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The push to designate AI as the next critical infrastructure sector

·Source: CyberScoop

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Executive Summary

The designation would unlock a range of federal services, tools and resources for an industry that policymakers view as increasingly tied to national and economic security. The post The push to designate AI as the next critical infrastructure sector appeared first on CyberScoop .

Analysis

The designation would unlock a range of federal services, tools and resources for an industry that policymakers view as increasingly tied to national and economic security. The post The push to designate AI as the next critical infrastructure sector appeared first on CyberScoop .
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Originally published by CyberScoop on Aug 20, 2026.

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