Alexandra Cooke

#Tech Policy and Programs, @actonline. Tweeting about #Apps, #ConnectedHealth, #Privacy, #IoT, #EdTech. Coffee, arts, travel, and culture. she/her

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“i started out expecting to fail. i find a problem i want to solve and just start to build. and if i fail that’s ok. as an #entrepreneur, i try to fail every day. it allows me to learn and grow and do something bigger and better the next time.” - David Wasilewski

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“there’s a strong undercurrent in our industry where we need people to solve complex #technical problems. there are incredibly complex problems that we need people to fix with advanced technical ability and critical thinking.” - Abhay Fernandez

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“the key with #AI is using it as a tool, not using it to do a task start to finish. i talk about this with my students and how they can use AI to help improve their original thoughts.” - Caroline Adamczyk

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kicking off our #CodingACareer event in Detroit today to speak with learners at the Apple Developer Academy about how to maximize their skills in the #tech workforce!

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"M&A is crucial for technology innovation. Without it, the cycle of innovation and small business growth would be impossible." – BadVR

Event Recap: AppCon 2024! Check out the highlights and learn how they're shaping the future of the #AppEconomy ⬇️ https://t.co/xCEakQuVIO

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we’re ACTivated and ready to keep #AppCon24 going with briefing day!

yesterday we welcomed our members to DC to kick things off with a welcome reception + dinner 😎 follow along to keep the #AppCon vibes going ✨

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Our biggest ever!! Can’t wait 😎

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📱 we're welcome some of our members to DC on Sunday for our annual #AppEconomyConference. our members will engage in networking, learning, and educating their elected officials about issues facing small businesses. we are super excited to see you all soon!

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!!

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"In an era marked by rapid technological transformation, our small business members have consistently demonstrated remarkable agility and foresight"

this #MemberMonday we are shouting out our members in honor of #SmallBusinessWeek! read more here: https://t.co/9Hy1eYY756

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Really excited to be at @helloNOEW this week! I'm particularly looking forward my discussion with @zanders on Wednesday - join us!

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Really excited to talk policy and entrepreneurship next week with @zanders! Join us at @helloNOEW a week from today at 3pm CT!!

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🌐artificial intelligence is a hot topic for tech innovators. as regulators and lawmakers create rules and guidelines for #AI, it is critical that small businesses are considered. 💻 learn more about the App Associations global AI policy priorities here: https://t.co/uaWxnUBrob

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🎧 Its #TechSwampTuesday & we’re joined by accessibility tech expert @BetsyFurler and senior global policy council @brianscarpelli in a discussion for all things related to policy and #accessibility tech: https://t.co/lCFkgdN6mg

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🚨update to CRA 🚨the #CRA has seen some adjustments since we outlined our main concerns about the Act earlier this summer 📷 scroll to find out some changes the bill has seen and what small businesses can expect in the future ⬇️
https://t.co/92TxYJG2hl

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Tune in - this is going to be an excellent discussion!

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📆join our virtual chat on Sep 21 for an interactive discussion on #AccessibilityTech and how looming legislation can help and hinder these innovations.💻🌍 RSVP here ⬇️ https://t.co/xp8ez7vApM

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“everything we said today can be applied to #AI generally. when we talk about things like this, it’s not just about the language model, it’s about the pieces between you and the machine.” - Scott Weiner, NeuEon

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“ChatGPT is literally predicting what the next word should be, one at a time. And it can give 5 different answers 5 different times because it’s not learning what you’re asking, it’s learning to give you the best answer.” - Scott Weiner, NeuEon

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🔧 R&D fuels innovation & job creation in America. But with the phasing out of Section 174, small businesses face a costly R&D landscape. dive into our blog to see how Congress can bolster R&D and empower small businesses! 🌐💼
🔗 https://t.co/dUmQfXhHNb

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Smash that vote button

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🤠we're hoping to send our very own Chelsea Thomas + Parag Shah, Founder and CTO of member company @vemos_io, to #SXSW next year but we need your help. vote for our Boosting #SmallBiz panel by visiting the SXSW PanelPicker® below🤠 https://t.co/B1Wzk8fNbf

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Don't boo, vote! (please and 🧀)

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we're hoping to send our very own @brianscarpelli + @BetsyFurler, Founder and CEO of member company @forallabilities, to #SXSW next year but we need your help. vote for our #accessability tech fireside chat by visiting the SXSW PanelPicker® below🤠https://t.co/eJ4xrtXY04

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🤖we "sat down" with #ChatGPT for another installment of our blog series "#AI Will Always Need You: Copyright and IP" and you're going to want to check it out. learn more about AI-drafted, human-prompted blog here: https://t.co/rCf57vKeHU