The increasing ubiquity of artificial intelligence (AI) has introduced uncertainties around the copyright protection of software developed through both open- and closed-source models. For small business software developers, like ACT | The App Association members, who both deploy and use AI, these uncertainties disproportionately harm the ability to create competitive [...]
In the heart of a modern farm, drones buzz over vast fields, sensors embedded in the soil relay real-time data, and AI-driven insights guide decisions from planting to harvest. This is the era of precision agriculture, where technology meets tradition to create a more efficient, sustainable, and productive farming landscape. [...]
WASHINGTON – ACT | The App Association today released the following statement from president Morgan Reed after Senators Chris Coons, Todd Young, John Hickenlooper, and Deb Fischer introduced the Expanding Partnerships for Innovation and Competitiveness (EPIC) Act on July 9, 2024. “As small businesses in the app economy, ACT | [...]
For developers working with artificial intelligence (AI), the recent finalisation of the European Union (EU) AI Act brings a mix of opportunities and challenges. As the EU prepares to implement the new AI Act, it's crucial for app developers and policymakers alike to grasp the real-life implications of the law. [...]
The digital marketplace is a crucial global economic driver, with digitalization poised to add $100 trillion in additional value to the world economy by 2025. Central to this transformation is the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies. The widespread adoption of AI and IoT drives innovation [...]