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AI advances mean we need to double down on this one skill

No matter how much technological progress we make, jobs of the future will require this very human skill.

Gallatin College MSU enters sub-contract to expand photonics and laser technology program 

The sub-contract will also support Gallatin College MSU’s collaboration with the Montana Photonics and Quantum Alliance, which grows organizations creating economic opportunity in Montana, and the Montana Headwaters Tech Hub, a Montana consortium developing smart photonic sensor systems. 

Lidar vs. Cameras = A Giant Fail For Tesla

Elon Musk says that his cars, when equipped with nothing more than an array of cameras and a computer that can perform gazillions of operations per second, are able to drive themselves. Virtually every other manufacturer who claims its cars are capable of driving without the aid of a human use a suite of sensors that include lidar and/or radar — devices that Elon swears are superfluous.

How to Get a Patent in Months, Not Years

Have you considered fast-tracking your patent application? Here’s what you need to know. 

Why empathy is essential for workplace success

Simple acts of empathy can build stronger, more resilient teams and a happier workplace

Rural America Under the Trump Administration

We’re keeping tabs on a slew of executive orders and other administrative actions, with an eye toward the rural implications of Trump’s second term. Come here for short reports and other resources to help understand the latest developments.

Did you spot a fish? Press the Fish Doorbell!

Today’s world is disturbing to say the least. Here’s a way to escape with a meditative way to clear your brain of all that’s going on. It’s fishy but very addictive in a good way. It may help make you life calmer and more enjoyable and peaceful.

All In on AI, Salesforce’s Benioff Tells Other CEOs This Is the Last Time They’ll Manage Only Humans

Marc Benioff is an AI hawk, and his company’s success with AI agents prompted an announcement that the company won’t need to hire engineering staff this year.

Why U.S. – Canada Cooperation Matters More Than Ever – Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER)

For decades, leaders from across our region have recognized that strong U.S.-Canada cooperation is essential to economic growth, innovation and prosperity across both nations. Recently, 16 former PNWER presidents convened to reaffirm this relationship and highlight the importance of PNWER’s longstanding model for cross-border collaboration.

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Montana Photonics & Quantum February Recap 2025

Montana’s photonics and quantum industries are thriving, and MPQA has been at the forefront of this growth for over a decade—driving workforce development, supporting businesses, and fostering a dynamic ecosystem.