AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAI Safety Debate: A new wave of warnings says AI systems can act independently and even hack other sites, while the White House argues fears are overblown and wants major AI firms to self-police. Local AI Governance: Rapid City’s Legal and Finance Committee reviewed an AI policy for city staff, balancing efficiency with concerns that broad rules could age poorly as tools change. South Dakota Research Boost: Avera Research Institute, SDSU, and USD Sanford School of Medicine won an NIH award to create the South Dakota Center for Advancing Clinical and Translational Research, aiming to train researchers and build shared statewide resources. STEM & Workforce Pipeline: Western Dakota Tech and Western Dakota Technical College hosted career expos in Rapid City, pushing hands-on paths in trades and healthcare amid ongoing workforce shortages. Energy Storage in the Region: Antora Energy signed a deal for a 5.8 GWh thermal battery project in Kansas, building on its South Dakota-made thermal battery rollout. Public Health & Consumer Claims: South Dakota-related coverage highlights generic drug settlement claim efforts and new federal ACA $500 refund checks for eligible enrollees.
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