The Rise of Silicon Slopes: Utah’s Emerging Tech Ecosystem

by Miho Cuffee | May 13, 2026 | Insight

Utah is rapidly emerging as one of the United States’ most dynamic technology hubs, joining California and Texas in shaping the next generation of innovation ecosystems. Anchored by the growing “Silicon Slopes” corridor, the state is attracting startups, major...

Robots with a Heart: Avatar Robots Create Connections for the Homebound

by Miho Cuffee | May 13, 2026 | Insight

As AI and robotics continue to reshape society, Japan is exploring a distinctly human-centered approach to technology. Rather than replacing people, avatar robots are being used to foster connection, purpose, and inclusion for individuals who are homebound due to...

Utah GOED Commissioner Jefferson Moss on Building the Next Great U.S. Tech Hub

by Miho Cuffee | May 13, 2026 | News

Washington CORE recently sat down with Jefferson Moss, Commissioner of Utah’s Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED), to discuss the rapid rise of Utah’s “Silicon Slopes” innovation ecosystem. Drawing on his experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and...

Ory Laboratory Founder Ory Yoshifuji on Using Robotics to Combat Loneliness in Japan

by Miho Cuffee | May 13, 2026 | News

Washington CORE recently sat down with Ory Yoshifuji, Founder, CEO, and CVO of Ory Laboratory, to explore how avatar robotics can help address loneliness and social isolation in modern society. Best known for Tokyo’s Avatar Robot Café DAWN, Yoshifuji and his team have...

NSF’s Florida Semiconductor Engine: Why It Matters for U.S. Economic Security

by Miho Cuffee | Apr 10, 2026 | Insight

Amid rising geopolitical competition and growing concerns over technological sovereignty, the United States is pursuing a dual strategy to maintain its leadership in semiconductor innovation—combining protective measures such as export and investment controls with...