March 6, 2026
Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia
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Tag: technology

Rep. Beyer calls for more regulation of AI

#Beyer, #energy, #technology

Rep. Don Beyer warns that AI could have significant negative consequences if not regulated and lauded the promise of fusion energy at a recent forum hosted by the Democratic Business Council of Northern Virginia. Meanwhile, he said, his primary responsibility in Congress is promoting economic growth. “The faster the economy can grow, the better off … Continued

Community centers have tech devices to lend

#government services, #technology

Community members can now borrow technology devices from community centers operated by the Fairfax County Department of Neighborhood and Community Services. The new Technology Lending Program includes Canon EOS digital cameras, Oculus Meta Quest II virtual reality headsets, Cricut Maker cutting machines, and Flashforge Adventurer Pro 3D printers. Chromebooks will be added soon. The program … Continued

Broadband network for first responders expanded

#emergencies, #fire department, #technology
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The First Responder Network Authority and AT&T are investing more than $6.3 billion over the next 10 years to expand FirstNet, the nation’s public safety broadband network. The upgrade will enhance 5G coverage for first responders. Another $2 billion is under consideration. Starting in March, AT&T announced, “FirstNet will be the first and only wireless network … Continued

Police Department launches community survey tool to measure public perceptions

#crime, #police, #technology
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The Fairfax County Police Department has launched a new program to gauge community perceptions about policing. FCPD contracted with Zencity’s Blockwise program to place ads on social media and local news websites with a link to a brief survey about people’s perceptions of the police department, whether they feel their community is safe, and whether … Continued

AI company to expand in Seven Corners

#businesses, #Seven Corners, #technology

Enabled Intelligence Inc., an artificial intelligence startup, is investing $1.4 million to expand its headquarters in Seven Corners, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin and the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority announced Sept. 21. The company will add more than 10,000 square feet to its offices at 6400 Arlington Blvd. The two office towers at that site … Continued

Autonomous shuttle offers free rides from Mosaic to Metro

#Merrifield, #Mosaic District, #technology, #transit, #transportation

Rep. Gerry Connolly (left) and Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chair Jeffrey McKay in front of Relay.  Relay, the autonomous electric shuttle connecting the Mosaic District in Merrifield to Metro is up and running.  Federal, state, and county officials, along with private sector representatives cut the ribbon Oct. 22 inaugurating the first driverless public transportation vehicle … Continued

Fairfax County Schools hit with ransomware attack

#education, #schools, #technology
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FCPS headquarters in Merrifield. [Associated Press] Just days into the start of the virtual school year, a cybercriminal group call MAZE has successfully targeted Fairfax County Public Schools with ransomware, Infosecurity magazine reports. FCPS issued a statement Sept. 11 acknowledging that ransomware was placed on some of its technology systems. “We are taking this matter … Continued

Fairfax County Public Schools prepares for virtual learning

#Annandale, #Brabrand, #education, #schools, #technology
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Instructional materials organized for students at Woodburn Elementary School. [FCPS] Virtual learning this fall will involve less homework and plenty of time for off-screen group and individual activities, Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Scott Brabrand said during a town hall session Aug. 12. When it’s safe to start bringing students back to school, Brabrand said, … Continued