, plan lessons, manage finances, or explore new careers, understanding the hidden costs is key to using these tools wisely. Here we break down the most common tradeoffs in everyday AI…

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  • Building Trust, Not Just Tech: TVA’s AI Strategy and What It Means for East Tennessee

    Building Trust, Not Just Tech: TVA’s AI Strategy and What It Means for East Tennessee

    Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept—it’s becoming part of how public agencies operate, make decisions, and serve communities. That’s why the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has released its FY25 AI Compliance Plan, a detailed roadmap for how it will meet federal expectations under OMB Memorandum M-25-21: Accelerating…

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  • From Manhattan Project to Machine Learning: Oak Ridge’s Next Chapter Begins

    From Manhattan Project to Machine Learning: Oak Ridge’s Next Chapter Begins

    In July 2025, the U.S. Department of Energy announced that the Oak Ridge Reservation—spanning Roane and Anderson Counties—has been selected as one of just four federal sites for a groundbreaking initiative: the development of next-generation AI data centers paired with clean energy infrastructure. This marks a historic moment…

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