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Alexandra Kelley
Staff Correspondent

Alexandra Kelley reports on emerging technology for Nextgov. Her most recent post was covering breaking news for The Hill where she focused on a variety of quantitative subjects, including Big Tech and the economy, in addition to covering the coronavirus pandemic since late 2019. She graduated from Kenyon College in 2017.
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National Science Foundation spearheads new funding to improve diversity in AI workforce
In collaboration with six other federal groups, the NSF will focus on expanding minority-serving university offerings in artificial intelligence and machine learning education.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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State Department seeks industry's input on space regulations
The U.S. government is continuing its regulatory efforts of outer space’s emerging usages.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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Historic fusion ignition promises innovation in clean energy, national security
The breakthrough fusion experiment conducted last week at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory stands to change the U.S.’ national security posture and sustainable energy development.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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DOE wants to bridge their 'Valley of Death'
Energy officials envision a cross-disciplinary team to bring advanced research topics focused on emerging technologies to life.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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Lawmakers question revolving door between government and crypto industry
A group of Democratic lawmakers issued letters to several financial regulatory agencies in a bid to examine the growing trend of former public servants working for digital asset companies.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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A look into proposed tech amendments for the 2023 NDAA
Hot topics proposed as add-ons to the defense budget bill included expanded artificial intelligence investment and supply chain independence.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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NIST, Google announce chip R&D partnership
The public-private sector collaboration will make industry standard chips available to smaller research entities to encourage semiconductor manufacturing.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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White House team unveils new recommendations for U.S. semiconductor industry growth
The President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology introduced new advice to help successfully implement the CHIPS Act and develop an advanced U.S. semiconductor market.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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NIST to Release New Playbook for AI Best Practices
Researchers will stress a socio-technical approach—which examines the human impact on technology—to mitigate biases in artificial intelligence systems.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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State Department makes inroads for public-private tech partnerships at home
The agency’s Official for Cyberspace and Digital Policy traveled to San Francisco to foster stronger collaboration between Silicon Valley and Capitol Hill.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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Energy asks for new R&D in critical materials for clean energy
The Department of Energy launched its new request for information days after the passage of the CHIPS Act.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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New bill would unlock cybersecurity funding for small businesses
Sen. Maggie Hassan’s proposed law would help set up funds to protect smaller organizations from malware.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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Lumen tapped to upgrade Customs and Border Protection comms network
The communications company will overhaul CBP’s communications infrastructure and expand its network.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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FBI, Verizon collaborate on $400M IT overhaul
The telecommunications giant will help the law enforcement agency improve connectivity and security for its acting agents.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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TSA collaborates with European security, manufacturers to upgrade security tech
The Transportation Security Administration and Airports Council International Europe worked together to implement open architecture frameworks in screening technology.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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Lawmakers Quiz VA, Cerner Staff on Major EHR Problems
A House Veterans’ Affairs hearing examined why the agency’s EHR rollout continues to struggle, with lawmakers demanding Cerner address safety issues.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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GSA launches AI challenge inspired by pandemic needs
The General Services Administration is looking for contractors to build out federal AI tech in response to COVID-19.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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Biden Requests Significant IT, Cyber Investment Increases for 2023
Tech and cybersecurity spending would receive major boosts under President Joe Biden’s proposed 2023 budget.
- By Frank Konkel and Alexandra Kelley
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NIST Seeks Members For New IoT Advisory Board
The inaugural board will advise the Internet of Things Working Group on federal policies that may influence IoT development and security.
- By Alexandra Kelley
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Energy Launches New Program To Overhaul the U.S. Electrical Grid
Pursuant to President Biden’s sustainable energy plans, the Department of Energy launched a new initiative to restore the country’s electrical grid through expanded access and more resilient systems.
- By Alexandra Kelley