Panel Warns Black and Latino Communities Risk Falling Behind in AI Era

WASHINGTON, March 26, 2026 – Black and Latino communities risk falling further behind as artificial intelligence becomes more embedded in everyday life – a warning that persistent gaps in broadband access and digital literacy are limiting who can benefit from AI innovations.

The discussion took place Wednesday during the 2026 Tech & Telecom Policy Outlook, hosted at CTIA headquarters in Washington by HTTP (Hispanic Tech and Telecommunications Partnership), LGBT Tech, MMTC, and OCA-APA Advocates.

Advocates, policy experts, and industry representatives discussed the year’s key telecom issues, including AI and data center development, spectrum policy, broadband affordability, and media consolidation.

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