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Challenges and Opportunities for Hotel-to-Housing Conversions in NYC

The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)

After the COVID-19 pandemic severely affected the hotel industry in New York City, policymakers considered whether to promote the reuse of distressed hotel buildings as housing. In a new white paper , the NYU Furman Center’s Noah Kazis details essential background information on the matter of hotel-to-housing conversions.

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A Proposed Strategy to Advocate for Improved Civil Protection in the United Kingdom

Disaster Planning and Emergency Management

Reports by the House of Lords, the National Preparedness Commission and other bodies, as well as various public inquiries, have drawn attention to the deficiencies of the civil protection system. However, in these respects there is little sign of change. As clarity is essential, it should be written in plain English, not legalese.

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Enhancing Federal AI Safety: Responsible and Secure AI Sandbox

Microsoft Public Sector

Introduction This white paper explores the philosophy and implementation strategy of the Federal Responsible and Secure Artificial Intelligence (AI) Sandbox, an initiative aimed at promoting responsible and secure AI practices within federal government agencies.

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