#regulatory-oversight

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fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago

PG&E killed support in Oakland for utility accountability law, councilmember says

Senate Bill 332 aims to impose stricter audits on PG&E and other for-profit utilities, tying executive compensation to safety performance and exploring public ownership alternatives.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Abolishing Ofwat is fine but not enough: teach water bosses that failure has consequences | Gaby Hinsliff

Thames Water faces criticism for environmental failures while customers endure rising bills.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

New independent watchdog signed into law in watershed moment for English football

An independent football regulator has been established in the UK, enhancing fan involvement in club governance.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Congress Passes GENIUS Act in Major Win for US Crypto Industry

Stablecoin proliferation could strengthen and destabilize the financial system simultaneously, prompting a need for regulatory oversight.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

Regulators granted exemptions for Camp Mystic, allowing construction in a flood-prone area, leading to a tragic loss during severe flooding.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

I'm About to Be a Whistleblower at My Job. I'm Worried It'll Put a Major Target on My Back.

Mediocre bedside care at a renowned hospital highlights a crisis in staffing and accountability.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Boeing didn't train factory staff well enough in the lead up to the Alaska Airlines 737 Max blowout, NTSB says

Boeing's inadequate training and oversight contributed to the door plug incident on Alaska Airlines Flight 1282.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Creator Caucus launches in Congress with support from Patreon, YouTube | TechCrunch

Bipartisan support for the creator economy is growing, with a focus on providing necessary resources and protections for creators.
Privacy technologies
fromSiliconANGLE
1 month ago

Google will invest $500M in compliance program to settle shareholder lawsuit - SiliconANGLE

Google is overhauling its regulatory compliance program to settle a shareholder lawsuit and address antitrust allegations.
The proposed compliance changes will restructure how regulatory practices are managed within the company.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

DSIT tells Ofcom to prepare to expand regulatory remit to include datacentres | Computer Weekly

Ofcom is set to expand its role to enhance cybersecurity for datacentres as part of the UK's Cyber Security and Resilience Bill.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: Four months into insurance claim delays and disputes, a new blow to fire victims: A rate hike

Insurance struggles persist for fire victims in California, with claims being delayed and dismissed despite urgent needs for assistance.
#thames-water
more#thames-water
US politics
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Trump illegally fires Democrats on Consumer Product Safety Commission

Trump's removal of CPSC appointees challenges Supreme Court precedent and raises concerns over regulatory independence.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

FDA will step up impromptu inspections at foreign food, medical production plants

FDA expands unannounced inspections at foreign facilities for equal regulatory oversight.
Aimed at matching scrutiny levels for foreign and domestic manufacturers.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Staying the course on compliance: Why lenders can't afford to let their guard down

Lenders should maintain strong compliance regardless of regulatory changes to avoid long-term consequences.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

DOGE has arrived at the FTC

It's unclear what DOGE will target now that it is under the hood of the FTC. The agency has access to a vast trove of nonpublic information on businesses it investigates.
Marketing tech
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Boeing CEO defends safety efforts at Senate hearing after 'serious missteps': 'Pressuring team to do it right'

Boeing is prioritizing safety over production speed following a mid-air emergency with the 737 MAX 9.
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

A shady, shuttered tech bootcamp may be sneaking back online

The dismantling of the CFPB allows misleading companies like Prehired to rebrand and mislead students again.
Cryptocurrency
fromcointelegraph.com
4 months ago

What to expect at Paul Atkins' SEC confirmation hearing

The SEC's approach to cryptocurrency under Trump is perceived as favoring the industry, with significant implications for regulatory oversight.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Whistleblowers at nuclear sites may face bullying and threats, MPs warn

The treatment of individuals raising concerns about nuclear site safety reflects a broader issue of workplace bullying, which threatens both safety and accountability.
UK news
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Tesla crash victims' families worried about Musk's influence over investigations

Families of victims urge U.S. transportation to maintain reporting rules for crashes involving autonomous vehicles amid concerns over Tesla's influence.
Cryptocurrency
fromEntrepreneur
4 months ago

Why Crypto Needs to Embrace Philanthropy for Mainstream Acceptance | Entrepreneur

Philanthropy can help improve the public image of cryptocurrency, addressing its controversies and fostering greater acceptance.
UK news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Judge slams children's care home's 'criminality' in using 'altered' garda vetting and fake background checks of staff

Ideal Care Services faced severe legal consequences for using altered background checks for staff, highlighting a breach of trust in child care.
US news
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago

Killing a Nuclear Watchdog's Independence Threatens Disaster

The Trump executive order threatens nuclear safety by bringing regulatory control under presidential supervision.
Historical precedents warn against politicizing nuclear safety.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
5 months ago

DOGE isn't Silicon Valley innovation-it's just a sloppy rebrand of free-market dogma

Elon Musk's transparency claims regarding Government Efficiency via DOGE are questionable, given the emptiness of the initial site and the aim to aid wealthy corporations.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Why independent agencies were created to be independent

Trump's executive order marks a significant shift towards increased presidential oversight of historically independent regulatory agencies.
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago

Former FHFA Director Mark Calabria joins CFPB in interim role

Trump's administration is restructuring the CFPB with Calabria's appointment, aiming for tighter control over regulatory agencies.
US politics
fromAxios
5 months ago

Trump claims control over historically independent agencies

The new executive order enhances presidential control over independent regulatory agencies, amid legal challenges and concerns about undermining their autonomy.
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Trump seeks IVF expansion with new executive order

On the campaign trail, Trump called for universal coverage of IVF treatment after his Supreme Court nominees helped to overturn Roe v. Wade, leading to a wave of restrictions in Republican-led states.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Russell Vought, as Consumer Bureau's Acting Director, Orders Its Headquarters Closed for a Week

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's headquarters is closed for a week, with employees instructed to work remotely following new leadership orders.
fromThe Mercury News
6 months ago

Halted research, disciplined doctors: internal audit finds Kaiser ignored patient protections in Northern California study

Kaiser Permanente researchers violated volunteer trust, breaching safety protocols in a clinical trial, leading to its termination and disciplinary actions.
fromFuturism
6 months ago

Patients Are Dying After a Strange Cancer Treatment on a Remote Island

I feel so duped by all these people," Kim Hudlow, whose husband, David, underwent treatment at the Antigua clinic, told the NYT. "The way this was spun up and the way it was explained, they got me.
Medicine
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Investment firm London Capital & Finance was Ponzi scheme, court rules

LCF operated as a Ponzi scheme, misleading investors and causing significant financial losses, as ruled by a London judge.
Business intelligence
fromPrivacy International
8 months ago

Privacy International's response to the College of Policing consultation on the 'ethical use of data and technologies guidance'

UK police forces are utilizing various data-driven technologies, raising concerns about the adequacy of regulations and ethical oversight.
Miscellaneous
fromCbsnews
9 months ago

Boar's Head recall triggers USDA watchdog probe into agency's handling of deadly listeria outbreak

The USDA faces scrutiny for its inaction on serious violations at Boar's Head, contributing to a deadly listeria outbreak.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago

Instructor at Troubled Skydiving Spot Gets 2 Years After Faking Credentials

Robert Pooley, 49, received a two-year prison sentence for wire fraud after using another instructor's credentials to train tandem skydivers.
US news
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
10 months ago

The Insider: How to Blow the Whistle on a Federal Transportation Agency - Streetsblog USA

Research on aerodynamic side guards for trucks showed potential life-saving benefits that were omitted in the final report, raising concerns about regulatory transparency.
Science
fromSpaceNews
10 months ago

FAA defends Starship licensing delays

The FAA defends its collaboration with SpaceX, stating that licensing timelines depend on the company's choices and actions.
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