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At #SharedFuturesAI, we went into the heart of what it means to be human in an age of intelligent machines with artists ๐จ, scientists ๐งช, and more. Thanks to @PJMFdn for collaborating with us to bring about this one-of-a-kind forum. Catch the highlights: ow.ly/NSGJ50WhLA5
#AI tools should solve real global challenges, like #FoodSecurity. We're helping developers align their goals with communities' priorities, starting with food systems, and running an open call to understand the needs in this space. Check out our survey: aspendigital.org/event/food-secโฆ

Our team's @vivian joined @EugeneDaniels2 and @CapehartJ on @MSNBC's The Weekend to discuss recent cuts to public broadcasting. Here's what she said about what to do next. "I'm hoping that the system can now look at this as a moment to re-energize and find a better way forward."
It's #AIAppreciationDay! We would appreciate AI tools even more if they solved real global challenges, like #FoodSecurity. So we're helping developers align their goals with communities' priorities, starting with food systems. Learn more on our website: ow.ly/tRGB50WqRek

We're thrilled to announce the launch of the #CyberCivilDefense #EmergingLeaders program. Join us in congratulating these early-career cybersecurity professionals, who are shaping the future of cyber civil defense in meaningful ways. Read our announcement: ow.ly/IW4s50Wqaho

AI tools can advance @UN #SDGs, like Zero Hunger, if developers align their goals with communities' priorities. To this end, we're hosting a webinar on July 29, 12-1pm ET about how AI can promote #FoodSecurity and help feed the future. Register to join us: ow.ly/vNJi50Wvr0M

Securing #water and wastewater #utilities is critical for #StateGovernments. Yet these utilities are chronically underfunded. Our team's Devon Regal and Sasha O'Connell dive into how to effectively address these gaps in a new thought piece. Read it here: ow.ly/QUQ850Wu0b2

AI research is falling short. What can we do about it? Translate public needs into language that AI developers understand so that they build systems that work toward @UN #SDGs, like zero hunger and clean water. Learn how in our new report: ow.ly/tRNQ50WsMq9 #AMorePublicAI

At the first-ever #TrustInPractice Summit, we were reminded thatย trustย begins locally, through small, consistent actions that strengthen relationships over time. Our team at Alliance for Social Trust is building community among those building trust. Learn how at the link below.
As America grows more diverse, how does that shape trust in our communities? Can embracing our differences help rebuild it? 200+ leaders gathered in Chicago at the first-ever Trust in Practice Summit by Aspen Institute's Alliance for Social Trust & @Allstate to explore data &โฆ
Rural America is underserved, not behind. In a new article, Nicole Tisdale dives into how cyber policies must address the gap below the #CyberPovertyLine. "National security starts at the local level, and our rural frontlines are exposed." Learn more: ow.ly/WC0w50Wrrjn

NPR's 1A recently featured an @aspenideas panel @vivian moderated with 1A's Jenn White and Aspen Public Radio's Breeze Richardson on the power of local journalism. Learn why #LocalNews carries such power, and how to help it grow. Listen to the episode: ow.ly/KtaA50WpwZC
Senior Advisor Nicole Tisdale spoke at the @UN recently about national security and marginalized communities. "๐ง๐ผ๐น๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ ๐ป๐ผ๐ ๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐๐บ. ๐๐ ๐ถ๐ ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐บ๐ผ๐๐ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ณ๐๐น ๐๐ผ๐ผ๐น ๐๐ผ ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ฏ๐ผ๐๐ต ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฃ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ฒ."



In "Journalism Today" last week, @risj_oxford highlighted insights from our recent report on the growing role of AI in newsrooms. Read the newsletter at the link below, and learn more on this topic in "No Turning Back" by @_FelixSimon_: aspendigital.org/report/ai-roleโฆ
The latest edition of our daily roundup is out, featuring 3 findings from #DNR25 and readings on AI in newsrooms, the BBC Gaza documentary, and more. Click to read, share and subscribe buff.ly/gaEJw9n
๐ฃ Applications are open for the 2025 #AspenCyber Summit Scholar Program, in collaboration with our small business partners @AletheaInsights and Raj Ferber PLLC. Students and recent grads are eligible to apply to join us on November 18 in DC. Learn more: ow.ly/VVaA50Wne9q

Our team's Shreya Singh Hernรกndez presented recently at @Georgetown's #ADRCon on #ResponsibleData practices for #ProductEquity. She covered key principles, like informed consent and anonymity protection. Curious to learn more? Dive into our report: ow.ly/mFw350Wm1hg

It's true: #AI presents risks to #news publishers. But like the internet, it also offers an opportunity to fulfill the mission of journalism: public service. In our new report, @_FelixSimon_ offers key insights on AI's growing role in news. Read it now: ow.ly/igtH50WkGsF

We're coming off a fantastic several days at @aspenideas, where @sco_connell and @vivian joined sessions on critical infrastructure defense, global tech regulation, human-centered AI, and the power of local journalism. Catch a few photo highlights here ๐ธ #AspenIdeas




As states take on more of a role in protecting local #CriticalInfrastructure from cyber risks, securing #water and wastewater #utilities is critical. Our team's Devon Regal and Sasha O'Connell dive into this topic in a new thought piece. Read it here: ow.ly/yS0l50WjZgv

Last month, @huqyeah moderated a panel on #SupplyChains at the Digi Americas #LATAM #FinancialSector Threat Landscape 2025 launch event in Mexico. The session covered how AI is making it harder to detect things like false employment records, and what's needed to address it.

Last week, we hosted attendees from Congress, the administration, industry, global civil society, and embassies for a session on #CyberDiplomacy, where we covered the current threat landscape and opportunities for global cybersecurity cooperation over the next decade. #AspenCyber
