AI & Copyright: New York media outlets ask a federal judge to sanction OpenAI in a copyright fight, alleging the company hid datasets and ChatGPT logs tied to how it trained on millions of news articles. R.I. Democracy & Tech Policy: Rhode Island is seeing a sharp rise in uncontested General Assembly races, raising concerns that fewer challengers means less accountability. Online Gambling Safety: Regulators in Massachusetts and Connecticut report hundreds of underage sports-betting cases, with experts warning that ads and normalization are fueling addiction risk. Education & AI Integrity: A Brown University professor’s switch back to pen-and-paper exams after suspected AI use reportedly triggered a major grade collapse, reigniting academic integrity debate. Health Costs: ACA Marketplace insurers, including in Rhode Island, are proposing another round of premium hikes for 2027 as enhanced subsidies expire. Business Climate: CNBC ranks Rhode Island No. 48 for business conditions, slipping again and landing last in the region for economy. Undersea Innovation: Innovate Newport’s Blue Tech Talks highlight Rhode Island’s push toward dual-use undersea technology and workforce growth. Environment: DEM and CRMC plan invasive aquatic plant treatments in multiple Westerly-area waters, with new rules to prevent spread. Naval Engineering: NUWC Division Newport engineer Ian Doyle wins a 2025 Rosenblatt Young Naval Engineer Award for acoustic engineering work. Local Tech/Infrastructure: Citizens expands CEO successor Brendan Coughlin’s oversight, including an AI-driven technology platform overhaul.