by Folake Amoda | 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...
by Folake Amoda | 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...
by Folake Amoda | Apr 10, 2026 | News
Washington CORE recently sat down with Dr. Jeffrey Alexander, Director of Innovation Policy at RTI International, to explore how the United States is strengthening its semiconductor leadership amid intensifying global competition. Drawing on his team’s evaluation of...
by Folake Amoda | Apr 8, 2026 | News
Washington CORE recently sat down with Professor Fumihiko Nakamura of the Open University of Japan, a leading expert in public transportation policy, to explore the contrasting realities shaping Japan’s mobility landscape. The discussion highlighted Tokyo’s...
by Folake Amoda | Apr 8, 2026 | Insight
Japan’s public transportation system reflects a striking dichotomy between urban excellence and rural decline. In Tokyo, one of the world’s most advanced rail networks moves millions of passengers daily with unmatched speed, precision, and coordination. In contrast,...
