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Disaster Accountability Project

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

The Disaster Accountability Project was created to help coordinate nongovernmental organizational efforts. Soon after, Ben launched Disaster Accountability Project, an independent watchdog, to confront the root causes of the failed Katrina response and maximize the impact of billions of dollars of disaster relief and humanitarian aid.

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To Address Emerging Privacy Issues, Congress Should Consider Comprehensive Legislation

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

As technologies change, businesses have been able to collect more personal data about consumers. But consumers may not know how their information is being used and shared. For example, individuals’ social security numbers, zip codes, ages, and.

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Modernizing government IT: 4 approaches to overcome legacy exit challenges

AWS Public Sector Blog

These systems also became integral to managing aspects such as business processes, security protocols, and legislative changes, often without comprehensive documentation. Four blockers to legacy IT exit Moving targets – Government agencies and private sector companies operating in highly regulated industries face regular legislative changes.

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As Technology Reshapes the World, We Keep Congress Informed of Emerging Trends, Issues

GAO (US Government Accountability Office)

Our nations leaders have also proposed legislation on how to balance. Congress is increasingly focused on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, and scientific discoveries that could reshape medicine, computing, and space exploration.

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Long-term Disaster Resilience

Eric Holdeman's Disaster Zone Podcast

The Disaster Accountability Project was created to help coordinate nongovernmental organizational efforts. Soon after, Ben launched Disaster Accountability Project, an independent watchdog, to confront the root causes of the failed Katrina response and maximize the impact of billions of dollars of disaster relief and humanitarian aid.

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The evolution of fraud and the importance of continuous professional development and learning

Open Access Government - Technology News

Here are some of the key areas where continuous professional development makes all the difference: Keeping up with changes in legislation: Fraud legislation and regulations evolve to meet new threats. Staying current on case law: Whats illegal isnt just defined by legislation; court decisions shape it.

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European Union’s new AI law: What programmers need to know

Open Access Government - Technology News

The AI Act primarily targets high-risk AI systems like algorithmic credit rating tools and medical software, imposing stringent requirements to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability. This legislation sets a precedent globally, aiming to shape ethical AI practices while ensuring Europe remains a leader in technological innovation.

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