Weslan Hansen MeriTalk Weslan Hansen is a MeriTalk Senior Technology Reporter covering the intersection of government and technology.
DOE Taps Reflection AI for Genesis Mission May 22, 2026 | 3:46 pm The partnership expands federal efforts to use AI to accelerate scientific research, strengthen national security programs, and support emerging technologies such as quantum computing and fusion energy. […]
ODNI Chief Tulsi Gabbard to Depart Next Month May 22, 2026 | 3:30 pm Gabbard’s departure follows a sweeping overhaul of intelligence operations that included workforce reductions, AI integration, and broad federal cybersecurity modernization efforts. […]
Bill Would Establish National Digital Opportunity Foundation May 22, 2026 | 3:22 pm The legislation would create a nonprofit organization focused on expanding digital access, skills training, and broadband adoption as federal digital equity programs face policy changes and funding uncertainty. […]
Commerce Unveils $2B Quantum Push Under CHIPS Act May 22, 2026 | 3:19 pm Commerce officials say the nine funding agreements aim to expand domestic quantum computing development and manufacturing as the United States seeks to strengthen its leadership in next-generation technologies. […]
Mace Calls for a Statewide Pause on New Data Centers May 22, 2026 | 3:17 pm Lawmakers are increasingly pushing for stricter oversight of data center expansion as states confront rising electricity demand, higher utility costs, and growing strain on energy infrastructure. […]
Sens. Shaheen, Ricketts Push Tech Export Bill for Allies May 21, 2026 | 2:27 pm The U.S. Tech PATH Act would create a new procurement pathway for foreign partners seeking American cyber and digital capabilities and aims to bolster U.S. tech competitiveness. […]
Eight Telecom Leaders Launch Cyber Information-Sharing Alliance May 21, 2026 | 1:58 pm Amid waning federal support for public-private information sharing on cyber threats, telecom firms create a nonprofit to improve cyber resilience across the industry. […]
Commerce Signs LOI With D-Wave Quantum for Proposed $100M CHIPS Act Award May 21, 2026 | 1:53 pm The proposed federal investment would support efforts to expand U.S.-based quantum computing development and manufacturing as Washington pushes to strengthen domestic leadership in emerging technologies. […]
Cyber Leaders Urge Agencies to Bring CISOs Into Modernization Decisions May 20, 2026 | 3:25 pm Federal cybersecurity officials said agencies need to involve CISOs earlier in modernization planning to reduce security risks tied to legacy systems and complex technology integrations. […]
GAO: Privacy Tech Could Be Key to Safer AI Adoption May 20, 2026 | 1:53 pm GAO’s new report said privacy-enhancing technologies could help organizations better protect sensitive data and support more secure AI use as cyber threats and data collection increase. […]