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Professionals collaborating with an AI interface, representing the bridging of the AI skills gap through legislative tax credits for training.
Future Trends

AI Skills Gap Threatens Future Workforce: Tax Credits Aim to Bridge Divide

A proposed legislative act aims to offer businesses a 30% tax credit, capped at $2,500 per employee annually, for artificial intelligence training expenses.

Omar Haddad·July 14, 2026
Michigan lawmakers discussing new legislation for startup funding, with charts showing economic growth in the background.
Startups

Michigan lawmakers push for new startup funding

In FY24, 113 small businesses from 80 Michigan communities applied for the state's Match on Main program, yet only 69 received grants of up to $25,000 each.

Diego Navarro·June 25, 2026
Futuristic cityscape at dusk with people interacting with holographic AI interfaces, symbolizing the new era of AI regulation and data protection.
Emerging Tech

State AI Laws Signal New Data Protection Era Amidst Regulatory Trends

In Colorado, lawmakers initially proposed a sweeping artificial intelligence bill with mandatory risk assessments and a broad 'duty of care' for AI developers.

Omar Haddad·June 21, 2026
Digital shield protecting diverse artistic creations from shadowy AI algorithms, with the European Parliament in the background.
Industry Insights

Europe's 2026 AI Copyright Law Protects Artists From Creative Theft.

On March 10, 2026, the European Parliament voted 460 to 71 to protect copyrighted creative work from AI use, initiating a global shift against the unchecked scraping of human art.

Omar Haddad·April 19, 2026