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- 1Pomona's Technology Access Program Closes Digital Divide▼Technology Access Program at Pomona Closes Digital Divide
Pomona College's Technology Access Program is being highlighted for helping close the digital divide, expanding access to technology for underserved communities. The initiative provides devices and connectivity support to people who would otherwise lack reliable access, and the college is drawing attention to its impact as demand for digital inclusion efforts grows.
- 2Toney urges state action on license plate readers in Wisconsin▼Toney calls for state action on ALPR technology as flock cameras dropped in NE Wisconsin
Wisconsin State Senator La Tonya Johnson, known as Toney, is calling for state-level regulation of automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology after Flock safety cameras were dropped in northeastern Wisconsin. The call puts a spotlight on how the surveillance cameras are used, how long data is kept, and who can access it, as local communities reconsider their contracts with the camera provider.
- 3Trump Unveils AI-Powered America.gov for Government Services●Trump Launches AI-Powered America.gov Platform for Government Services
President Trump has launched America.gov, an AI-powered platform intended to centralize US government services for citizens. The system promises faster access to federal programs through artificial intelligence assistance. The announcement is drawing attention alongside debate about how AI will handle sensitive government interactions, questions about data privacy, and whether automated systems can reliably replace traditional service channels.