IBMPolicy

Official account for IBM Government & Regulatory Affairs and IBM Policy Lab. Tweeting on tech & innovation policy issues. Managed by Adam Pratt & Ashley Bright.

[IBM Research @IBMResearch]

IBM Research joined @WHOSTP director Arati Prabhakar and @NASAEarth yesterday at the #WHDemoDay to showcase our geospatial AI foundation model with NASA. Learn more about the model and how it can help accelerate climate discoveries here: https://t.co/IIBgZkgXYe

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

IBM has always believed that AI used by the federal government must be trusted and responsible. We thank Senators @MarkWarner and @JerryMoran for their bipartisan leadership on the Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act of 2023. Read more here:https://t.co/n4eWDRloyz

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

Thank you to the #PaidFamilyLeaveWorkingGroup for your commitment to advancing national paid leave policies. IBM is proud to be among this group and a voice for how to move this critical issue forward.

[Chrissy Houlahan @RepHoulahan]

Supporting American families remains a priority in Congress. That's why the bipartisan #PaidFamilyLeaveWorkingGroup held 6 fact-finding meetings to chart the path forward.

Today, we are announcing our progress toward the next phase — policy recommendations in the coming months.

[Business Software Alliance @BSAnews]

This week, @IBMpolicy VP and Chief Privacy & Trust Officer @_ChristinaMont writes about how customers are harnessing @IBMwatsonx to enhance AI systems across their businesses.

Read more in the latest #WhyAI? TechPost below.

https://t.co/mKRylmSUDi

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

Paid leave plays a vital role in the lives of @IBM employees and their families. We appreciate @SenFinance @SenateFinance focusing on this critical issue and are committed to working with Congress on solutions. Read our statement for the record: https://t.co/CWKMbcxFvF

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

IBM Policy Lab co-director @RyanLeeHagemann recently sat down with @SeedAIOrg founder @austincarson to discuss the rapid changes in AI technology and how organizations are approaching the work that’s yet to come. You won’t want to miss this conversation https://t.co/zPTOKQAfWK

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

For decades, IBM has been working to expand pathways for Americans to enter tech jobs. Read our new Technology Workforce Playbook by @dnbglobal @lydlo for IBM’s best practices for industry and recommendations for government to help grow our cyber workforce https://t.co/jSiI6bUCEB

[Kemba Walden @KembaWalden46]

It is only together that we will continue to address cyber workforce demands, build long-term workforce capacity, and position all Americans to benefit from the enormous potential of our interconnected future. This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth join our call to action!

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

A hybrid cloud approach is the only realistic way to serve the federal government’s evolving IT infrastructure needs. We applaud Sen. Daines and @SenJackyRosen for introducing the Multi-Cloud Innovation and Advancement Act. Read more here: https://t.co/3hZGQHtiKx

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

Using #AI for deceptive election campaigning not only poses a direct threat to our system of government, it also erodes society’s trust in tech. @IBM welcomes the bipartisan Protect Elections from Deceptive AI Act led by @SenAmyKlobuchar: https://t.co/H9tpheGAs8

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

@IBM knows what works when it comes to who, what, when, and how to report #cybersecurity incidents, breaches, and threat intelligence. Read the latest IBM Policy Lab paper for our 3 global recommendations https://t.co/9advfRst9Z

[IBM News @IBMNews]

ICYMI: IBM and its academic & industry partners have been chosen among the @DeptofDefense's Microelectronics Commons program to establish a semiconductor hub in NY State. Read the statement from IBM CEO & Chairman, @ArvindKrishna: https://t.co/jJqk6KhUby

[IBM News @IBMNews]

Today IBM announced a commitment to train 2 million learners in #AI by the end of 2026, with a focus on underrepresented communities. Explore more about the expansion of #IBMSkillsBuild: https://t.co/WKk8nG3y5j

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

With increasing focus on how tech will transform industries, IBM remains committed to helping Americans get the #skills needed to work alongside new tech like #AI. Read our Technology #Workforce Playbook for IBM’s best practices and policy recommendations https://t.co/TwBOJTA7OE

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

In today’s reality #cybersecurity skills are foundational and more Americans need pathways to
acquire them. IBM is pleased the Office of the National Cyber Director
@kembawalden46 @camilleesq has embraced a skills first approach to fill jobs #NCWES https://t.co/JkuDiUf1fj

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

With increasing focus on how technologies like AI will transform jobs, it’s critical we modernize learning & #workforce development to meet people where they are. @IBM is delighted to see the Senate HELP cmte address these needs with bipartisan support https://t.co/rBCpkNLhBP

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

IBM applauds @ORDOJ Ellen Rosenblum, Oregon Legislature, and @GovTinaKotek for becoming the 12th state to enact a comprehensive privacy law. #TheOregonConsumerPrivacyAct protects consumer data rights and provides privacy protections over personal data.https://t.co/dIeaw8e2JP

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

With employees in all 50 states, @IBM understands the importance of providing equitable benefits & believes all US workers deserve access to #paidleave Yesterday, our HR policy lead Jason Kanter spoke with the Bipartisan House Working Group on Paid Leave to share our thoughts

[Tech:NYC @TechNYC]

HAPPENING NOW: @SenSchumer joins Tech:NYC, in partnership with @IBM, to addresses a group of New York tech leaders on his framework for the future of AI:

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

We’re thrilled to see a legislation removing college degree requirements for #cybersecurity jobs advance in the House. A skills-first approach to hiring will help the U.S. close the talent gap and provide pathways to good paying jobs for more Americans.

[Rep. Nancy Mace @RepNancyMace]

Passed 3 bills out of Oversight this afternoon, two of them unanimously! 🙌🇺🇸

[IBMPolicy @IBMpolicy]

IBM applauds @SenThomTillis and @ChrisCoons for introducing the #PatentEligibilityRestorationAct restoring predictability in obtaining and enforcing patents in emerging technologies. This bill will strengthen the patent system w/o sacrificing quality and preserve U.S. leadership.