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Articles by Bill Wright

Global Head of Government Affairs, Elastic

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Beyond the model: A data foundation for a trustworthy AI future in the US

The new AI Action Plan is calling for AI acceleration across public sector and industry and in the US. Elastic's open and interoperable approach to data and AI can help the US government succeed.

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Biden's new Cybersecurity Executive Order: What you need to know

President Biden issued his Cybersecurity Executive Order in the final days of his administration, outlining a number of measures to enhance national cybersecurity with an emphasis on CISA and safeguarding federal systems and critical infrastructure.

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The evolution of AI regulation in Asia: A comparative analysis

As governments and regulatory bodies try to catch up to the rapid pace of AI's evolution, we explore the current state of AI regulation in Asia and its varying approaches.

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DORA: A paradigm shift in cybersecurity and operational resilience

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) in the EU is slated for a detailed rollout by early 2024. Given that it will redefine cybersecurity and supply risk management at a global scale, how can financial institutions prepare?

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Boosting America's digital defense: Key takeaways from the FY 2026 budget priorities

The US federal government just released its cybersecurity priorities for its 2026 fiscal year. Here's what they are and how government agencies can prepare.

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Free the data: Why US federal agencies should standardize on OpenTelemetry

Adopting OpenTelemetry standards can enhance the government's ability to manage and analyze telemetry data across diverse systems – ensuring consistent and reliable data collection and leading to better decision-making and improved service delivery.

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Unpacking the US Senate’s new AI Roadmap

The US Senate just unveiled its long anticipated Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roadmap, marking a significant step toward shaping the future of AI policy and regulation in the country. Here's what technology leaders need to know.

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Strengthening small utilities: The power of public-private partnership

Cyberattacks against water utilities show the vulnerability of local entities dependent on operational technology. Private and public collaboration, such as the Elastic and Dragos partnership, can be a strategic way to strengthen OT cybersecurity.

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US federal agencies and AI: The race is on

A new audit from the US government shows that federal agencies are rapidly increasing their use of AI. Here, we unpack agencies’ AI use cases and top considerations for AI implementation in government.