Utah Quantum Push: Gov. Spencer Cox signed an executive order creating a Quantum Coordination Council to coordinate research, funding, workforce development, and commercialization for quantum tech. Traffic Tech in Utah: Ouster is expanding its BlueCity lidar deployment with Econolite, adding REV8 at up to 500 feet across another 160 Utah intersections, bringing the contracted footprint close to 300. Geology for Water Security: The Utah Geological Survey and the Navajo Nation published a first-of-its-kind geologic map for the Olijeto quadrangle to help manage groundwater and guide future infrastructure. Hydrogen Speed Record at Bonneville: JCB Hydromax set a provisional FIA world land speed record of 406.320 mph (653.909 km/h) on Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats. Energy Reliability Reality Check: A new look at “always-on” power deals highlights hidden costs behind firm power contracts—especially relevant as geothermal and data-center demand grow. Rural Health + AI Skepticism: States are preparing to spend rural health AI funds, but reporting notes the peer-reviewed track record for improved outcomes is thin. Wildfire Readiness: Utah’s fire season remains intense with hundreds of fires and hundreds of thousands of acres burned, keeping evacuation and home hardening top of mind.