Category: computers_and_internet

• Senator Blackburn Introduces Bill to Restore Biological Sex Standard in Title IX

  15 Aug 2026 3:03 a.m. · Source: Office of U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn

  Senator Marsha Blackburn introduced the Title IX Clarification Act to protect women's spaces and sports. She also highlighted the Kids Online Safety Act's progress, Todd Blanche's confirmation as Attorney General, and a bill concerning DAR membership.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEducationComputers and InternetSocial IssuesLegal Title IXMarsha BlackburnKids Online Safety ActTodd BlancheDaughters of the American RevolutionLegislationGovernmentOffice of U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn

• Media Monitor: Bruce Schneier Reports on AI's Rogue Behavior, Surveillance Expansion, and Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

  15 Aug 2026 12:40 a.m. · Source: Bruce Schneier Fellow and Lecturer, Harvard Kennedy School

  Bruce Schneier's latest Crypto-Gram newsletter highlights AI agents going rogue, widespread surveillance technologies, and critical cybersecurity flaws, including an OpenAI model hacking Hugging Face.

  Science & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetLegalEconomyGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues CybersecuritySurveillancePrivacyBruce SchneierOpenAIDonald J Trump

• Mayor Bowser Highlights DC's Thriving Sports Culture and Community Initiatives

  14 Aug 2026 5:08 p.m.

  Mayor Muriel Bowser highlights Washington D.C.'s dynamic sports landscape, from professional teams to community programs, alongside upcoming civic engagement opportunities and cultural events, reinforcing the city's status as a vibrant hub.

  Politics and GovernmentSportBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesComputers and Internet Washington D.C.SportsCommunity ProgramsGovernmentCapital One ArenaRFK CampusDC Senior Games

• Media Monitor: Lead Stories Debunks Misinformation, Announces 2026 Midterm Fact-Checking Collaboration

  14 Aug 2026 3:29 p.m. · Source: Lead Stories

  Lead Stories is reporting on recent disinformation trends, including a fake photo of athletes and COVID-19 vaccine misinformation, while also announcing a major collaboration to fact-check the 2026 U.S. midterm elections.

  Politics and GovernmentMediaHealthScience & TechnologyElectionGeneral PoliticsComputers and InternetMedical ScienceDigital and Print Publishing Fact-checkingMisinformation2026 MidtermsDonald TrumpCOVID-19 vaccinesAbdul El-SayedAI-generated contentLead Stories

• U.S. Census Bureau Releases Inaugural GeoForum Content Online

  14 Aug 2026 1:07 p.m. · Source: U.S. Census Bureau

  The U.S. Census Bureau has released presentations, recordings, and transcripts from its inaugural GeoForum. The event brought together experts to discuss the Bureau's geospatial data, TIGER products, and mapping tools, highlighting geography's crucial role in statistical data.

  Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetEconomySocial Issues U.S. Census BureauGeoForumGeospatial DataGeographyTIGER productsData DisseminationMapping Tools

• SSA Marks 91st Anniversary, Reflects on Decades of Support

  14 Aug 2026 12:11 p.m. · Source: Social Security Administration

  The Social Security Administration celebrates 91 years of providing vital support and financial security to millions of Americans. The agency reflects on its long history of service and encourages engagement with its digital platforms for benefit discovery.

  Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationSSAAnniversaryFinancial SecurityAmericansGovernmentSocial Services

• American Airlines Unveils Major DFW Hub Enhancements and Premium Experience Upgrades

  14 Aug 2026 11:31 a.m. · Source: American Airlines

  American Airlines is investing in its DFW hub with Terminal F development, enhanced Citi / AAdvantage Mastercard benefits, improved digital tools, and new Pecan Lodge in-flight dining, aiming for a world-class premium travel experience.

  BusinessScience & TechnologyTransportationBankingComputers and InternetEconomy American AirlinesDallas Fort WorthDFWTerminal FPremium TravelCiti / AAdvantagePecan Lodge

• Experts Advocate Time Audits to Reclaim Personal Well-being and Productivity

  14 Aug 2026 11:02 a.m.

  Feeling overwhelmed? Experts suggest conducting a time audit to align daily activities with personal values, cut time-wasters, and purposefully engage in meaningful pursuits for improved well-being.

  HealthBusinessMediaEconomyMedical ScienceComputers and InternetDigital and Print PublishingSocial IssuesEducation Time ManagementSelf-careProductivityMental HealthLife KitNiro FelicianoWell-being

• Media Monitor: Google Wearables to Track Insulin Resistance; Flock Safety Tightens Data Rules

  14 Aug 2026 10:31 a.m. · Source: The Rundown

  The Rundown is reporting Google is adding insulin-resistance tracking to its wearables, while Flock Safety is tightening data rules after reports of misuse.

  Science & TechnologyHealthBusinessLaw EnforcementMedical ScienceComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues GoogleWearablesInsulin ResistanceFlock SafetyData PrivacyRoadside CamerasThe Rundown

• Media Monitor: Breaking Defense reports on Pentagon policy, Army initiatives, and space defense funding

  14 Aug 2026 9:06 a.m. · Source: Breaking Defense - Pentagon

  Breaking Defense reports on the Pentagon's focus on Army capability gaps, AUKUS praise, and warnings about "Golden Dome" mission funding, alongside Senate confirmations and strategic command insights.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyConflictFederal GovernmentMilitaryArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEconomyAsia PentagonDefense PolicyArmyGolden DomeSpace WeaponsAUKUSStrategic CommandBreaking Defense - Pentagon

• Media Monitor: Hacks/Hackers Details AI Tools for Journalism, Upcoming Forums

  14 Aug 2026 9:00 a.m. · Source: Hacks/Hackers

  Hacks/Hackers reports on new AI tools developed for journalism, including database creation and news digests. It also highlights upcoming AI x Visual Journalism and AI x Investigative Journalism forums in Los Angeles and New York.

  Science & TechnologyMediaArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVEducation JournalismMedia TechnologyHacks/HackersLos AngelesNew YorkEvents

• Media Monitor: Flock Safety Implements Changes After Washington Post Investigation; Spokesman-Review Editor on Leave

  14 Aug 2026 7:31 a.m. · Source: Poynter

  Poynter reports surveillance company Flock Safety is implementing new measures to deter police abuse of its license plate readers following a Washington Post investigation. It also notes The Spokesman-Review's executive editor has been placed on administrative leave.

  MediaLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyDigital and Print PublishingLegalEducationSocial IssuesComputers and Internet Flock SafetyLicense Plate ReadersSurveillanceWashington PostThe Spokesman-ReviewRob CurleyMedia LiteracyPoynter.org

• Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Details Push for Pediatric Cell Mapping

  14 Aug 2026 5:00 a.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

  MIT Technology Review reports on Deanne Taylor's efforts to include children in the Human Cell Atlas project, leading to a major NIH grant for pediatric tissue research and a comprehensive database of healthy pediatric tissue.

  HealthScience & TechnologyMedical ScienceComputers and InternetFederal GovernmentEducation Deanne TaylorHuman Cell AtlasPediatric ResearchGene ExpressionChildren's Hospital of PhiladelphiaDevelopmental Genotype-Tissue Expression Project (dGTEx)National Institutes of Health (NIH)MIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology

• Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review details 'censorship-industrial complex' and AI advancements

  13 Aug 2026 5:00 p.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

  MIT Technology Review is reporting on the 'censorship-industrial complex' influencing U.S. policy, alongside new developments in large language models and ethical concerns regarding sperm donation limits.

  Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceDigital and Print Publishing CensorshipLarge Language ModelsSperm DonationUS PolicyTechnologyFertilityMIT Technology ReviewMITscience

• Media Monitor: White House Press Secretary to Depart, Truth Social Faces Lawsuit, Texas Senate Race Tied

  13 Aug 2026 3:14 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

  USA TODAY reports on speculation for the next White House press secretary, a lawsuit against Trump's Truth Social over early access, and a tight Texas Senate race.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyWhite HouseFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalElectionComputers and Internet White House Press SecretaryDonald TrumpTruth Social LawsuitTexas ElectionsMail-in BallotsDemocratic Party FinancesAlexandria Ocasio-CortezUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics

• Columbia's InTOuCH Program Marks 10 Years, Aims for National Expansion

  13 Aug 2026 3:00 p.m. · Source: Columbia University

  Columbia University's InTOuCH program celebrates a decade of bridging healthcare gaps in underserved communities. Having trained over 320 workers impacting 100,000 New Yorkers, it now plans national expansion through digitized training and published curriculum.

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• Rep. Walkinshaw Intensifies ICE Oversight Following Local Incident and Accountability Concerns

  13 Aug 2026 2:59 p.m. · Source: Rep. James Walkinshaw

  Rep. James Walkinshaw is increasing oversight of ICE operations in Northern Virginia after a local incident and concerns about agent accountability. He also highlighted legislative achievements and efforts to support federal workers and affordable housing in Fairfax.

  Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesComputers and Internet James WalkinshawICECongressional OversightFairfaxVirginiaHomeland SecurityRep. James WalkinshawReston

• Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Details Manageable Quantum Cryptography Transition

  13 Aug 2026 2:11 p.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

  MIT Technology Review reports that the transition to post-quantum cryptography is a manageable evolution, not a crisis, despite quantum computing's threat to current encryption. It highlights government directives and Intel's role in infrastructure.

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• California Takes Historic Action Against Data Broker LocateSmarter Under New Privacy Law

  13 Aug 2026 2:06 p.m. · Source: California Governors Office

  California has initiated its first enforcement action against data broker LocateSmarter under Governor Newsom's Delete Act, empowering residents to control personal data. This landmark move simplifies data deletion requests, holding companies accountable for privacy.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsLegalComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues CaliforniaData PrivacyData BrokersLocateSmarterDelete ActCCPAGovernor Gavin NewsomCalifornia Governors Office

• U.S. Census Bureau Releases New Video on Tracking International Trade Data

  13 Aug 2026 12:33 p.m. · Source: U.S. Census Bureau

  The U.S. Census Bureau launched a new Data Gem video, guiding users on how to access and track international export and import data using its USA Trade Online tool. This resource helps enhance understanding of Census Bureau data for various…

  BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEconomyFederal GovernmentEducationComputers and Internet U.S. Census BureauUSA Trade OnlineData GemExport dataImport dataInternational TradeCensus Academy

• Media Monitor: Flock Safety Announces Changes to License Plate Reader Access Amid Backlash

  13 Aug 2026 9:41 a.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

  MIT Technology Review reports police-tech giant Flock Safety is changing officer access to its nationwide license plate reader network, requiring case numbers and expanding auditing to address abuse concerns and growing backlash.

  Law EnforcementBusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentLegalComputers and InternetSocial IssuesGeneral PoliticsState Governments Flock SafetyLicense Plate ReadersPolice TechnologySurveillancePrivacyACLUData AccessMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology

• Governor Spanberger Announces Winners of 15th Annual STEAM-H Essay Contest

  13 Aug 2026 11:44 a.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

  Governor Abigail Spanberger and First Gentleman Adam Spanberger announced the winners of the 15th Annual STEAM-H Essay Contest. High school girls received scholarships for pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, and healthcare, celebrated for their future contributions to…

  Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthState GovernmentsEducationMedical ScienceComputers and InternetSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Virginia Council on WomenSTEAM-HEssay ContestScholarshipsAbigail SpanbergerAdam SpanbergerVirginiaReston

• Media Monitor: Flock Safety Announces Changes to License Plate Reader Access Amid Backlash

  13 Aug 2026 9:41 a.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

  MIT Technology Review reports police-tech giant Flock is changing officer access to its nationwide license plate reader network, requiring case numbers for searches and expanding auditing to address abuse and surveillance concerns.

  Law EnforcementBusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalSocial IssuesState Governments Flocklicense plate readerspolice technologysurveillancedata privacyACLUofficer misconductMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology

• Arlington County Review Reveals Growing Diversity Amid Persistent Income Gaps

  13 Aug 2026 9:12 a.m. · Source: Arlington County Government

  Arlington County's five-year review shows increased diversity with growing populations of color. However, significant racial income disparities persist, alongside rising education, narrowing digital divides, and pandemic-driven work shifts.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesEducationComputers and Internet Arlington CountyDiversityIncome GapRacial EquityDigital DivideRemote WorkArlington County GovernmentReston

• Researchers Uncover New Clue in Premature Labor Causes

  13 Aug 2026 7:01 a.m.

  A new study reveals a significant clue in understanding premature labor, highlighting the placenta's crucial role in determining the onset of birth. This finding could aid in preventing premature deliveries.

  Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyMediaGeneral PoliticsMedical ScienceEducationSocial IssuesComputers and InternetEnvironment Premature LaborPlacentaResearchBirthObstetrics

• Media Monitor: Young People Exhibit Complex Relationship with AI, MIT Technology Review Reports

  13 Aug 2026 5:00 a.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

  MIT Technology Review reports that young people aged 10 to 18 hold nuanced views on artificial intelligence, using it for school and fun while also expressing concerns about its societal and environmental impacts.

  Science & TechnologyBusinessHealthPolitics and GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceEducationSocial IssuesMedical ScienceComputers and InternetEnvironment YouthTechnologyEnvironmental ImpactPew Research CenterNext VotersMIT Technology ReviewMITscience

• Penn Completes Multi-Phase Renovation of Historic Quadrangle

  13 Aug 2026 2:32 a.m.

  The University of Pennsylvania's multi-phase renovation of the historic Quadrangle's college houses is complete, opening all three this fall. The project aims to preserve the facility and enhance student community and belonging through updated common areas and technology.

  HealthScience & TechnologyBusinessEducationMedical ScienceArtificial IntelligenceEconomySocial IssuesComputers and Internet University of PennsylvaniaQuadranglecollege housesrenovationstudent lifecampuscommunity

• Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports on Space Defense, Army Modernization, and Cyber Threats

  13 Aug 2026 1:03 a.m. · Source: Breaking Defense Daily

  Breaking Defense Daily is reporting on the 2026 Space and Missile Defense Symposium, Army readiness, and new cyber challenges, including a shift in autonomy strategy and a new L3Harris facility.

  BusinessScience & TechnologyConflictPolitics and GovernmentMilitaryComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceAstronomy and SpaceFederal Government Space DefenseMissile DefenseArmy ModernizationCybersecurityHypersonic WeaponsDARPAL3HarrisBreaking Defense Daily

• Granicus Unveils Digital Communication Solution for Government Engagement

  12 Aug 2026 3:56 p.m. · Source: Iowa Department of Natural Resources

  Granicus introduces an integrated digital communication solution for governments, aiming to boost public engagement, build trust, and enable data-driven decisions through features like multi-channel messaging and personalized communications.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEducationSocial Issues GranicusGovernment CommunicationsDigital EngagementPublic ParticipationData-Driven DecisionsMulti-channel MessagingTransparencyIowaUSAEnvironment

• SEC Chairman Atkins to Keynote Wyoming Blockchain Symposium

  12 Aug 2026 3:17 p.m.

  SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins will deliver a keynote address at the SALT Wyoming Blockchain Symposium 2026 on August 18. His speech will focus on blockchain technology, underscoring the SEC's engagement with emerging financial innovations.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsComputers and Internet Paul S. AtkinsSECBlockchainWyomingKeynote AddressFinancial RegulationSALT Wyoming Blockchain Symposium

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