#digital-voting

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Psychology
fromPsychology Today
9 hours ago

How to Build a More Participatory Democracy With Psychology

Voter turnout is influenced by motivation, ability, and the difficulty of voting, with systemic barriers disproportionately affecting marginalized groups.
#elections
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Joy and desire for change as Gaza's Deir el-Balah holds elections

Residents of Deir el-Balah voted for the first time since 2006, marking a significant moment for democratic participation despite ongoing challenges.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 hours ago

Joy and desire for change as Gaza's Deir el-Balah holds elections

Residents of Deir el-Balah voted for the first time since 2006, marking a significant moment for democratic participation despite ongoing challenges.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
13 hours ago

Tories' political domination in Sussex set for its biggest test in decades

The Independent provides crucial reporting on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Inside the Green Party's top target in London as Labour faces election wipeout

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
13 hours ago

Tories' political domination in Sussex set for its biggest test in decades

The Independent provides crucial reporting on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Inside the Green Party's top target in London as Labour faces election wipeout

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

How to register to vote in local elections with deadline hours away

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of voter registration for upcoming elections.
#democracy
Philosophy
fromMindful
1 day ago

Democracy Does Not Work Without Mindfulness

True democracy requires mindfulness and collaboration beyond political campaigns and divisions.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
20 hours ago

Palestinians vote in municipal elections in Gaza, West Bank

Municipal elections are being held in the West Bank and Gaza, marking the first vote since the war in Gaza began.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
17 hours ago

There's Something Different About This Version of the Democratic Party

Democrats achieved a significant victory in Virginia's redistricting referendum, potentially gaining four new House seats and shifting the political balance.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
19 hours ago

What you need to know as Southwark heads into local elections

Labour remains dominant in London councils, but upcoming elections may lead to significant changes in control across boroughs.
#california
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Voter ID is headed for California's November ballot

California ballot measure requires photo ID for in-person voting and a PIN for mail-in ballots, verifying U.S. citizenship of registered voters.
US Elections
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Voter ID measure qualifies for California's November ballot

California will vote on a proposal requiring proof of citizenship and voter ID at polling places in November.
US Elections
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Voter ID is headed for California's November ballot

California ballot measure requires photo ID for in-person voting and a PIN for mail-in ballots, verifying U.S. citizenship of registered voters.
US Elections
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Voter ID measure qualifies for California's November ballot

California will vote on a proposal requiring proof of citizenship and voter ID at polling places in November.
US Elections
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
#data-privacy
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
5 days ago

I tried to wipe my digital footprint without paying for a data removal service - 5 free ways

Most sensitive information online is legally collected and aggregated by brokers, but removal is possible with effort and available tools.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
5 days ago

I tried to wipe my digital footprint without paying for a data removal service - 5 free ways

Most sensitive information online is legally collected and aggregated by brokers, but removal is possible with effort and available tools.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Government adoption of AI agents could outpace the private sector

Agentic AI adoption in government is a leadership mandate, with 82% already using it and 71% planning to increase usage by 2026-2027.
#social-media
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago
Digital life

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Many social media users prefer to observe rather than participate, valuing privacy and learning over broadcasting their thoughts.
Digital life
fromSilicon Canals
2 days ago

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Many social media users prefer to observe rather than participate, valuing privacy and learning over broadcasting their thoughts.
Information security
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

Sonic Builds Quantum-Ready Blockchain With Simpler Architecture

Sonic redesigns proof-of-stake to enhance quantum resilience, shifting from elliptic curve to hash-based schemes for improved security.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Village Voice
2 days ago

Which VPN makes sense for crypto traders in 2026? - The Village Voice

Crypto traders must choose VPNs based on technical fundamentals like protocol choices, logging policies, and security features to protect their activities.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 days ago

4 tips for remote workers to safeguard data and privacy

Remote work in public spaces offers convenience but poses privacy and security risks that require precautions.
#ai
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

AI Can Autonomously Hack Cloud Systems With Minimal Oversight: Researchers

AI systems can autonomously hack cloud environments, demonstrating advanced capabilities in executing sophisticated attacks without specific instructions.
Information security
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

From Scripts to Swarms: Why AI Is Breaking Traditional Sybil Defenses

AI agents will centralize identity management, enhancing security against Sybil attacks through advanced automation and dynamic behavior.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

AI Can Autonomously Hack Cloud Systems With Minimal Oversight: Researchers

AI systems can autonomously hack cloud environments, demonstrating advanced capabilities in executing sophisticated attacks without specific instructions.
Information security
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 days ago

From Scripts to Swarms: Why AI Is Breaking Traditional Sybil Defenses

AI agents will centralize identity management, enhancing security against Sybil attacks through advanced automation and dynamic behavior.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
NYC parents
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Hakeem Jeffries Faces Biting Question From Literal Child During Presser: Why Do Voters View Democrats So Badly?'

Democrats face voter frustration due to economic struggles and dissatisfaction with political institutions.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Once accused of election fraud, former small-town mayor leaves court to applause

Joe Ceballos pleaded guilty to three misdemeanor charges related to election conduct, avoiding jail time and receiving a fine and probation.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Incumbent Queens Assembly member heads to court as signature fraud allegations mount in primary fight | amNewYork

A court challenge alleges forged signatures in Jenifer Rajkumar's ballot petition for the Democratic primary in Queens.
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Indiana's got a voting problem. News outlets can only do so much to fix it - Poynter

The role of our local and state government in voter education has been limited, with only a basic guide available on the state's website and minimal outreach efforts.
Media industry
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Florida Democrats Condemn Corruption' After Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned after being indicted for embezzling COVID-19 funds, facing serious legal charges and potential prison time.
Mental health
fromSmashing Magazine
6 days ago

Session Timeouts: The Overlooked Accessibility Barrier In Authentication Design - Smashing Magazine

Poor session timeouts create significant accessibility barriers for users with disabilities, impacting their online experiences and tasks.
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Democrats Warned Not to Upset Multi-Million Dollar AI Lobbyists, Even Though It'd Be a Slam Dunk With Voters

The Democratic party's strategy to appeal to conservative voters failed, leading to criticism of prioritizing donors over constituents.
#gaza
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
18 hours ago

Polls open in Gaza area in first municipal election in 20 years

Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank are voting in municipal elections, the first since the onset of the war on Gaza.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Solutions, not slogans': Gaza holds first election in 21 years

Residents of Gaza seek practical solutions in upcoming municipal elections after years of political stagnation and war devastation.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
18 hours ago

Polls open in Gaza area in first municipal election in 20 years

Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank are voting in municipal elections, the first since the onset of the war on Gaza.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Solutions, not slogans': Gaza holds first election in 21 years

Residents of Gaza seek practical solutions in upcoming municipal elections after years of political stagnation and war devastation.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
20 hours ago

Elections without sovereignty: What Palestine's local vote really represent

Elections in Palestine reflect limited political participation under occupation, highlighting the constraints on governance and the impact of Israeli control.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
DevOps
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

Democratized Software, Democratized Risk: Who's Accountable When Everyone Codes?

AI-driven coding tools enable non-technical teams to create software, but they introduce vulnerabilities and require clear ownership and governance.
#west-bengal
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
4 days ago

Indiana's Ban on Using Student IDs for Voting Is Back

Indiana attorney general Todd Rokita stated that the decision marks a 'BIG WIN for Election Integrity.' He emphasized that this commonsense protection is needed to close loopholes and prevent potential fraud by out-of-state or ineligible voters.
Higher education
Digital life
fromFast Company
5 days ago

The carbon cost of our clicks

The digital ecosystem significantly contributes to carbon emissions, with each user generating 229 kilograms of CO2 annually.
Cryptocurrency
fromForbes
6 days ago

Can Crypto Finally Solve The "Paying For The Internet" Problem?

The traditional ad-based model is being challenged as creators and users seek fairer value distribution in digital platforms.
#data-centers
US politics
fromFuturism
1 week ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

Residents in Festus, Missouri ousted half their city council after approving a $6 billion data center against public will.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 week ago

City Council Wrecked in Voter Bloodbath After Allowing New Data Center

Residents in Festus, Missouri ousted half their city council after approving a $6 billion data center against public will.
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

When Your Digital Life Vanishes

A broken phone or corrupted drive can mean the loss of work, evidence, art, or the last traces of the dead. But sometimes data-recovery experts can summon lost files from the void.
Digital life
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 year ago

He'll never vote Republican again after state leaders bragged about tricking voters - LGBTQ Nation

An Ohio man vows to stop voting Republican after the party's manipulation of a ballot measure aimed at curbing gerrymandering.
#prediction-markets
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
World politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

Experts call for tighter controls on prediction markets: They pose underappreciated threats to democratic integrity'

Prediction markets raise ethical concerns and potential manipulation risks, prompting calls for stricter regulation to protect democratic integrity.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Major Prediction Market Reveals US Politicians Were Caught Betting on Their Own Elections

Three U.S. congressional candidates were caught trading on their own elections, violating Kalshi exchange rules.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

London Labour activists charged amid alleged vote rigging claims

Four Labour activists face charges for allegedly manipulating a party database during candidate selection.
SF politics
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Politicians Are Spending More Money on Security as They Increasingly Become Targets

Federal campaign spending on security for the 2024 election cycle exceeds five times that of the 2016 election due to rising threats against public servants.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Don't debate digital ID, trial it - the Isle of Wight could settle the argument | Computer Weekly

Digital identity can modernize public services, but requires real-world testing to avoid past failures and ensure effectiveness.
Non-profit organizations
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

The war against fraud should be a war for tech modernization

A new task force aims to combat fraud in public benefits programs by ensuring adequate anti-fraud controls and addressing data sharing challenges.
#local-elections
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

After being doorstepped by a Green canvasser, I know what voters must do to keep out Reform | Zoe Williams

Local elections show a shift in voter sentiment, with potential gains for Reform and challenges for Labour and Tories.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

After being doorstepped by a Green canvasser, I know what voters must do to keep out Reform | Zoe Williams

Local elections show a shift in voter sentiment, with potential gains for Reform and challenges for Labour and Tories.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
US Elections
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

India news: Tamil Nadu, West Bengal cast votes

Polling in Tamil Nadu sees 57.3 million voters deciding the fate of 4,023 candidates in the assembly elections.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Prediction site Kalshi fines three US candidates who bet on own elections

Mark Moran, a Senate candidate, faced penalties for betting on his own electoral prospects on a prediction market platform.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
1 week ago

GOP campaigns go all-in on AI, Dems not so much

Republicans are rapidly adopting AI tools for voter engagement, while Democrats remain cautious due to privacy concerns and skepticism about the technology.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

How to Find Affordable Election Services for Unions

Union elections require careful selection of service providers to ensure reliability, security, and member participation while managing budgets and compliance.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Foolish Pollsters Are Now Just Asking AI What Voters Would Say in Response to Questions and Publishing It at Face Value

Axios mistakenly cited AI-generated polling data as human responses, highlighting risks of using simulations in opinion polling.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

The Justice Department plans to share sensitive voter data with Homeland Security

The DOJ plans to share voter registration data with DHS for citizenship verification, raising concerns about potential voter disenfranchisement.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

At L.A. 'shadow hearing' on elections, House Democrats join experts to defend voting systems

House Democrats express confidence in voting systems, rejecting Trump administration's fraud claims and opposing voter ID laws that could disenfranchise millions.
Privacy technologies
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

New methods for assuring digital identity and authenticity

Generative AI is transforming content creation, increasing the need for reliable identity verification and authenticity in digital media.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Americans are split on wanting the National Guard to monitor voting, a new poll finds

46% of Americans support National Guard presence at polling places during midterm elections, with Republicans showing stronger support, though federal deployment would be illegal.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Hackers: Democracy's last line of cyber defense

The hacker mindset—analytical curiosity combined with systemic thinking—can defend democracy by creating decentralized communication tools that resist censorship and empower oppressed communities.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: California can have both easy voting and quicker election results. Here's how.

California's prolonged election ballot counting process, while promoting voter participation, has led to unfounded claims of fraud and diminished trust in democracy.
World politics
fromPrivacy International
2 months ago

Election observers adopt Principles and Guidance for Observing Personal Data Use in Elections

International election observation must monitor and regulate personal data and data-intensive technologies across the election cycle to protect electoral integrity and voter privacy.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

How to Be a Citizen in the Information War (And Stay Sane)

Charlie Warzel opens with what it means to live in 2026, when our phones can drop us into graphic, real-time violence without warning-and when documenting that violence can be both traumatizing and politically consequential. Using recent footage out of Minneapolis as a lens, he explores the uneasy collision of algorithmic feeds, misinformation, and the moral weight of witnessing. Charlie also traces how viral documentation can puncture official narratives, pushing stories beyond political circles and even into "apolitical" corners of the internet.
Digital life
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

What's Behind the GOP's Push to Demand Proof of Citizenship to Vote

The SAVE America Act requires proof of U.S. citizenship to vote, addresses a minimal problem, risks disenfranchising eligible voters, and aims to benefit Republicans politically.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

AI's populist moment

State-level Democrats and Republicans are adopting anti-Big Tech, anti-data-center stances to challenge tech influence and subsidies amid AI expansion.
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Gabbard's expanded role in election security draws scrutiny

The concerns follow a series of election-related actions by Gabbard, including her recent appearance during an FBI raid of a Fulton County, Georgia elections office that was at the center of President Donald Trump's false claims of election fraud in 2020. Her team seized voting machines in Puerto Rico last year, per Reuters reporting, and has since said the systems contain cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
US politics
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