California says it’s ready to buy generative AI tools
After six months of testing generative AI tools, California is ready to start buying the technology, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced.
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California ports to get major technology upgrades
The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development is funding 10 technology projects at some of the nations busiest containerized import stations.
California publishes first report on generative AI risks, potential use cases
California's AI task force completed its first report on the benefits and many risks posed by generative artificial intelligence.
California Gov. Newsom orders study of generative AI use in state government
California's governor signed an executive order tasking state agencies with studying the potential harm caused by generative AI.
California urged to take user-focused approach to longitudinal education data
The advocacy group California Competes published a report pushing the state to embrace user-centered design principles.
California names new deputy CIO and data officials
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced several new appointments to the California Department of Technology and Office of Data and Innovation.
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Newsom signs legislation creating California “data heaven” for abortion
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation blocking the state's tech firms from sharing data with states that have outlawed abortion.
Abortion-friendly states launch websites as others restrict access
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is the latest state leader to announce a government website that lets visitors find abortion services.
California Gov. Newsom picks former CIO Amy Tong to lead government operations
Tong, who served as CIO from 2016 to 2021, will lead an agency with oversight of human resources, pensions and IT.
California CIO Amy Tong moved into innovation role
Gov. Gavin Newsom appointed Tong, who's been the state CIO since 2016, to lead the California Office of Digital Innovation.