News from October 2024
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced that Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines, will be a keynote speaker at CES 2025. The event will take place at Sphere, a venue known for its innovative approach to live experiences. This occasion marks the first time a CES keynote will be hosted at this location.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the Presidio port of entry seized 20.6 pounds of cocaine on October 20. During the same encounter, a personal use amount of methamphetamine was also confiscated.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Tim thanked Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen for her leadership at the Institute of International Finance (IIF) Annual Membership Meeting, where she was honored with the Distinguished Leadership and Service Award. Yellen expressed gratitude to IIF members for their contributions to key policy issues.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
On October 1, CDT Europe, in collaboration with over 40 civil society organizations, co-hosted the Tech and Society Summit in Brussels. The event served as a platform for nonprofit organizations to address issues such as digital rights, climate action, corporate accountability, and social justice. It facilitated dialogue between lawmakers and civil society groups.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Presidio port of entry in Texas have apprehended a 20-year-old U.S. citizen wanted for manslaughter by the Midland, Texas police department. The arrest occurred on October 20 when the man arrived from Mexico as a passenger in a vehicle.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a partnership with the city of Ferndale, Michigan, to accelerate the replacement of lead water pipes and enhance public health protection. This initiative is part of the EPA's Get the Lead Out Initiative, which is fully funded by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The initiative aims to support approximately 200 communities nationwide in replacing lead service lines.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Global tech trade association ITI has unveiled its AI Security Policy Principles, offering detailed recommendations for policymakers to enhance the cybersecurity of AI models and systems. This initiative is particularly pertinent given the current election climate in the U.S. and worldwide.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
In a recent survey conducted by market research firm Omdia, commissioned by the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA), findings reveal significant insights into device preferences for digital activities. The study involved 1,000 consumers and 1,000 enterprise users to explore how desktops and smartphones are used in online interactions.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan is set to visit Durham, North Carolina, on Wednesday, October 23, to celebrate the introduction of 38 new electric school buses in the Durham Public School District. This initiative is part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America agenda, which aims to deliver environmental benefits and create job opportunities across the country.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry recently intercepted a significant amount of methamphetamine valued at $3.2 million. This operation took place over the weekend, marking a notable success in the agency's efforts to secure the nation's borders.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Two years ago, Secretary of the Treasury Janet L. Yellen called for the evolution of multilateral development banks (MDBs) at the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank. This year, she reaffirmed her commitment to this initiative alongside President Banga, Lord Malloch-Brown, and Minister Musokotwane.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen addressed a press conference ahead of the 2024 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank, reflecting on the progress made since the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. She noted that three years ago, many meetings were virtual due to ongoing supply chain disruptions and new virus variants affecting global economic growth projections.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
The Lenfest Institute for Journalism has announced a new collaboration with OpenAI and Microsoft to explore the use of artificial intelligence in local journalism.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Veni-Express Inc., a mobile phlebotomy service based in California, along with its owners Myrna and Sonny Steinbaum, has agreed to pay $135,000 to settle allegations of submitting false claims. The allegations involve fraudulent claims for blood testing services and travel mileage under the False Claims Act, as well as violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Today, the global tech trade association ITI expressed approval of the final rules released by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (AMIC). This credit is part of the Biden Administration’s CHIPS and Science Act, aiming to attract an estimated $24 billion investment in semiconductor manufacturing and equipment within the United States.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks met with Australian Minister for Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy at the Pentagon. The meeting aimed to strengthen the alliance between the United States and Australia.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Two men from South Carolina have admitted guilt in a federal court to hate crimes and other charges related to racially-motivated armed robberies targeting Hispanic individuals. Charles Antonio Clippard, 27, and Michael Joseph Knox, 29, both residents of Columbia, confessed to their involvement in several incidents that occurred between January and February 2021.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the completion of a $750,000 transaction aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and climate resilience for affordable rental homes in Waldorf, Maryland. This initiative is part of the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP), which seeks to modernize HUD-assisted housing.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog to discuss recent developments in the region, including the implications of the killing of Sinwar for a potential ceasefire. The meeting took place amid ongoing tensions and attacks on Israel's northern front.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released its operational statistics for Fiscal Year 2024, including the data for September. The statistics reveal a significant reduction in southwest border encounters and increased enforcement efforts.
