; (B) promote long-term advancements in computing technologies, including by fostering a unified and multidisciplinary approach encompassing research and development into— (i) next-generation algorithm design; (ii) next-generation compute capability; (iii) generative and adaptive artificial intelligence for design applications; (iv) photonics-based microprocessors, including electrophotonics; (v) the chemistry and physics of new materials; (vi) optical communication networks, including electrophotonics; and (vii) safety and controls for generative artificial intelligence applications for the intelligence community. (3) Any other activity the Director determines would promote the development of microelectronics research for future technologies, including optical communications or quantum technologies. (c) Collaboration and Partnerships In carrying out the program established under subsection (a), the Director of National Intelligence shall actively collaborate with relevant Government agencies, academic institutions, and private industry to leverage expertise and resources in conducting research. (d) Authorization of appropriations Amounts authorized to be appropriated for the National Intelligence Program of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence may be made available to award contracts and grants, and to enter into transactions other than contracts, to carry out the program established under subsection (a). (e) Reporting requirements The Director of the Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity shall provide to the congressional intelligence committees regular briefings on— (1) the progress, achievements, and outcomes of the program established under subsection (a); (2) the partnerships and collaborations conducted pursuant to subsection (c)