News about open_data on 2021-12-15

Internet On Fire Right Now : Millions Of Devices At Risk Over New Software Vulnerability
A vulnerability in Log4j could be exploited by hackers, according to a new report published in the New York Times on Tuesday evening. Hackers are being warned that they are trying to breach the security of their systems.
Source: zerohedge.com
Published on 2021-12-15

COVID - 19 Research Database Recognized by the Reagan - Udall Foundation for the FDA for Accelerating Breakthrough Research
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has named the COVID-19 Research database a recipient of the 2021 Innovation in Regulatory Science Award. Scientists are now able to identify long-term care data provided by PointclickCare Technologies, which is now available to researchers.
Source: prnewswire.com
Published on 2021-12-15

Genea - Musings : National Archives : 1950 U . S . Census Release Will Offer Enhanced Digital Access , Public Collaboration Opportunity
The National Archives says it is completing efforts to digitise the 1950 Census records and using technology to make them more accessible than ever. The agency is testing a new, dedicated website to those recordings. A new website will be powered by Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning (AI/ML).
Source: geneamusings.com
Published on 2021-12-15

Government & Policy
This week's HMS Insights series profiles different industries from around the world. This is a full transcript of how the digital healthcare system has changed since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, and how it can be used to tackle the challenges of digital technology.
Source: healthcareitnews.com
Published on 2021-12-15

How to capitalize on data without harming its subjects ?
The government's efforts to improve the digital economy have been described as a "challenging challenge" by some economists. But what does it mean for the UK and the political landscape, asks Chris Stokel-Walker, chief executive of the government.
Source: diginomica.com
Published on 2021-12-15

How to track internet data usage on Windows 11
Windows 11 has been designed to control the amount of data being shared on the internet. But how do you control your internet connection usage and avoid extra charges when it comes to a limited number of connections each month? Here's what you need to know.
Source: windowscentral.com
Published on 2021-12-15

If Offensive cyber is yesterday news , what will replace it ? | Danny Citrinowicz
The US government has been accused of breaching the privacy of its intelligence agency, NSO, and is increasing pressure on those companies that offer offensive cyber tools in the Western world. The BBC's Chris Stokel-Walker looks at why.
Source: blogs.timesofisrael.com
Published on 2021-12-15

If we are serious about empowering women in business , w ...
South Africa’s public procurement policies are misaligned because of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a new report. The BBC's Rebecca Henschke looks at the challenges faced by women-owned businesses in the country, and why.
Source: dailymaverick.co.za
Published on 2021-12-15

Integrity - tech to fight corruption
In our series of letters from African journalists, novelist and writer Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani looks at how poor governance is a threat to economic growth and resilience, and how it could be handled by the pandemic of Covid-19?
Source: thesundaily.my
Published on 2021-12-15

Kaduna Govt to strengthen public participation in governance – El - Rufai Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria News – Nigeria and World News
The governor of a north-eastern Nigerian state has said that his administration will focus on improving transparency and accountability in the state, as part of the 2021 to 2023 State Action Plan. .. (In the latest update, we explain the reasons.)
Source: guardian.ng
Published on 2021-12-15

Leaders from Nigeria , others join civil societies in push for open government reforms
The world’s largest open government community is gathering for a summit to discuss how democratic reforms can be achieved in the fight against rising authoritarianism, Freedom House has said. Why is it so important to ensure they can work together?
Source: guardian.ng
Published on 2021-12-15

Nest Insight collaborates on self - employed savings pilots
This is a full transcript of the latest batch of images released by the Incisive Business Media Limited (IP) which appears to have been published in the New London House newspapers. These are the full list of companies registered in England and Wales.
Source: professionalpensions.com
Published on 2021-12-15

Nest Insight pilots retirement savings for self - employed
Self-employed people are being encouraged to use flexible savings solutions to save their income, according to a leading research firm in the UK, Nest Insight, and other firms behind the scheme, the BBC has learned.
Source: moneymarketing.co.uk
Published on 2021-12-15

NEST tackling self - employed retirement savings
Two new pilots are being launched to examine ways to save money for self-employed workers in the UK, according to the industry's largest savings charity, Nest says. But what does it mean for the economy?
Source: pionline.com
Published on 2021-12-15

Omicron suspected , not confirmed , at St . Boniface daycare
Officials in Manitoba say they are treading carefully after reports of a suspected Covid-19 variant were discovered at one of its daycares earlier this month. However, officials say there is no evidence of the infection.
Source: winnipegfreepress.com
Published on 2021-12-15

SQREEM New AI - powered Study Examines Motivations Surrounding COVID - 19 Vaccine Resistance in the US
Scientists have released a new study into the attitudes and motivations of anti-vaxxers and the Covid-19 vaccine-hesitant.Leveraging propriety Artificial Intelligence (AI) built to understand online humanehaviour in the completely anonymous way.
Source: apnews.com
Published on 2021-12-15

The Morning Briefing : Crypto ads banned and MM Meets Chris Woodhouse
Here are five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday evening. We'll have another update for you at 18:00 BST. Welcome to the Monthly briefing of this week's financial news bulletin. TOP STORIES - TOP NEWS
Source: moneymarketing.co.uk
Published on 2021-12-15

Vermont Agency of Education ( via Public ) / Volume 15 , Issue 49
This is a full transcript of the What-if Wednesday edition, which aims to encourage households to share information about food resources for their children while schools are on vacation. Here's what you need to know about the Covid-19 pandemic.
Source: publicnow.com
Published on 2021-12-15