Former army surveillance specialist warms there is a rise in corporate spying
Organizations face threats of espionage from both internal and external sources; firms should prioritize security measures and consider changing compromised systems like CCTV. [ more ]
Despite legislation dying during 2024 session, Idaho policy limits remote work for state employees
Idaho state government agencies are required to limit remote work to 20% of the workforce, promoting in-office collaboration while allowing flexibility for rural employees. [ more ]
International students will be allowed to work 24 hours a week starting in September | CBC News
International students in Canada will have a 24-hour per week off-campus work limit starting September to balance labor needs and study purposes. [ more ]
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FAFSA errors, corrections pile up as deadlines near
Up to 16% of FASFA forms have student errors, a drastic increase. Completing FASFA is crucial for accurate financial aid information for students. [ more ]
Government needs to regulate facial recognition tech, says National Academies
The US government lacks authoritative guidance, regulations, or laws to adequately address facial recognition technology.
The report recommends the development of technology standards and regulations to mitigate potential harms around equity, privacy, civil liberties, and surveillance. [ more ]
US coal power plants killed at least 460,000 people in past 20 years report
Coal-fired power plants have caused twice as many premature deaths as previously believed, killing at least 460,000 Americans in the past two decades.
Fine particulate matter (PM2.5) from coal plants is twice as deadly as PM2.5 from other sources, and previous studies underestimated the dangers of coal pollution.
Strong government regulations are necessary to reduce the health risks associated with coal pollution and implement cost-effective solutions like emissions controls and renewables. [ more ]