Investigative Journalism | Exposing What Lies Beneath
Dr. Adejare Atanda, a senior researcher at RAND Corporation, critiques AI misuse yet undermines individuals using AI for creative tasks on social media. His condescending online behavior contrasts sharply with his serious professional role. This hypocrisy highlights a broader issue of elitism in the discourse surrounding AI, questioning whether experts truly understand its empowering potential.
Baltimore’s failure to secure federal funding in the Tech Hubs program reveals deep issues in prioritization and systems. Despite a strong proposal focused on healthcare innovation, political alignment affected outcomes. With the Trump administration’s overhaul, Baltimore has a chance to realign its goals and enhance future applications for federal grants.
Why Baltimore Tech Hub Missed Out on Federal Funding—And What It Says About Our Priorities Read More
On May 28, a swatting call in Frederick, MD, falsely reported an active assailant, prompting a significant police response. Authorities later confirmed the call was a hoax, emphasizing the dangers and resource wastage associated with such incidents. No injuries occurred, but local law enforcement is taking the matter seriously, seeking information on suspects.
Swatting Hoax Disrupts Frederick Community, Prompts Heavy Police Response Read MoreJoanne Frederick discovers that a proposed transmission line, the Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project, will benefit Northern Virginia’s data centers, not Maryland. The project poses risks to Maryland’s rural communities, environment, and property rights, with local leaders largely silent. This situation reflects a broader trend of sacrificing rural areas for corporate profits.
Maryland Pays, Virginia Plays: How an Energy Project Is Sacrificing Maryland Land for Northern Virginia’s Big Tech Boom Read More