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Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

DOGE Is Planning a Hackathon at the IRS. It Wants Easier Access to Taxpayer Data

A 'mega API' could expose sensitive IRS data, risking privacy through improper data access and potential misuse.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

DOGE Is Planning a Hackathon at the IRS. It Wants Easier Access to Taxpayer Data

A 'mega API' could expose sensitive IRS data, risking privacy through improper data access and potential misuse.
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fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago
European startups

Rivian starts a challenging year with a big slip in deliveries | TechCrunch

Rivian delivered 8,640 vehicles in Q1 2024, its worst quarterly performance since late 2022, but maintains a confident annual delivery outlook.
SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

Things to Know About the Federal Investigation Into California's Law on Students and Gender | KQED

School policies requiring parental notification of children's gender identity changes face legal challenges and ethical debates.
Opponents argue that parental rights are being violated by laws that prevent schools from disclosing students' gender identities.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Planning reforms offer a bright spot for Rachel Reeves but grey areas exist | Heather Stewart

Government's planning reforms could potentially boost economy by £3.4 billion, but success is uncertain and depends on implementation.
Long-term growth may increase by 0.4% with improved housing availability.
Reeves' announcement marks a rare positive note in an otherwise bleak economic forecast.
London startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

China is reportedly keeping DeepSeek under close watch | TechCrunch

China is imposing stricter regulations on AI startup DeepSeek amid concerns over trade secrets.
Cars
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Elon Musk Is Flagrantly Gutting an Agency in Charge of Regulating Tesla

Elon Musk's cuts to the NHTSA raise concerns about vehicle safety and regulatory oversight, particularly for Tesla's autonomous driving features.
Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

UK businesses facing 47-day payment delays, research reveals sectors worst-affected - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Late payments significantly hinder UK SMEs, costing them financially and in productivity.
Government initiatives are emerging to address and mitigate late payment challenges.
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Rethinking BEAD Technology Rules Raises Important Questions About Eligible Locations

Potential changes to BEAD program funding guidelines may shift focus from fiber to lower-cost broadband technologies.
Redefining 'reliable' broadband could influence eligibility for federal funding under the BEAD program.
New York City
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Exclusive | NYC's outdoor dining boom really is coming to an end - and owners blame new city rules: poll

Many NYC restaurants are opting out of outdoor dining due to high costs and a complicated application process.
fromSpokesman.com
11 months ago
Remote teams

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.
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