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Oklahoma makes its pitch for the next generation of flight
Joby Aviation’s Oklahoma City stop puts autonomous flight on display and the state’s aviation workforce in focus.
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Senate examines AI companions for minors, seeks industry input on safeguards
An interim study explored age verification, parental oversight, and platform accountability as lawmakers prepare to revisit artificial intelligence legislation.
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Crusoe opens second Tulsa factory to expand AI infrastructure production
The 400,000-square-foot facility expands the company’s manufacturing capacity as its workforce across two Tulsa sites exceeds 300.
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Guernsey names Laura Fawcett director of cybersecurity assessments
Fawcett will oversee Guernsey’s independent cybersecurity assessment services, including CMMC assessments for defense industrial base organizations and other regulated sectors.
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Meta breaks ground on AI-optimized data center in Tulsa, its first in Oklahoma
Company says the project represents a $1B+ regional investment, supports about 1,000 construction jobs at peak and about 100 operations jobs, and includes $25M+ in local infrastructure improvements.
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Oklahoma’s AI moment: adoption rises as lawmakers write early guardrails
Lawmakers are moving to set AI rules for schools, minors and state government as adoption accelerates. New polling highlights strong support for human oversight and key safeguards.
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Kane backs update to Oklahoma’s incentive‑review process
HB 3942 and SB 1990 strengthen transparency and require deeper analysis of economic incentives, which Rep. John Kane says will keep state policy aligned with shifting industries and strategic goals.
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White House unveils national AI framework, asks Congress for single federal standard
White House urges Congress to adopt a single federal AI standard covering child safety, free speech, IP, innovation and workforce—plus ratepayer protections tied to data‑center power costs.
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U.S. Chamber frames community‑first case for data centers
Chamber article says community‑first data centers can grow local tax bases, create skilled jobs, and protect ratepayers through transparent planning and resource stewardship.
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A rare diagnosis, a homegrown breakthrough
An Oklahoma woman outlived every projection after a drug developed at OMRF transformed her life.
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Bluepeak Expands Fiber Network to Pawhuska
Broadband provider Bluepeak announced a new multimillion-dollar investment to expand high-speed fiber internet service to homes and businesses across Pawhuska.
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Oklahoma Broadband Office Closes First Expansion Projects in Western Oklahoma
First completed projects bring fiber service to Washita and Greer counties as Oklahoma’s statewide broadband buildout moves from planning to delivery.