AI Adoption
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UT Knoxville to Host 2026 Innovative Technologies Symposium
The University of Tennessee’s upcoming symposium will gather tech leaders and educators to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work and learning…
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Federal Government Launches “U.S. Tech Force” to Fast-Track AI Talent
The federal government is launching a massive new initiative called the “U.S. Tech Force” to bring private-sector AI experts into public service. This program aims to rapidly modernize government agencies by hiring 1,500 specialized fellows by the end of 2026…
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New in Knoxville: Affordable, In-Person AI Training for Parents and Professionals
Pellissippi State Community College and EmberRidge AI have announced the addition of two new in-person workshops to its Lifelong Learning program, scheduled to begin in February 2026. These two-hour sessions are designed to offer practical, hands-on AI training for specific needs: career advancement and parental education assistance.
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Senator Blackburn Introduces “TRUMP AMERICA AI Act”
Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn has unveiled a new legislative framework aimed at establishing a national “rulebook” for artificial intelligence…
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Inaugural AI Tennessee Summit Set for January in Nashville
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and state partners will host the first-ever AI Tennessee Summit this January at the Country Music Hall of Fame, gathering leaders to shape the state’s future in artificial intelligence…
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It’s Not Humans vs. Robots. It’s Humans Plus Robots!
The “Iceberg Index” shows that machines replacing people is just the tiny tip you can see above the water. The massive, hidden reality underneath is a total makeover of how everyone works. It’s about quickly learning new skills to use our special human talents—like creativity, understanding feelings, and making tough choices—to work along with AI…
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Tennessee Sets Bold Course with First AI Action Plan
Tennessee releases its first comprehensive AI Action Plan, outlining a strategy to integrate artificial intelligence into state government while ensuring ethical oversight and workforce readiness…
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White House Taps ORNL for “Genesis Mission” to Accelerate AI Science
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is set to be a central player in the newly announced “Genesis Mission,” a federal initiative comparing its urgency to the Manhattan Project. The mission aims to build an interconnected AI supercomputing platform to double the productivity of American research within a decade…
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Safety Alert: AI Toys Bring Privacy Concerns and Inappropriate Conversations into Your Home
Just in time for the holiday season, a new consumer safety report warns that some AI-powered toys marketed to children are failing to protect kids, offering dangerous instructions, inappropriate conversations, and collecting sensitive personal data without proper safeguards…
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Secure Your Secrets: Protecting Your Data & Privacy Across AI Platforms
Protecting your personal and business data on AI platforms requires active management, as most free services default to using your input for training. Learn the crucial steps for East Tennessee users—from small businesses to everyday learners—to secure their information against unintended retention and model training…