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SF politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 hours ago

State employees are the latest targets of prediction market insider trading bans

State government employees are banned from insider trading on prediction market platforms to prevent corruption and ensure public service integrity.
NYC politics
fromWIRED
21 hours ago

New York Bans Government Employees from Insider Trading on Prediction Markets

New York has banned state employees from using insider information for prediction market trading to prevent corruption.
SF politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 hours ago

State employees are the latest targets of prediction market insider trading bans

State government employees are banned from insider trading on prediction market platforms to prevent corruption and ensure public service integrity.
NYC politics
fromWIRED
21 hours ago

New York Bans Government Employees from Insider Trading on Prediction Markets

New York has banned state employees from using insider information for prediction market trading to prevent corruption.
fromNextgov.com
18 hours ago

'Faster and more disruptive' tech underscores need to revamp the Fed's operations, its governor says

"Artificial Intelligence is a coming storm that threatens to alter - and I believe, improve - all organizations. The pace of technological change today means that the Fed does not have the time to sit back and ruminate about changes for months and years on end."
Artificial intelligence
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
8 hours 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.
#prediction-markets
US Elections
fromFast Company
35 minutes ago

Prediction market Kalshi just hit these 3 congressional candidates with suspensions and fines

Three congressional candidates were fined and suspended for betting on their own elections on Kalshi, raising concerns about insider trading in prediction markets.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
16 hours 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
6 days 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
fromFast Company
35 minutes ago

Prediction market Kalshi just hit these 3 congressional candidates with suspensions and fines

Three congressional candidates were fined and suspended for betting on their own elections on Kalshi, raising concerns about insider trading in prediction markets.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
16 hours 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
6 days 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.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
5 hours ago

How the government is ramping up mass surveillance with AI-driven tech

Surveillance capitalism collects extensive personal data through various devices and technologies, often without user consent or effective opt-out options.
fromwww.amny.com
35 minutes ago

Police union sues NYPD watchdog over publishing allegations of officer misconduct | amNewYork

The Police Benevolent Association (PBA) stated that the CCRB's practice of publishing reports of unsubstantiated complaints against officers stigmatizes them and puts their safety at risk. PBA President Patrick Hendry emphasized that these baseless allegations can destroy a cop's career and life outside of work, yet the CCRB continues to make them public.
NYC politics
Washington DC
fromIntelligencer
3 hours ago

Washington Enters Its TMZ Era

TMZ's new D.C. bureau aims to expose lawmakers' actions during government shutdown, blending celebrity gossip with political reporting.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 day ago

Most Americans Are Worried About the Environment. Is Congress?

More Americans believe the environment is in poor condition and want increased government action to address environmental issues.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 day ago

Ethics in Business, James Murphy

The course examines capitalism's dual nature through critical perspectives, emphasizing innovation's role in both destruction and emancipation.
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

Cory Mills Defiant as He's Grilled Over Multiple Accusations

Rep. Cory Mills was pressed by reporters on why he hasn't resigned from Congress despite facing numerous allegations, including campaign finance violations and sexual misconduct. He stated that his situation is completely different from those who have resigned.
US politics
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
21 hours ago

Speaker Julie Menin says Council can back big priorities without blowing the budget | amNewYork

Menin defends higher pay for paraprofessionals and revised home care bill as fiscally responsible, emphasizing long-term savings over upfront costs.
Higher education
from48 hills
1 day ago

Lurie wants to undermine mandate for big institutions to tell neighborhoods what they are doing - 48 hills

San Francisco requires large institutions to file master plans for growth every ten years to ensure community accountability and planning.
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

How California's Kids Are Taking On Big Oil

At his home in Pasadena, high schooler Atticus Jackson frantically shoved his belongings into his car as the sky turned a deep orange. A few hundred feet away, the fire climbed up the mountain and a cloud of red and gray smoke obscured the view.
Fundraising
Non-profit organizations
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

OMB seeks details from agencies on their commercial buying, or lack thereof

Agencies must report non-commercial contract awards to comply with Trump's executive order prioritizing commercial acquisitions.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

We asked Canada's premiers if they fly private. Here's what they said | CBC News

Doug Ford reversed the decision to purchase a private jet, citing public disapproval and a perceived double standard among other premiers.
Marketing tech
fromAdExchanger
2 days ago

The Tech Lab's New Programmatic Governance Council Is So Over All The Ad Tech Drama | AdExchanger

IAB Tech Lab formed the Programmatic Governance Council to address transparency issues in the $200 billion programmatic ad market.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

Oakland police illegally keep information from those who request it, says attorney

Oakland's police department has failed to comply with a settlement agreement to improve transparency and respond to public records requests.
#data-centers
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
US politics
fromFuturism
4 days 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.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Want to Resist a Data Center? These Organizers Share How They Did It.

Local communities in the U.S. are resisting the construction of data centers due to environmental concerns and corporate influence.
US politics
fromFuturism
4 days 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.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

New Bill Seeks to Lower Out-of-Pocket Drug Costs - MedCity News

The Every Dollar Counts Act aims to apply out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs toward patients' deductibles, regardless of purchase method.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

The 'Weaponization Working Group' Makes Its First Move

The Weaponization Working Group's report claims prosecutorial abuse under Biden but reveals little evidence of actual weaponization against pro-life Americans.
Medicine
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

We Need to Prepare for the Mammoth Task of De-Trumpification

Rebuilding public health and science after Trump's presidency will require significant resources and a long-term commitment.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Who will shape the global agenda the left or far right?

Left-leaning leaders in Barcelona and far-right figures in Milan represent opposing political perspectives on democracy and regulation in Europe.
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
5 days ago

Time for government, business leaders to figure out AI cybersecurity regulation - Harvard Gazette

Agentic AI poses both opportunities for cybersecurity and risks to personal data, economy, and national security, necessitating regulation by leaders.
Right-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Former Biglaw Partner Warns There Are No 'Guardrails' Left Around Trump - And Someone Is Taking Advantage - Above the Law

Ty Cobb warns that without experienced advisors, Trump's decisions may be manipulated by bad actors, raising concerns about foreign influence on U.S. policy.
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Age verification mandates for the internet are technically flawed, threaten privacy, and may cause more harm than good, according to 438 researchers from 32 countries.
fromArs Technica
22 hours ago

New court ruling blocks many of the government's anti-renewable policies

Judge Casper stated that the suing organizations were unlikely to win their claims that the policy was arbitrary and capricious, as the justification provided was sufficient for a temporary injunction.
Environment
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Here's how to jump-start your company's responsible AI governance in 90 days

Anthropic's Claude Mythos AI model reveals critical vulnerabilities, emphasizing the urgent need for responsible AI governance to mitigate risks and societal impacts.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

With 3 resignations in a week, Congress faces scrutiny for how it handles misconduct

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned amid allegations of using disaster relief funds for her campaign and awaits trial for wire fraud and money laundering.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

That is False': Ace Reporter Hammers Senate Dem For Wrongly Using His Reporting At Hearing

Sen. Ruben Gallego misrepresented Trump's comments about Kevin Warsh's commitment to interest rate cuts during a confirmation hearing.
Media industry
fromwww.bloomberg.com
1 day ago

FTC Drops Ad Boycott Data Demands Made to Media Matters, Others

The FTC withdrew document demands from groups tracking online misinformation after settling antitrust claims against major advertisers.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NYC government has nearly 14,000 job vacancies. Is City Hall better off not filling them amid a budget crisis? | amNewYork

City Council and City Hall are addressing a $5.4 billion budget shortfall with creative solutions and proposed tax measures.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Trump's labor secretary resigns amid investigation into misconduct

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is leaving her post amid an internal investigation brought on by complaints about misconduct by the secretary while in office.
US news
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Antioch police launches Flock Camera Transparency Portal, allowing public to access data

Antioch Police Department utilizes Flock cameras to solve felony cases and enhance transparency through a new public portal.
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

OMB's examination of Mythos is 'not giving access to anything to agencies,' official says

OMB is not giving access to anything to agencies, according to a spokesperson, despite the administration's interest in the powerful Mythos AI model that identifies digital vulnerabilities.
Washington DC
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
4 days 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.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Ford government wants to skip public hearings on FOI rule change | CBC News

Ontario Premier Doug Ford's government plans to bypass public hearings for a budget bill that limits access to his cellphone records.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Improving maternal health; Expanding access for disabled Americans; and more

The Tech to Save Moms Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes through enhanced telehealth services and technology access for expecting mothers.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

House Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns amid ethics investigation

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns after ethics violations and a federal indictment for misusing disaster funds.
#supreme-court
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

A New Supreme Court Leak Shows John Roberts at His Worst

Chief Justice Roberts' lobbying against Obama's climate policy reveals partisan motivations behind the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Shadow Docket Memos Are Damning. So Naturally, The Right Is Talking About The Leak. - Above the Law

Leaked memos reveal how Chief Justice Roberts led the Supreme Court to create the shadow docket, highlighting internal dysfunction and predetermined outcomes.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

A New Supreme Court Leak Shows John Roberts at His Worst

Chief Justice Roberts' lobbying against Obama's climate policy reveals partisan motivations behind the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Shadow Docket Memos Are Damning. So Naturally, The Right Is Talking About The Leak. - Above the Law

Leaked memos reveal how Chief Justice Roberts led the Supreme Court to create the shadow docket, highlighting internal dysfunction and predetermined outcomes.
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Cops Are Doing It Wrong Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A state judge has ruled that every red-light ticket written to a cyclist under the state's vehicle and traffic law since 2019 is bogus. The city legalized the practice of biking through a red light on a pedestrian 'walk' signal, yet NYPD cops have been wrongly writing tickets for cyclists who go through the 'red' on the walk signal.
New York City
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Drowning Out the Noise

On the morning of the Unite the Right rally, I lumbered down the staircase of a Catskills Airbnb rented for a bachelor party to learn that only hours before, a gang of white nationalists stormed the University of Virginia campus wielding Tiki torches and chanting, 'Jews will not replace us.'
Left-wing politics
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Anthropic's new cybersecurity model could get it back in the government's good graces

Anthropic's relationship with the Trump administration has improved due to its new cybersecurity model, Claude Mythos Preview.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Mamdani's DOI pick wins Council approval after questions over independence | amNewYork

City Council approved Nadia Shihata as head of the Department of Investigation despite concerns over her independence from Mayor Mamdani.
#surveillance
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Senate passes 10-day FISA extension after House revolt sinks long-term deal

The Senate approved a 10-day extension of a key surveillance power, allowing more time for negotiations on reforms to the spying program.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

House Republicans blame White House for Hill FISA mess

House ultraconservatives blocked Trump's plan for an 18-month extension of warrantless surveillance without reforms, blaming the White House for delays.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

BREAKING: Florida Democrat Resigns From Congress Amid Corruption Investigation

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned after being found guilty of 25 ethics violations related to embezzling COVID relief funds.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

This Is Not a Real Hearing': Congressman Kicks Off Roundtable by Announcing Democrats Are Boycotting

Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee boycotted a roundtable, deeming it not a real hearing due to lack of rules and accountability.
Higher education
fromPoynter
3 days ago

As statehouse coverage shrinks, student journalists are stepping in to fill the void - Poynter

Student journalists at Franklin College cover the Indiana General Assembly, gaining real-world experience and filling gaps in legislative coverage.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump Admin Seeks Sweeping Access to Federal Workers' Health Records

The Trump administration seeks access to detailed medical records of federal workers and retirees, raising concerns about privacy and data security.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
5 days ago

Scoop: Bessent and Wiles met Anthropic's Amodei in sign of thaw

The White House meeting with Anthropic aimed to address AI technology challenges and explore collaboration opportunities.
#ethics-committee
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
SF politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of funneling COVID relief funds to her campaign, while Mills faces multiple allegations including financial misconduct.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
SF politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of funneling COVID relief funds to her campaign, while Mills faces multiple allegations including financial misconduct.
fromAllthingssmitty
3 weeks ago

You probably don't need to lift state - Matt Smith

Keep state as close as possible to where it's actually used. Lift it when multiple components need it or you need to coordinate behavior between components.
React
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day 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.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
6 days 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.
US politics
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
3 days ago

Trump's campaign to preempt state AI regulation faces resistance from states and Congress alike

The Trump administration is actively working to prevent state regulation of AI, while states are increasingly introducing their own legislation.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Body-Slamming the Department of Education

McMahon is familiar with organizations built around an increasingly unstable man who is a genius at spinning story lines that inflame the crowd and damage enemies and institutions but, if you think too hard about them, don't necessarily add up to a coherent narrative.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Sessions introduces bill to set up a new Treasury fraud watchdog

"During COVID, we learned that it is far too easy to commit fraud in federal programs. We also learned that once the money goes out the door to a fraudster, the vast majority is gone for good."
US politics
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
#fisa
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

House approves short-term extension of surveillance law in blow to Republicans' long-term plan US politics live

The House voted to extend Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance until April 30, despite bipartisan opposition to longer renewals.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

House extends surveillance powers for 10 days

The House voted to extend a controversial surveillance program, FISA 702, until April 30 amid ongoing debates about privacy and national security.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

Op-ed: Public safety and fairness are not expendable budget items - San Jose Spotlight

Budget cuts in Santa Clara County threaten the effectiveness of the District Attorney's and Public Defender's Offices, impacting public safety and legal representation.
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

What bets are lawmakers and staffers making on prediction markets? They're not required to tell us.

Federal officials must disclose stock trades, but prediction market trades lack similar transparency, raising concerns about insider trading.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Justice Department Is Lowering Its Ethical Guardrails - Above the Law

The Justice Department eliminated a policy classifying senior political appointees as 'further restricted' under the Hatch Act, removing safeguards requiring election law enforcers to maintain strict political neutrality.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Did Trump cuts slow access to public records? We found 26 cases that say yes.

Federal workforce reductions have severely impaired agencies' ability to comply with Freedom of Information Act requests, with at least 13 agencies citing staffing cuts as reasons for missing FOIA deadlines in court.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Accountability In An Age Of Unaccountability - Above the Law

Legal system turmoil: arrests, Epstein file fallout, judicial misconduct, and mounting ethical breaches requiring disbarment of dishonest administration lawyers.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Video: Opinion | The Government's A.I. Alignment Problem

AI alignment is fundamentally a political question about instantiating different moral philosophies into systems, and government pressure on AI companies signals potential suppression of diverse values.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Purge the Public Servants

In this new season, I'm asking how the Trump White House is rewriting the rules of U.S. politics, and talking to Americans whose lives have been changed as a result. Today's episode examines the destruction of the civil service: the removal of professionals, and their replacement with loyalists. I've seen this kind of transformation before, in other failing democracies. Everyone suffers from the degradation of public services.
US politics
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Documents Expose Ties Between Trump Officials and Industries They Help Regulate

Stephen Feinberg, now Deputy Secretary of Defense, maintains financial ties to Cerberus Capital Management, which owns companies awarded billions in Pentagon missile defense contracts he oversees.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Is There a Remedy for Presidential Profiteering?

Trump and his family leveraged the presidency for large profit, including a secret Emirati payment and an A.I. chip sale, raising emolument and secrecy concerns.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

White House Orders Federal Funding Probe Focused Almost Entirely on Dem States

The OMB is reviewing federal funding in predominantly Democratic-led states to identify alleged fraud and potentially limit federal aid.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

"The subpoenas are coming," bipartisan firm warns corporate America

Congressional Democrats will intensify oversight of large corporations, supplementing administration probes with piercing corporate investigations and targeting AI, healthcare, crypto, utilities, trade, and pricing.
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