Artificial intelligence

Aug 18, 2026

AI enhances Treasure Valley events but human connection remains key

Artificial intelligence is transforming event planning in the Treasure Valley, improving efficiency while human interaction remains essential for success.

Diane Temple
Aug 13, 2026

Idaho is already a technology state

Idaho technology economy employs over 320,000 workers across 17 sectors, representing 32% of the state's workforce and growing rapidly.

Aug 12, 2026

Clearwater Analytics report finds asset managers embracing AI but worried about data trust, compliance risks

Clearwater Analytics reports asset managers rapidly adopt AI but worry about data reliability and regulatory compliance risks in investment management.

Jul 23, 2026

Americans hold favorable views on AI benefits despite concerns

Build American AI poll shows 56% of Americans view ai favorably, highlighting optimism about its economic and medical benefits despite safety concerns.

Noah Riley is the founder and owner of AI Genius Automations. The company is planning to bring a new artificial intelligence product and online lessons to market in the near future. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
Jul 20, 2026

The IBR Interviews of Highly Effective People: Noah Riley

Noah Riley shares his journey from graphic design to ai entrepreneurship and the challenges he faced building AI Genius Automations in Idaho.

Graduate researchers Sarah Davis (left) and Hunter Hawkins (center) work with research faculty John Shovic to find AI solutions for a safety and productivity issue at Amalgamated Sugar. (PHOTO: U OF I)
Jun 30, 2026

University of Idaho launches new AI degree programs amid surging workforce demand

University of Idaho is launching bachelor’s and master’s artificial intelligence degrees at Moscow and Coeur d’Alene campuses to meet growing workforce demand.

A counter-UAS exercise being conducted at INL’s 890-square-mile desert Site. (PHOTO: INL)
May 13, 2026

INL partnership advances drone innovation for national security

The Idaho National Laboratory partners with West Virginia University and Summit Point Training Facility to develop advanced drone and counter-drone technologies for national security.

The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket booster is shown outside the company?s facility in Hawthorne California, on April 23, 2026. (PHOTO: REUTERS/Mike Blake/File)
Apr 29, 2026

Inside SpaceX’s IPO and Musk’s $1.75T vision

SpaceX plans a $1.75 trillion IPO, aiming to lead in space, ai, and multi-planetary industries under Elon Musk’s ambitious vision.

Apr 14, 2026

Majority of Americans tired of hearing about AI despite widespread use

A recent survey reveals 54% of Americans are tired of hearing about ai, even as 69% use it in daily life, highlighting mixed feelings about the technology.

Apr 8, 2026

Will AI replace your accountant?

Collin Kane, CPA in Coeur d'Alene, explains how AI supports but does not replace accountants for complex business and tax advisory in Idaho.

Apr 1, 2026

Apple marks 50 years as a tech titan amid AI challenges

Apple celebrates 50 years of innovation, evolving from a garage startup to a tech giant facing new challenges in artificial intelligence.

A street sign for Wall Street is seen in the financial district in New York on Nov. 8, 2021. (PHOTO: REUTERS/Brendan McDermid, file photo)
Mar 31, 2026

S&P 500 heads for worst quarter since 2022 amid Iran war and rate concerns

The S&P 500 is on track for its worst quarter since 2022, driven by inflation fears, the Iran war, and concerns over Federal Reserve rate policies.


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