Help Win Key Tech Policies in 2023
Congress and state legislators will be debating a range of important technology policies in 2023. This is likely to include data privacy, cybersecurity, tech skilling, broadband, and competition policy.
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.@CISAgov has announced the Ransomware Vulnerability Warning Pilot (RVWP), which will help organizations protect themselves from #ransomware attacks. Discover the details: http://bit.ly/3TF229j
The @NatlGovsAssoc and @NASCIO released a report outlining steps states can take to fill gaps in the #cybersecurity workforce. Learn more: http://bit.ly/3K5OJLN
.@Microsoft warns that Sandworm, a Russian hacking group, may aim their #ransomware attacks outside of Ukraine. Learn more: https://bloom.bg/3nfsVoa
#DYK: @NTIAGov is seeking input on how to structure nearly $2.7 billion in #DigitalEquity Act grant programs to close the digital divide. Access the Request for Comments here and contribute your thoughts until May 1 on how we can best support learners! https://www.ntia.gov/federal-register-notice/2023/digital-equity-act-2021-request-comments
FBI director, Chris Wray, testified that the Chinese government could have the ability to control the software on millions of TikTok users' devices. Learn more: https://bit.ly/409xO09
To close the #DigitalDivide, governments must ensure that residents have the proper tools to take advantage of access to high-speed internet. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3mX9bFr
The #RESTRICTAct could implement a nationwide #TikTok ban, but that's not the only tech product that could face bans. Take a look at the other apps that could be in danger: https://bit.ly/42iryVR
The @FCC announced over $66 million that will be awarded to community groups to raise awareness for the agency's Affordable Connectivity Program. Learn more: http://bit.ly/3Ftw5ei
U.S. banking regulators stepped in to take control of Silicon Valley Bank following the largest bank failure since 2008. Learn more about how the government is assisting depositors: https://bit.ly/3JRwzxv
The Biden Administration aims to allocate $25 million in funding for research pursuant to the #CHIPS and #ScienceAct in the fiscal year 2024 budget. Explore additional tech investments outlined in the Presidential budget: http://bit.ly/3ZNnZ8g
.@goldstein_jeff & #NJ Congressman @RepJoshG reunited--they've worked on initiatives w/@vfiorg & @IAMCPNJ--at the #ReNewJersey Chamber of Commerce Business Summit in #AtlanticCity! Who do you think will we meet next? 🧐
#MSPartner #IAMCP @QueueAssociates @NJGov @njdotcom
To protect #nationalsecurity, lawmakers have introduced the RESTRICT Act to help address threats from technology companies such as TikTok. Learn more: https://cbsn.ws/3YCenvQ
.@CISA Director Jen Easterly (@CISAJen) states that technology and software companies need to be more proactive in promoting safety and security to better protect consumers from #cyberthreats. Read more: https://bit.ly/3ZWEO0q
A top House official says a significant data breach potentially exposed personal identifiable information of hundreds of lawmakers and staff. Learn more about the incident: https://nbcnews.to/4226YZq
Lawmakers have reintroduced legislation that would prevent federal agencies from using facial recognition and other similar technologies. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3yrBEpK
Today the @FCC announced $66 million in outreach grants to fund projects to expand participation in the Affordable Connectivity Program to drive awareness and enrollment by building upon community partnerships. https://www.fcc.gov/document/fcc-announces-66m-affordable-broadband-outreach-grants-0
The Biden administration's Affordable Connectivity Program aims to expand access to #broadband internet. Learn more about how American households can check their eligibility: https://cbsn.ws/3mDuITC
Ann Dunkin, CIO of @ENERGY, is creating partnerships around the globe to pursue shared goals from the new National Cyber Strategy. Read the full interview: http://bit.ly/3kTANek
📶👩💻@NTIAgov is seeking input on how to structure nearly $2.7B in grant programs to ensure everyone in America has the digital skills and devices they need to realize the full potential of high-speed Internet access.
https://bit.ly/3mzh18f
The @FCC has received 1.1 million location challenges to the first draft of their improved #broadband map according to a letter by Chairwoman @JRosenworcelFCC. Learn more: http://bit.ly/3J9qWuc
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Affordable, Accessible High-Speed Internet for Every American In May 2021, BroadbandNow confirmed that 42 million Americans lack access to broadband. Microsoft’s own research finds that more than 120 million people in the U.S.—representing more than one-third of our nation’s population—do not use the (...)
Rights and Responsibilities When It Comes to Data Privacy Privacy is recognized as a fundamental human right by the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and many other treaties. Data-driven innovations and services should (...)
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