High-speed internet is a necessity for older Oklahomans to age in place

High-speed internet is a necessity for older Oklahomans to age in place

Joe Ann Vermillion  |  Guest columnist Oklahoma has a historic opportunity to expand access to affordable, reliable, high-speed internet to everyone in the state, no matter where they live or their circumstances. Access, however, depends on more than wires, poles and other pieces of infrastructure. It also depends on making sure that internet service is …

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Major investments needed to connect rural Oklahoma to internet access

Major investments needed to connect rural Oklahoma to internet access

Mike Sanders  |  Guest columnist From downtown Oklahoma City and Tulsa to the far edges of the Panhandle and Ouachita Mountains, high-speed internet is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. For decades, the conversation about expanding internet access has taken place without a plan of action. Until now. The Oklahoma Broadband Governing Board recently …

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What’s cheating? AI bans, schools may fail students who use Grammarly

What’s cheating? AI bans, schools may fail students who use Grammarly

Whatever my school’s rule is on artificial intelligence, I will abide by it. But the concern over Grammarly makes me think of the debate over calculator use in schools from the 1970s. William Tang  |  Opinion contributor Arizona State University now offering AI degree Artificial intelligence is continuing to gain popularity as the technology evolves, …

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Momos Made With Pepsi Have Shocked The Internet

Momos Made With Pepsi Have Shocked The Internet

In a culinary revelation that has sent shockwaves across the internet, a video showcasing the creation of momos (dumplings) made with Pepsi as a key ingredient has gone viral.  The resulting momos reportedly boast a unique sweet and tangy flavor profile, leaving viewers intrigued and divided in their opinions.  While some express curiosity and eagerness …

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Are 2024 elections secure? How AI can protect democracy in America

Are 2024 elections secure? How AI can protect democracy in America

Artificial intelligence tools could scan the internet far more quickly, efficiently and effectively than humans, labeling deepfakes almost as soon as they enter the public discourse. Christopher Koopman  |  Opinion contributor Taylor Swift hit by ‘disgusting’ AI deep fakes on X Elon Musk has been slammed after AI-generated X-rated ‘photos’ of Taylor Swift have gone …

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Letters: Government handout for rural internet is good | Opinions and Editorials

Letters: Government handout for rural internet is good | Opinions and Editorials

I find myself in substantial agreement with Betsy O’Leary‘s guest column, at least concerning the importance of programs like the Affordable Connectivity Program. Expanding internet access to poor and rural communities is a worthwhile endeavor, and I’m glad that Congress has seen fit to allocate resources to achieve that goal. What I take issue with …

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Privacy Sandbox: Unlocking the potential of a more private internet | News

Privacy Sandbox: Unlocking the potential of a more private internet | News

Building a more private internet is no longer an option; it’s necessary. People are increasingly aware of how their data is used online, and their expectations for privacy are growing.   Over the past three decades, we’ve seen remarkable innovation around the internet: accessible and equitable information, the mobile age, and now generative AI. It is …

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