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Education
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Microsoft seeding Washington schools with free AI

Microsoft will provide Washington schools free Copilot tools and training to reduce AI access disparities across the state.
Education
fromTelecompetitor
1 week ago

North Carolina Defines Digital Skills Standards

North Carolina released Digital Skills Standards defining core competencies to close the digital divide and strengthen residents' confidence and ability to use technology.
Digital life
fromTelecompetitor
2 weeks ago

Massachusetts Announces $23M Digital Device Initiative

MassTech and Massachusetts launched a $23M Connected and Online Program to distribute about 27,000 internet-capable devices to eligible organizations to close the digital divide.
#generative-ai
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago
Higher education

What Happens When Universities Offer a "Critical Embrace" of AI?

Boston University launched TerrierGPT to provide students equitable access to generative AI, prompting student concern about institutional pressure to adopt AI.
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Artificial intelligence
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

The fear: Wholesale cheating with AI. The reality: It's complicated. - Harvard Gazette

ChatGPT is used mainly as a practical assistant for advice and feedback, not to fully automate work, with rapid uptake narrowing demographic usage gaps.
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

FCC chairman leads "cruel" vote to take Wi-Fi access away from school kids

Students who rely on long bus rides to complete assignments and library patrons who depend on hotspots for work, education, or telehealth will suddenly lose access to essential tools. This decision is a step backward.
US politics
New York City
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: Plant the Flag, And Bring AI to Public Housing

Reimagine NYCHA community centers as neighborhood AI hubs providing local training, credentials, and trusted access to ensure equitable economic mobility in the AI era.
Education
fromeLearning Industry
1 month ago

The Hidden Costs Of Having Too Many Digital Tools In Schools

Excessive adoption of digital tools in schools creates confusion, hidden costs, increased workload, data risk, and inequity despite potential educational benefits.
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

Lumos Breaks Ground on Fiber Network in Illinois

Lumos, now part of T-Mobile Fiber, will deploy the latest fiber optic technology to support small businesses, boost connectivity on multifamily properties and meet the increasing digital demands of residents and families. The company's state-of-the-art fiber network will serve more than 20 Chicagoland communities, including Naperville, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Wheaton and Bolingbrook. "We're eager to get to work and begin installation of Lumos's Fiber Optic network across Chicago communities," said Brian Stading, CEO of Lumos.
Non-profit organizations
fromajc
1 month ago

This Atlanta nonprofit founder embraces AI, wants to help close digital divide

She created a technology curriculum and founded RebrandLand AI plus a nonprofit to close the digital divide through education, apprenticeships, and community innovation centers.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | Bridging the digital divide: Providing 350,000 students with FREE chromebooks | amNewYork

To bridge the digital divide and provide all our students with the technology they need to succeed no matter their zip code or income this school year, we are providing 350,000 brand new Chromebooks to New York City public school students with LTE or 5G access. These free devices will be distributed to students at more than 1,700 schools to help bring them on a level playing field for academic success.
New York City
New York City
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

Adams announces free Chromebooks for 350,000 NYC students this school year - Bronx Times

350,000 NYC public school students will receive free internet-enabled Chromebooks with LTE/5G in 2025-2026 to reduce digital inequity.
Marketing tech
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Paid Media Wins: Why Every Weed Brand & Dispensary Needs stupidDOPE for Lasting Growth | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Paid media on high-authority outlets creates durable digital equity and discoverability for cannabis brands when traditional advertising and social platforms restrict visibility.
Data science
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

Open Austin: Reimagining Civic Engagement and Digital Equity in Texas

Open Austin trains Central Texans to build open-source civic technology, scaling a Data Research Hub answering residents' questions for community-driven solutions.
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fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

Democratic House Members Demand Guidance on BEAD Non-Deployment Funds

It alludes to the open questions regarding allocations of funds that were part of the BEAD Restructuring Policy Notice (BRPN) that was released on June 6. The BRPN canceled all non-deployment allocations for the BEAD Program and said that updated guidance would subsequently be released. This has not happened, despite a September 4 deadline. "Providing timely clarity to BEAD applicants is particularly urgent considering the upcoming September 4th deadline,"
US politics
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US politics
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

Washington Insider Slams BEAD Satellite Funding Rules: What the States Are Planning

Allocating more BEAD funding to satellite providers may not benefit states or residents effectively.
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

Hawaiian Telcom Sets Amibitious Fiber Goal

Hawaiian Telcom focuses on long-term scalability, community impact, and digital equity, prioritizing remote and underserved areas first for fiber internet deployment.
E-Commerce
California
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

California Affordable Internet Bill Dropped

California Assembly member Tasha Boerner shelved a bill mandating affordable internet for low-income residents due to recent changes in the BEAD program.
Digital life
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

Want More Effective Broadband? Develop More Effective Data: Report

Improved data collection is essential for optimizing broadband technology deployment and addressing current deficiencies in assessment methods.
fromTelecompetitor
4 months ago

BGE Completes IIJA-Funded Middle-Mile Fiber Route

This milestone represents more than just fiber in the ground - it's about the lives we can touch and the communities we can empower, said Sonya Harbaugh, director of Strategy at BGE.
Startup companies
fromTelecompetitor
6 months ago

Who's Cleared to Apply for BEAD Broadband Funding? See Our State-by-State Lists

Many states have cleared network operators for BEAD funding applications.
38 states have initiated or completed the BEAD funding application process.
NTIA urged to maintain current BEAD program rules to avoid delays.
Various processes for qualification exist, with differing states' approaches.
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