🍾 Booze-free fun in Pittsburgh

State Government Will Use AI

Pennsylvania plans to use artificial intelligence for “creating or editing copies, updating outdated language, and drafting job descriptions.” Shapiro’s administration says this is a “first in the nation” partnership with Open AI, an enterprise version of ChatGPT limited to the Office of Administration. In September, Pennsylvania created a generative AI governing board. [90.5 WESA / Associated Press]

• ➡️ What does it mean to call something “intelligent” anyway? A CMU professor explains! [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]
• 💻 More AI news: Duolingo laid off about 10% of its contractors. They'll be using AI to streamline content and translations. [Washington Post]

PA Radio Giant Files for Bankruptcy

After failing to pay off nearly $2 billion in debt, the Philadelphia-based radio broadcast company Audacy filed for bankruptcy. Audacy operates more than 200 shows nationwide, including Pittsburgh stations like KDKA Radio, The Fan, and WAMO. The company plans to transition ownership to its lenders, so listeners shouldn’t notice immediate changes. [WHYY]

Downtown To Get a Black Biz Incubator

The Greenwood Plan is turning the Pitt Building into an incubator for Black-owned businesses as well as a coworking and community space. The 100-year-old building at the corner of Smithfield Street and Boulevard of the Allies has a coffee shop, fine-dining area, and more spaces to be renovated. [Pittsburgh City Paper]

How to Have a Great Dry January in Pittsburgh

The Open Road in Allentown is the oldest NA specialty retailer in the nation, lined with zero-proof spirits, botanical and CBD seltzers, and even dry versions of your favorite classics. We visited the shop to talk to owner Mel Babitz about how this booze-free business is growing, the toughest alcoholic drinks to recreate, and how to pick your perfect beverage.