Technology

But critics say the Trump administration’s request does little to hold big tech companies accountable

Modern drones map farmland, inspect power lines and help fight wildfires across the Mountain West. Nationwide, the drone industry now employs more than 100,000 people — and demand for trained pilots continues to grow.

The commission will draft guidelines for ethical use in labs and classrooms, outline funding and partnership opportunities and more.

The Mountain West News Bureau got a behind the scenes look at how these new technologies will impact travelers in the future

According to one nonprofit, toys that use artificial intelligence can be dangerous and even inhibit play.

Wyoming ranchers are testing GPS collars to help manage the movement of their livestock.

The local land trust is hosting an event to give community members a chance to test-drive the technology in real time. It’s also partnering with three local ranchers, who are giving virtual fencing a try for the next couple of years.

Self-driving cars, right-to-repair laws and crypto tech were center stage for legislators, students and industry enthusiasts alike in Laramie during the Wyoming Blockchain Stampede and the legislature’s Select Committee on Blockchain, Financial Technology, and Digital Innovation Technology meeting.

Far from Silicon Valley, Wyoming has been laying the legal groundwork to bring tech companies to the state for years.

A new study shows venture capital investment in tech startups is surging across the United States, including parts of the Mountain West.