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Where does federal AI spending stand in 2026?

New Brookings Institution analysis explores how emerging technologies are reshaping government contracting and innovation.

Isys Morrow
In a May 18, 2026, article published by the Brookings Institution, Gregory Dawson, clinical professor of accountancy at the W. P. Carey School of Business, and his co-authors explored how government agencies are advancing artificial intelligence initiatives and contracting.
The federal government is still in the experimental phase of AI, and many exciting developments are likely to emerge if and when these smaller contracts yield valuable insights.

Gregory Dawson, clinical professor of accountancy

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