Christopher Munoz, Author at Syracuse University Today

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Anthropic-Pentagon Dispute Reveals Limits of AI Self-Regulation, Expert Says

Hamid Ekbia, director of Syracuse University's Autonomous Systems Policy Institute, examines the political and economic forces behind the Anthropic-Pentagon standoff and what it means for

March 13, 2026 | For the Media

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Netflix-Warner Bros. Deal: A Fight for Narrative Power, Not Just Scale

Newhouse School assistant professor J. Christopher Hamilton says the deal represents an "aftershock" of media consolidation that began decades ago and may prevent a more

Dec. 9, 2025 | For the Media

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Supreme Court Case Could Reshape Internet Service Provider Responsibilities

The Supreme Court is weighing a copyright case that could determine how much internet service providers must do to police copyright infringement on their networks.

Dec. 4, 2025 | For the Media

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Expert: Government Shutdown Compounds Risks in Strained Air Traffic Control System

As the ongoing government shutdown forces air traffic controllers to work without pay while managing understaffed operations, Syracuse University aviation safety expert Kivanc Avrenli says

Nov. 6, 2025 | For the Media

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California’s AI Transparency Law ‘Best We Could Hope For’ in Current Climate

California Governor Gavin Newsom’s signing of SB 53 into law represents a significant but imperfect step toward AI industry transparency, according to Hamid Ekbia, director

Oct. 1, 2025 | For the Media

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You’re Not Alone: What to Do When Homesickness Hits

Experts share practical strategies and campus resources to help students manage homesickness and adjust to college life.

Sept. 23, 2025 | Campus & Community

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‘Perception May Matter as Much as Reality’: Syracuse Professor on Paramount-Skydance Merger’s Cultural Impact

The merger of Paramount and Skydance created a major new player in Hollywood, and the new combined company is already making a splash with its

Aug. 12, 2025 | For the Media

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From Policy to Practice: How AI is Shaping the Future of Education

President Trump recently signed an executive order focusing on educational opportunities surrounding artificial intelligence. Among other things, it establishes a task force to promote AI-related

May 8, 2025 | For the Media

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Dire Wolves Resurrected? Bioethics Expert Questions the Reality of “De-Extinction” Amid Genetic Engineering Milestone

It’s a headline sure to grab a reader’s attention – after thousands of years of extinction, a biotechnology company claims it has brought back the

April 9, 2025 | For the Media

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AI Policy Expert Discusses Changing Regulatory Landscape

The landscape of AI regulation in the United States is undergoing significant changes, with President Donald Trump announcing a major new infrastructure investment and rescinding

Jan. 23, 2025 | For the Media

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Unpacking the Significance of Google’s Quantum Chip Breakthrough

The introduction of Google’s new quantum computing chip, Willow, has sparked excitement both for its performance milestones and the ways it might help advance the

Dec. 17, 2024 | For the Media

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Hitting the High Notes: Navy Band Northeast Performance Highlights Navy Week Festivities

When you think of military music, you may imagine the sounds of a rousing march. But as Navy Week sailed into Syracuse, the Navy Band

Sept. 10, 2024 | Veterans & Military-Connected Individuals

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Utah’s New Law Banning Books Ignites Censorship Debate

More than a dozen books are now banned from all public schools in Utah under a new state law. It’s the latest in what is

Aug. 21, 2024 | For the Media

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Navigating the Intersection of AI and Academic Integrity: Education Expert Weighs In

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence presents a number of challenges for educators. A recent report from the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) looks

April 11, 2024 | For the Media

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Spring Break Jitters? How to Help Kids Feel Safe After Travel Disasters

Families across the nation are heading out for spring break and planning summer getaways, but recent headlines about transportation-related disasters may have children feeling a

March 28, 2024 | For the Media

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Experts Say Data Privacy Executive Order Is Important for National Security

President Joe Biden recently signed an executive order that aims to protect personal data. It allows federal agencies to regulate the transfer of data to

March 7, 2024 | For the Media

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From Controversy to Classroom: Expert Offers Insight on the Revised AP African American Studies Framework

Following a heated political debate and a round of revisions, the College Board has released a new framework for its Advanced Placement African American Studies

Dec. 21, 2023 | For the Media

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Streaming Wars: Expert Believes Bundle Discussions Could Lead to Acquisitions

When streaming first hit the scene, it promised an alternative to the pricey cable bundle. But with the number of services ballooning and prices rising,

Dec. 6, 2023 | For the Media

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