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Canada: Spying part of 'unacceptable culture'

The drone-spying incident in Canadian soccer indicates a broader cultural issue and lack of oversight within the organization.

Silicon Valley Takes Artificial General Intelligence SeriouslyWashington Must Too

The development of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is no longer a distant notion; it requires immediate oversight and intervention.

Homeless Shelter Execs Make Huge Salaries and Hire Family Members, DOI Report Finds

City-funded nonprofits face serious financial improprieties, prompting the Department of Homeless Services to take corrective action and terminate relationships with certain providers.
#public-trust

Delays in FPPC Investigations Can Leave Voters in the Dark about Campaign Finances

California's campaign oversight is slow, allowing violations to persist unnoticed, leading to potential corruption in public office.

Lords question legality of police facial recognition | Computer Weekly

UK police are expanding their use of live facial recognition technology without proper scrutiny or accountability.
There are no rigorous standards or systems of regulation in place to control forces' use of facial recognition technology.

Delays in FPPC Investigations Can Leave Voters in the Dark about Campaign Finances

California's campaign oversight is slow, allowing violations to persist unnoticed, leading to potential corruption in public office.

Lords question legality of police facial recognition | Computer Weekly

UK police are expanding their use of live facial recognition technology without proper scrutiny or accountability.
There are no rigorous standards or systems of regulation in place to control forces' use of facial recognition technology.
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LAPD rookie cops face hazing by shaved heads and other 'rites of passage,' report says

The LAPD's training culture for new recruits fosters hazing and fails to appropriately monitor training practices.
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Millions of student-loan borrowers' payments are being 'wildly' mismanaged by a major servicer - and it might be time to terminate its contract, over 50 Democratic lawmakers say

Democratic lawmakers are pushing for oversight of MOHELA due to concerns about its management of student loans and potential contract termination.

Education Department wants more data about distance ed

Education Department aims to increase oversight of online programs by collecting more data on distance education courses and student enrollment.

Millions of student-loan borrowers' payments are being 'wildly' mismanaged by a major servicer - and it might be time to terminate its contract, over 50 Democratic lawmakers say

Democratic lawmakers are pushing for oversight of MOHELA due to concerns about its management of student loans and potential contract termination.

Education Department wants more data about distance ed

Education Department aims to increase oversight of online programs by collecting more data on distance education courses and student enrollment.
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State court rules Austin must release files on police complaints. Here's what that means. - Austin Monitor

Austin police are required to release officer complaint records to the civilian-led Office of Police Oversight, affirming transparency in policing matters.
#school-construction-authority

Adams failed to appoint SCA trustee to oversee billions in school spending

NYC School Construction Authority spent billions without proper oversight due to a vacancy in its board of trustees.

Exclusive | Eric Adams fails to name third trustee to oversee billions of dollars in NYC school construction

Oversight is lacking in the NYC School Construction Authority, contravening legal requirements and exposing poor leadership.
The absence of a third trustee raises concerns over the legality of SCA operations.

Adams failed to appoint SCA trustee to oversee billions in school spending

NYC School Construction Authority spent billions without proper oversight due to a vacancy in its board of trustees.

Exclusive | Eric Adams fails to name third trustee to oversee billions of dollars in NYC school construction

Oversight is lacking in the NYC School Construction Authority, contravening legal requirements and exposing poor leadership.
The absence of a third trustee raises concerns over the legality of SCA operations.
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Whistle-Blower Groups Push to End Secret Seizure of Congressional Communications

The Justice Department's secret collection of congressional aides' communications threatens whistle-blower protections and Congress's oversight capabilities.

VA should offer more support for Veterans Crisis Line personnel, watchdog says

The Veterans Crisis Line needs to improve oversight of responders despite successfully implementing the 988 crisis hotline.

House Oversight Committee: Biden Committed Impeachable Offenses

The House Committee's report claims evidence of impeachable conduct by President Biden regarding financial improprieties involving his family and obstruction of justice.
#new-york-city

New York City Failed to Halt Major Overspending on Migrants, Audit Finds

The City of New York spent taxpayer funds on vacant hotel rooms for asylum seekers, highlighting a lack of oversight in a migrant-services contract.

Hotels in New York City Don't Need Licenses. Should They?

The need for better regulation and oversight of hotels to prevent criminal activity.

New York City Failed to Halt Major Overspending on Migrants, Audit Finds

The City of New York spent taxpayer funds on vacant hotel rooms for asylum seekers, highlighting a lack of oversight in a migrant-services contract.

Hotels in New York City Don't Need Licenses. Should They?

The need for better regulation and oversight of hotels to prevent criminal activity.
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#security-measures
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3 months ago

The Questions the Secret Service Director Did Not Answer

Lawmakers frustrated with Secret Service Director during House Committee hearing.
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3 months ago

Gunman Might Have Scoped Out Site Six Days Before Trump Rally

Federal investigators are examining if the assassin scoped out the area before attacking President Trump, raising questions about security measures and potential oversight.

The Questions the Secret Service Director Did Not Answer

Lawmakers frustrated with Secret Service Director during House Committee hearing.

Gunman Might Have Scoped Out Site Six Days Before Trump Rally

Federal investigators are examining if the assassin scoped out the area before attacking President Trump, raising questions about security measures and potential oversight.
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#legislation

Power struggle between Adams, NYC Council heats up with dueling meetings over mayoral picks, city charter changes

The New York City Council is proposing a bill to expand oversight of mayoral appointees, sparking a power struggle with Mayor Eric Adams.

NYC Council leaders want to drastically expand their oversight of top Adams appointments

City Council Speaker pushing for expanded oversight of mayoral appointments.

Power struggle between Adams, NYC Council heats up with dueling meetings over mayoral picks, city charter changes

The New York City Council is proposing a bill to expand oversight of mayoral appointees, sparking a power struggle with Mayor Eric Adams.

NYC Council leaders want to drastically expand their oversight of top Adams appointments

City Council Speaker pushing for expanded oversight of mayoral appointments.
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Gavin Newsom pushes homeless funding accountability, wants more low income housing in cities

Newsom emphasizes accountability in homelessness funding, plans to ensure effectiveness through oversight and potential legal actions.

Borenstein: $12.8 billion San Jose BART extension plan should be scrutinized. Here's how.

Elected officials are facing a decision on whether to evaluate or blindly proceed with the South Bay BART extension despite doubling costs and delays.
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority requires more funding for the project, potentially impacting other transportation initiatives.

Accreditors may have to set student achievement benchmarks

Accreditors may set student achievement benchmarks
Proposed changes could shift oversight of colleges
#city-council

NYC Council Speaker Adams sets up fight with mayor as she calls for more oversight of City Hall: 'Watch this'

City Council Speaker proposes boosting oversight of City Hall
City Council plans to conduct performance evaluations of city agencies

NYC Council member accuses Eric Adams aide of perjury ahead of City Hall oversight vote

A City Council vote passed an advice and consent bill, causing tensions with Mayor Eric Adams. Council Member accused a top aide of perjury.

NYC Council Speaker Adams sets up fight with mayor as she calls for more oversight of City Hall: 'Watch this'

City Council Speaker proposes boosting oversight of City Hall
City Council plans to conduct performance evaluations of city agencies

NYC Council member accuses Eric Adams aide of perjury ahead of City Hall oversight vote

A City Council vote passed an advice and consent bill, causing tensions with Mayor Eric Adams. Council Member accused a top aide of perjury.
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#cybersecurity

UnitedHealth faces growing calls for accountability over cyberattack

Horizontal and vertical mergers in major U.S. companies, like UnitedHealth, create cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Lack of oversight in healthcare cybersecurity contrasts with other sectors like banking.

Pentagon background-check systems at risk of hacking, GAO says

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has not fully addressed key tasks in the Risk Management Framework, leaving IT systems vulnerable.
DCSA failed to address several cyber-risk management steps and lacks proper oversight, raising the risks of data disclosure and alteration.

UnitedHealth faces growing calls for accountability over cyberattack

Horizontal and vertical mergers in major U.S. companies, like UnitedHealth, create cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
Lack of oversight in healthcare cybersecurity contrasts with other sectors like banking.

Pentagon background-check systems at risk of hacking, GAO says

The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) has not fully addressed key tasks in the Risk Management Framework, leaving IT systems vulnerable.
DCSA failed to address several cyber-risk management steps and lacks proper oversight, raising the risks of data disclosure and alteration.
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Post Office 'secrecy must end' says Labour

Faith in the government is at risk due to scandals
Issues with Post Office highlight need for oversight

Gov. Hochul has no excuse for resorting to shady budget tricks

Gov. Hochul's proposed budget excludes billions in state outlays from oversight, raising concerns about lack of transparency and accountability.
Comptroller DiNapoli raises alarms about Hochul's potential $3.3 billion 'pay-to-play pot of money' and restrictions on oversight, urging debt reform.

AG James Announces Reforms to NYPD's Policing of Protests

The NYPD agreed to reforms in protest policing with Attorney General Letitia James and civil liberties organizations.
Reforms include a four-tiered response system, oversight role creation, and improved treatment of press.

Air Canada ordered to pay customer who was misled by airline's chatbot

Air Canada ordered to pay compensation for misleading customer with chatbot
Case raises questions about oversight of chatbot tools
#risk-management

What Boards of Public Companies Can Learn from Private Equity

Public company boards are focused on oversight, while private equity boards are more hands-on.
Public company boards have become more diverse, focused on risk management, and attentive to environmental impacts.

Employees Say OpenAI and Google DeepMind Are Hiding Dangers from the Public

Warning about dangers of advanced AI due to lack of oversight and prioritization of financial gains by leading AI companies.

What Boards of Public Companies Can Learn from Private Equity

Public company boards are focused on oversight, while private equity boards are more hands-on.
Public company boards have become more diverse, focused on risk management, and attentive to environmental impacts.

Employees Say OpenAI and Google DeepMind Are Hiding Dangers from the Public

Warning about dangers of advanced AI due to lack of oversight and prioritization of financial gains by leading AI companies.
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After I-10 fire, Caltrans finds more hazards under freeways, recommends revamp of leases

Propane tanks, flammable liquids, faulty wiring, combustible material, and pallet stacks were found to pose hazards at Caltrans-leased properties under and next to freeways.
The findings raise questions about the oversight of Caltrans' airspace leasing program, which leases out properties under and around freeways across the state.

Audit Finds Fatal Lapses in Mental Health Program Meant to Curb Violence

New York State's mental health program, Kendra's Law, has been found to have poor oversight and bureaucratic delays, leading to preventable injuries and deaths.
The program sometimes took too long to connect people to psychiatric care, resulting in missed follow-up meetings and even arrests.
The audit found that the program was generally effective in connecting people with care, but improvements are needed to reduce delays and communication breakdowns.
#fraud

A Charter School In New Hampshire Is Closing After Allegations of Embezzlement and Fraud

A charter school in New Hampshire is closing down less than two years after opening due to allegations of embezzlement and fraud by former school officials.
The closure highlights the ongoing issues and controversies surrounding charter schools, which have been criticized for their lack of oversight and accountability.

Daywatch: Chefs make their 2024 food and drink trend predictions

The Chicago Public Schools Office of Inspector General urges CPS to adopt new training protocols for volunteers and vendors to address adult-on-student sexual misconduct.
The OIG recommends expanded oversight in response to investigations revealing lost technology devices and fraudulent requests for extra pay.

A Charter School In New Hampshire Is Closing After Allegations of Embezzlement and Fraud

A charter school in New Hampshire is closing down less than two years after opening due to allegations of embezzlement and fraud by former school officials.
The closure highlights the ongoing issues and controversies surrounding charter schools, which have been criticized for their lack of oversight and accountability.

Daywatch: Chefs make their 2024 food and drink trend predictions

The Chicago Public Schools Office of Inspector General urges CPS to adopt new training protocols for volunteers and vendors to address adult-on-student sexual misconduct.
The OIG recommends expanded oversight in response to investigations revealing lost technology devices and fraudulent requests for extra pay.
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#faa

'Cozy' relationship between Boeing and the U.S. draws scrutiny amid 737 Max 9 mess

The longstanding special relationship between the U.S. government and Boeing is coming under scrutiny after multiple safety incidents involving Boeing jets.
Federal regulators are grounding Boeing 737 Max 9 planes and reviewing Boeing's manufacturing and production lines after a panel blew off an Alaska Airlines jet in midair.

F.A.A. Administrator Says Previous Oversight of Boeing Was Too Hands-Off'

The FAA admitted failures in oversight of Boeing, now implementing more hands-on approach with in-person inspections and close monitoring of safety improvements.

'Cozy' relationship between Boeing and the U.S. draws scrutiny amid 737 Max 9 mess

The longstanding special relationship between the U.S. government and Boeing is coming under scrutiny after multiple safety incidents involving Boeing jets.
Federal regulators are grounding Boeing 737 Max 9 planes and reviewing Boeing's manufacturing and production lines after a panel blew off an Alaska Airlines jet in midair.

F.A.A. Administrator Says Previous Oversight of Boeing Was Too Hands-Off'

The FAA admitted failures in oversight of Boeing, now implementing more hands-on approach with in-person inspections and close monitoring of safety improvements.
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AI in war: Can advanced military technologies be tamed before it's too late?

Israeli intelligence officials assassinated Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh using a remote-operated machine gun.
Nations are rapidly developing advanced autonomous weapons with little oversight or restriction.
#home-schooling

Editorial Roundup: United States

Home schooling in the US has seen a significant increase in popularity, with an estimated 1.9 to 2.7 million children currently being home-schooled.
Some parents are choosing home schooling due to concerns about politics in education, safety from shootings, and the comfort of their children in traditional classrooms.

Editorial Roundup: United States

The number of home-schooled children in the US has increased by as much as 51% over the past six academic years.
Home schooling is becoming more popular across geography and demography due to concerns about politics in education, safety, and individualized learning.

Editorial Roundup: United States

Home schooling in the US has seen a significant increase in popularity, with an estimated 1.9 to 2.7 million children currently being home-schooled.
Some parents are choosing home schooling due to concerns about politics in education, safety from shootings, and the comfort of their children in traditional classrooms.

Editorial Roundup: United States

The number of home-schooled children in the US has increased by as much as 51% over the past six academic years.
Home schooling is becoming more popular across geography and demography due to concerns about politics in education, safety, and individualized learning.
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Chicago Public Schools told to add more training for vendors, address sexual and financial misconduct in annual report from Office of Inspector General

CPS urged to adopt new training protocols for volunteers and vendors to address adult-on-student sexual misconduct.
OIG recommended expanded oversight due to loss of technology devices and fraudulent pay requests.

Opinion | Home schooling is surging. States have to step up their oversight.

Home schooling has seen a significant increase in the past six academic years, attracting parents for various reasons including political concerns, safety, and individualized education.
Some states are providing funding for home-schooling through vouchers, but there is a lack of oversight and regulation in many states.

Generative AI is repeating all of Web 2.0's mistakes

The year 2023 saw a rise in government intervention and oversight concerning generative AI technology.
Generative AI companies are facing familiar problems that have plagued social media platforms for years.

House lawmakers press for transparency in NIST's new AI grant funding

House lawmakers are concerned about the funding and oversight of the Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute within the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Lawmakers are worried about the potential lack of transparency and adherence to scientific best practices by external organizations funded by the AISI.

Congress Approves Sweeping New Protections for J.R.O.T.C. Cadets

New legislation approved by Congress will provide more oversight for the U.S. military's leadership and civic values training program in high schools.
The program, known as J.R.O.T.C., has faced complaints of sexual abuse by instructors and instances of mandatory enrollment in some schools.

MPs and peers rebuke Sunak over lack of national security oversight

The parliamentary intelligence watchdog accuses Rishi Sunak of hiding national security matters from oversight
The Intelligence and Security Committee (ISC) has not met with a prime minister since 2014

Amy Zegart: Integrating AI in the Realm of National Security

AI has the potential to improve and economize the work of intelligence agencies
Proper deployment of AI is important to harness its benefits
#transparency
from Nextgov.com
11 months ago

Nevada Dem renews push for data privacy standards

Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto reintroduced three bills aimed at adding oversight and transparency to private sector data collection.
The bills address information security standards, data collection practices, software distribution, and privacy-enhancing technologies.
Cortez Masto emphasizes the need for stronger privacy laws to protect consumers' personal information.
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5 months ago

Report: University of California lacks online-course transparency

The University of California system requires more oversight and transparency in their partnerships with online program management firms.

Nevada Dem renews push for data privacy standards

Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto reintroduced three bills aimed at adding oversight and transparency to private sector data collection.
The bills address information security standards, data collection practices, software distribution, and privacy-enhancing technologies.
Cortez Masto emphasizes the need for stronger privacy laws to protect consumers' personal information.

Report: University of California lacks online-course transparency

The University of California system requires more oversight and transparency in their partnerships with online program management firms.
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Pressure grows on Premier League to crack down on club spending breaches

Chelsea may face points deduction if found guilty of breaching spending rules.
Premier League under pressure to crack down on clubs after investigation uncovers secret payments.
Politicians and rival club executive call for tougher oversight of football clubs.

Ontario's patient ombudsman received record number of complaints in 2022-23 | CBC News

Ontario's health-system watchdog received a record number of complaints last year, with a 33% increase compared to the previous year.
Many of the complaints received were about primary care, which is not within the ombudsman's jurisdiction.
The report highlights the need for better oversight and access to primary care services.

Wounded pigs and dehydrated ducks: Questions arise about how the Agriculture Department treats its animals

The USDA is facing criticism for mistreatment of animals in its labs.
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