# Brookings * **Definition:** The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, D.C., that conducts in-depth research and provides innovative solutions to pressing policy challenges in areas such as economics, governance, foreign policy, and global development. * **Taxonomy:** Key Sources / US National / Brookings ## News * Selected news from the source **Brookings**, for healthcare technology leaders * 162 news items are in the system for this source * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Topics | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/8/2025 | [**New OMB memos signal continuity in federal AI policy - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/new-omb-memos-signal-continuity-in-federal-ai-policy/) | [[Risk Management]]; [[Governance]]; [[Innovation]] | | 5/7/2025 | [**Building regional capacity for AI safety and security in Africa - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/building-regional-capacity-for-ai-safety-and-security-in-africa/) | [[AI Risks]]; [[Cybersecurity]]; [[Security]] | | 4/15/2025 | [**Breaking the AI mirror - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/breaking-the-ai-mirror/) | [[System Design]]; [[Critical Thinking]]; [[Collaboration]] | | 4/10/2025 | [**The hidden danger of re-centralization in blockchain platforms - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/the-hidden-danger-of-re-centralization-in-blockchain-platforms/) | [[Governance]] | | 4/3/2025 | [**Shaping Africa's inclusive and trustworthy digital future: How Kenya is reimagining ...**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/shaping-africas-inclusive-and-trustworthy-digital-future-how-kenya-is-reimagining-technology-leadership/) | [[Negotiations]]; [[Cardiovascular Disease]]; [[Artificial Intelligence]] | | 3/31/2025 | [**Recognizing the (un)Hidden Figures in AI - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/recognizing-the-unhidden-figures-in-ai/) | [[Large Language Models]]; [[Artificial Intelligence]]; [[Influence]] | | 3/5/2025 | [**Efficient government and safe innovation: A collaborative approach to artificial intelligence policy**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/efficient-government-and-safe-innovation-a-collaborative-approach-to-artificial-intelligence-policy/) | [[ChatGPT]]; [[Generative AI Adoption]]; [[Generative AI Integration]] | | 3/3/2025 | [**Health and AI: Advancing responsible and ethical AI for all communities**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/health-and-ai-advancing-responsible-and-ethical-ai-for-all-communities/) | [[AI for Healthcare Providers]]; [[AI Use Cases]]; [[Equitable Access]] | | 2/20/2025 | [**The fiscal frontier - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/the-fiscal-frontier/) | [[Influence]]; [[Patient Intake]]; [[Artificial Intelligence]] | | 2/14/2025 | [**AI safety needs Southeast Asia's expertise and engagement - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/ai-safety-needs-southeast-asias-expertise-and-engagement/) | [[Generative AI in Drug Development]]; [[AI-Driven Solutions]]; [[AI-Driven Tools]] | | 2/13/2025 | [**Regional cooperation crucial for AI safety and governance in Latin America**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/regional-cooperation-crucial-for-ai-safety-and-governance-in-latin-america/) | [[Ethical Use of AI]]; [[Healthcare Legislation]]; [[Influence]] | | 2/12/2025 | [**A new writing series: Re-envisioning AI safety through global majority perspectives**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/a-new-writing-series-re-envisioning-ai-safety-through-global-majority-perspectives/) | [[Governance]]; [[Algorithmic Bias]]; [[Data Privacy]] | | 2/10/2025 | [**Network architecture for global AI policy - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/network-architecture-for-global-ai-policy/) | [[Governance]]; [[Architecture]]; [[AI Governance Frameworks]] | | 1/31/2025 | [**Rethinking place-based economic security in the age of climate migration**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/rethinking-place-based-economic-security-in-the-age-of-climate-migration/) | [[Security]] | | 1/30/2025 | [**Richard Frank's comments on the proposed 2026 Medicare Advantage and Part D rule**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/richard-franks-comments-on-the-proposed-2026-medicare-advantage-and-part-d-rule/) | [[Pharma]]; [[Healthcare Legislation]]; [[Medicare]] | | 1/18/2025 | [**Artificial intelligence is transforming middle-class jobs. Can it also help the poor?**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/ai-transforming-middle-class-jobs-can-it-help-the-poor/) | [[Integration of Technologies]]; [[Hyperautomation]]; [[Digital Twins Technology]] | | 1/13/2025 | [**Leveraging AI and emerging technologies to unlock Africa's potential - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/leveraging-ai-and-emerging-technologies-to-unlock-africas-potential/) | [[Diagnostic Imaging]]; [[Healthcare Outcomes]]; [[Emerging Technologies]] | | 11/15/2024 | [**Health care in Africa: Emerging technologies at play - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/health-care-in-africa-emerging-technologies-at-play/) | [[Technology Operations]]; [[AI in Medical Diagnostics]]; [[Cloud Operations]] | | 11/15/2024 | [**Rachel E. Sachs' testimony on reducing prescription drug prices - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/rachel-e-sachs-testimony-on-reducing-prescription-drug-prices/) | [[Insurance Coverage]]; [[Biosimilars]]; [[Population Health]] | | 11/14/2024 | [**Tampons, toxins, and the future of menstrual safety - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/tampons-toxins-and-the-future-of-menstrual-safety/) | [[Womens Health]]; [[Healthcare Outcomes]]; [[Digital Transformation]] | | 11/14/2024 | [**AI policy directions in the new Trump administration - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/ai-policy-directions-in-the-new-trump-administration/) | [[Artificial Intelligence]]; [[Governance]]; [[Cloud Computing]] | | 11/8/2024 | [**Greening infrastructure in Africa through digital transformation - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/greening-infrastructure-in-africa-through-digital-transformation/) | [[IoT Medical Devices]]; [[Innovation]]; [[Digital Transformation]] | | 11/4/2024 | [**One year later, how has the White House AI Executive Order delivered on its promises?**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/one-year-later-how-has-the-white-house-ai-executive-order-delivered-on-its-promises/) | [[Algorithmic Bias]]; [[AI Development]]; [[Security Risks]] | | 10/28/2024 | [**Rural policy priorities are starting to emerge from the presidential campaigns-with different ...**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/rural-policy-priorities-are-starting-to-emerge-from-the-presidential-campaigns-with-different-outlooks-on-what-matters/) | [[Telehealth Innovations]]; [[Telehealth Solutions]]; [[Telehealth Advancements]] | | 9/5/2024 | [**Why and how should we regulate the use of AI in health care? - Brookings Institution**](https://www.brookings.edu/articles/why-and-how-should-we-regulate-the-use-of-ai-in-health-care/) | [[Quality of Care]]; [[Machine Learning]]; [[Healthtech]] | ## Recent Stories (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Topics Covered - **Global Health Innovations**: Investments in global health research have led to the development of life-saving technologies, including malaria vaccines, but challenges remain in product introduction, especially in low-income countries. - **AI in Healthcare**: Major tech companies are exploring AI applications in healthcare, necessitating regulatory frameworks to address potential risks while enhancing diagnosis and treatment. - **Rural Policy in Elections**: The recent vice-presidential debate overlooked rural policy issues, despite significant rural community concerns about federal resource allocation. - **AI Governance by the Biden Administration**: The Biden administration has initiated AI governance with a focus on ethical development and accountability, highlighted by the recent Executive Order on AI. - **Digital Transformation in Africa**: Africa is emerging as a leader in digital transformation, particularly in construction and healthcare, with innovative projects addressing significant infrastructure challenges. - **Gender Bias in Public Health Research**: The influence of social determinants on gender biases in public health research, particularly regarding menstrual hygiene products, is discussed. - **2024 U.S. Election Dynamics**: The upcoming election will require addressing racial politics and the implications of AI technology under a potential Trump administration. - **AI Investment in Africa**: Africa is attracting significant investments in healthcare innovation, with startups enhancing digital health supply chains. - **AI and Economic Development**: The Fourth Industrial Revolution presents both opportunities and challenges for achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals in Africa. - **AI Skills in Workforce**: The demand for AI skills is rising globally, with middle-income countries leading in GenAI web traffic and workforce adaptation. - **Medicare Policy Changes**: Proposed Medicare policy changes focus on improving access to behavioral health services and adjusting cost-sharing standards. - **Climate Change and Economic Security**: California wildfires highlight the need for rethinking economic security models in the context of climate change. - **AI Legislation in Latin America**: Latin America is developing AI policies, but many proposals lack clarity and actionable measures. - **AI Governance in Southeast Asia**: Southeast Asia is establishing AI safety frameworks but faces challenges in global AI governance participation. - **Brookings Research on AI**: A Brookings paper discusses the historical impact of technological innovations and the economic implications of AI. - **AI Equity Lab**: The Brookings Center for Technology Innovation has established the AI Equity Lab to promote inclusive AI design. - **Women in AI**: The Center for Technology Innovation aims to recognize women's contributions to AI, addressing biases and promoting inclusivity. - **Kenya's Digital Strategy**: Kenya is leading in technology integration and AI applications to improve socioeconomic conditions and productivity. ### Organizations Mentioned - **Brookings**: A research organization that provides in-depth analysis and policy recommendations on various issues, including technology and governance. - **UNICEF**: A United Nations agency focused on providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide. - **Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)**: A U.S. federal agency that administers the nation's major healthcare programs including Medicare and Medicaid. - **ASEAN**: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a regional intergovernmental organization comprising ten Southeast Asian countries. - **U.S. AI Safety Institute**: An organization focused on promoting safety and ethical standards in the development and use of artificial intelligence.