Know What's News — November 2023
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Update on Radio Spectrum Pollution: What’s Changed in 10 Years
In 2013, a Silicon Flatirons conference gathered stakeholders to address the escalating issue of Radio Frequency (RF) noise pollution—a type of interference that can disrupt a wide range of wireless communications. They offered strategies to quantify and mitigate its impact.
A decade has passed, and the RF landscape has evolved significantly. The surge in wireless device usage has intensified our reliance on wireless internet connections. Concurrently, the adoption of renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power, which emit low-level RF noise, has become more widespread. Moreover, the influx of electric vehicles (EVs) and their charging stations are contributing new RF noise sources.
Acknowledging these changes, Silicon Flatirons convened a Roundtable in June 2023 in Washington, D.C., hosted by DLA Piper . This gathering of esteemed experts from government sectors, industries, and academic institutions aimed to reassess the state of radio spectrum pollution. Adhering to the Chatham House Rule to encourage open dialogue, participants reviewed findings from the 2013 conference and engaged in four focused sessions to analyze the current RF noise climate and formulate forward-looking recommendations.
The 2023 Roundtable report provides a synthesis of the discussions, highlighting key points from each session, identifying overarching themes, and proposing directions for future research.
To explore the detailed findings and recommendations from the recent Roundtable, as well as to see how they compare to the conclusions drawn in 2013, access the reports below:
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In Case You Missed It
Generative AI and Copyright Conference
Continuing Silicon Flatirons’ recent focus on generative artificial intelligence policy, the Generative AI and Copyright Conference brought together policymakers, litigators, and academics to discuss the copyright infringement and authorship issues in the development and deployment of generative AI and copyright’s connection to the broader policy conversation surrounding generative AI. See the video playlist.
October Startup Variety Show
The October session of the Startup Variety Show series featured a fireside chat with Techstars founders David Brown and David Cohen , plus additional presentations from entrepreneurial leaders Alina Nisenzon and Mike Wussow ( Poppins Payroll ); Ashley Furst (Breakthrough); and Rishi Assar and Wes McEvoy ( RISHUALISTIC ).
ChatGPT Should be Admitted to Practice Law in Colorado. Talk Amongst Yourselves.
Presented in partnership with the Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Collegiate Program at University of Colorado Law School , and the Colorado Access to Justice Commission, the October session of the AI Ethics Series featured riveting discussion with Jason Lynch ( Foundry ); Elisa (Emo) Overall (Colorado Access to Justice Commission); Lois R. Lupica ( University of Denver - Sturm College of Law ); Melanie Kay (Daniels Fund Ethics Initiative Collegiate Program), moderated by Silicon Flatirons AI Initiative Director, Harry Surden , and Silicon Flatirons Executive Director, Brad Bernthal . Watch the video.
Student Success
Silicon Flatirons Hosts Annual Panel on Inclusion in Technology Law: A Focus on Gender
This annual discussion included female alumni currently working in the historically male dominated field of technology law. Panelists included:
“The panel was such a remarkable gathering of women lawyers in tech. Each panelist had interesting and diverse work experience, an accessible and approachable demeanor, and tangible advice for us to carry into the workforce.” – Mallory Shaner , CU Law 2L
“Brad and I realized that one of the panelists was in the audience of one of our first events! I'm so grateful to be part of an event that opens the range of possibilities for students considering future career paths, and thrilled to see previous attendees going on to find success in tech law fields.” – Jill Dupre , Panelist and Senior Fellow, Silicon Flatirons
Nicole Ela attended the 2023 Telecommunications Policy Research Conference (TPRC) in Washington, DC
Thanks to Silicon Flatirons sponsorship, 2nd year Colorado Law student Nicole Ela attended TPRC51. The annual conference, now in it's 51st year, brought together a diverse group of researchers from academia, industry, government, and nonprofit organizations to discuss current and emerging issues in communications and the internet.
Silicon Flatirons Executive Director Brad Bernthal notes:
“Nicole’s intellectual engagement with leading technology policy issues is a reflection of her curiosity and work ethic. She also helped write the Spectrum Roundtable report. I’m proud that these are the types of rare opportunities available for students at Silicon Flatirons.”?
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November 16 — Startup Variety Show
Community News
Margot Kaminski — Director, Privacy Initiative, Silicon Flatirons
Phil Weiser — Attorney General, State of Colorado | Founder and Distinguished Advisor, Silicon Flatirons
Blake Reid — Director, Telecom and Platforms Initiative, Silicon Flatirons
Keith Gremban — Co-director, Spectrum Policy Initiative, Silicon Flatirons
Other News
Lab Venture Challenge: November 8–9
At the Lab Venture Challenge (LVC) Showcases, top CU innovators vie for grants up to $125k, supporting projects with commercial potential in the bio- and physical sciences; this is the can't-miss event to see CU's breakthrough innovations. Finalists will deliver pitches to a live audience and panel of business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors. Learn more and register.
Congrats to Deming Center for Entrepreneurship for their recognition in winning the GCEC’s award for “Excellence in Specialty Entrepreneurship Education.” Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers - GCEC specifically recognized Deming Center for their impactful work in helping our Native and rural communities start and grow ventures. See the press release.
Legal Aspects of AI Meeting
November 13, 6pm MST ATLAS Institute at CU Boulder , Hosted by Rocky Mountain AI Interest Group (RMAIIG) .
Join featured speakers Michael Drapkin — CEO, Paximal ; Jason Adaska , Program Director, Numerica Corporation ; and Tamara P. — Attorney and Owner of TMBTQ Law , as they discuss how the world of law intersects with the rapid advancements in AI technology. Learn more.
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Love this picture of Dale!!!