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In the News: Manjeet Rege on the Growing Demand for Data Centers
Artificial IntelligenceManjeet Rege, a professor in the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with FOX 9 about how the rapid growth of artificial intelligence is fueling demand for large-scale data centers. Rege discussed concerns surrounding energy use, water consumption, and long-term infrastructure impacts, while noting that clearer policies…
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In the News: Manjeet Rege on Data Centers in Minnesota
In the NewsManjeet Rege, a professor of data science and AI at the University of St. Thomas, shared his perspective in the Minnesota Star Tribune on the rapid expansion of data centers across the state. Rege highlighted both the economic benefits and the environmental and community concerns tied to these projects, emphasizing the need for clear, statewide… -
In the News: Jena Zangs on Governing Agentic AI
Artificial IntelligenceJena Zangs, chief data and AI officer at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, spoke with TechTarget about the growing need for stronger governance as organizations adopt agentic AI. Zangs emphasized the importance of structured data architecture, including centralized data systems and metadata tagging, to ensure agents operate within defined domains. From the… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on AI in Personal Finance
In the NewsManjeet Rege, director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO about the growing use of artificial intelligence in personal finance. Rege explained that while AI can be a helpful tool for budgeting, analyzing spending patterns and running financial scenarios, it should be used cautiously and not… -
St. Thomas Community Members Present on AI Workforce
Artificial IntelligenceManjeet Rege, director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence, and St. Thomas Chief Data and AI Officer Jena Zangs recently presented at the MnTech Connect 2026 conference. Hosted by the Minnesota Technology Association, Rege and Zangs explored the future of artificial intelligence in the workforce and what AI readiness means for Minnesota. The two… -
In the News: Mark Osler on AI Use in Legal Advice
In the NewsMark Osler, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Law, spoke with WCCO Radio about the increasing use of artificial intelligence in legal advice. In the discussion, Osler and State Senator Erin Maye Quade examined how AI is being used in legal contexts and the broader implications for the legal profession as… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on Surveillance Pricing in Grocery Stores
Artificial IntelligenceManjeet Rege, director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about a proposed Minnesota bill that would ban surveillance pricing in grocery stores. The legislation targets the use of consumer data to set individualized prices, a practice that has raised concerns among shoppers. Rege outlined how… -
In the News: John Abraham on Social Media Lawsuits and AI Risks
Artificial IntelligenceJohn Abraham, a professor at the University of St. Thomas, joined WCCO Radio to discuss current emerging issues, including recent lawsuits against social media companies, the growing risks tied to artificial intelligence and the environmental impact of data centers. Abraham highlighted concerns about the addictive design of social platforms and the challenges of regulating rapidly… -
In the News: Manjeet Rege on Limits of Facial Recognition Technology
Artificial IntelligenceManjeet Rege, director of the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with local news about the risks of relying too heavily on facial recognition technology in criminal cases. Rege emphasized the technology can be a useful investigative tool but should be paired with human oversight and additional verification. From… -
AI Isn’t Optional. Neither Is Critical Thinking, Says St. Thomas Professor
Artificial IntelligenceOne way many people use artificial intelligence is also the least useful: Ask it to write something – a speech, a term paper or a corporate statement – and copy-paste whatever the chatbot kicks back into your document without much review. “You learn nothing,” said Tom Feeney, associate professor of philosophy in the College of…