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CyberCube Report Warns of Need to Bolster Defenses Against Public Sector Attacks

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Monday, April 15, 2024

The (re)insurance industry should brace itself for potential attacks on the public sector targeting government and election infrastructure, warns CyberCube, the market leader of cyber risk analytics for the insurance industry.

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The (re)insurance industry should brace itself for potential attacks on the public sector targeting government and election infrastructure, warns CyberCube, the market leader of cyber risk analytics for the insurance industry.
In a new report, CyberCube warns government agencies and officials must increase their cybersecurity measures, enhance election integrity safeguards, and collaborate with cybersecurity experts to mitigate these threats.
Moreover, around 64 countries plus the European Union will hold national elections this year, involving nearly half of the world’s population.
Richard DeKorte, CyberCube’s Cyber Security Consultant, said: “CyberCube foresees an escalation in the attacks perpetrated by state-nexus threat actors targeting critical infrastructure.

The Latino Community Foundation Announces Get-Out-the-Vote Investments in California, Arizona, and Nevada Ahead of 2024 General Election

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

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On the eve of the certification of California’s 2024 primary election results, the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) announced today $800,000 in grants to 19 Latino-led organizations in California, Arizona, and Nevada to target early Latino voter engagement ahead of the general election.

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On the eve of the certification of California’s 2024 primary election results, the Latino Community Foundation (LCF) announced today $800,000 in grants to 19 Latino-led organizations in California, Arizona, and Nevada to target early Latino voter engagement ahead of the general election.
“America’s destiny and the destiny of Latinos are intertwined like never before,” said Julián Castro, CEO of the Latino Community Foundation.
“Through our grantmaking, the Latino Community Foundation intends on harnessing that power to strengthen and preserve our democracy in this upcoming election and beyond.”
California is home to five competitive congressional seats in this upcoming election.
Today, LCF will ramp up investments to the following organizations who are organizing and mobilizing Latino voters in key areas:

NPA Candidate Tuan "TQ" Nguyen Runs Again for Florida U. S. Senate

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Friday, April 26, 2024

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ORLANDO, Fla., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Tuan "TQ" Nguyen has formally filed his candidacy for US.

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ORLANDO, Fla., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Tuan "TQ" Nguyen has formally filed his candidacy for US.
Senate in Florida.
Nguyen, a no-party-affiliated candidate, is joining the race where Rick Scott and Debbie Mucarsel-Powell are the partisan front runners.
"26% of Florida voters are independent and they have been sidelined from the national discourse and have no say in primary elections.

American Council of Learned Societies Announces 2024 Luce/ACLS Program in China Studies Fellows and Grantees

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Friday, April 26, 2024

NEW YORK, April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to announce the 2024 Luce/ACLS Early Career Fellows and Travel Grantees in China Studies.

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Fellowships and Grants Totaling $475,000 Support Research, Writing, and Travel for Early-Career Scholars and Graduate Students in the Field of China Studies
NEW YORK, April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is pleased to announce the 2024 Luce/ACLS Early Career Fellows and Travel Grantees in China Studies.
In 2024, the program will support 25 fellows and grantees representing a diverse range of institutions and disciplines, including anthropology, film and media studies, gender and sexuality studies, history, literature, and sociology.
Fourteen Luce/ACLS Early Career Fellowships in China Studies support emerging scholars whose research focuses on China's societies, histories, cultures, geopolitics, art, and global impact.
Formed a century ago, the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) is a nonprofit federation of 80 scholarly organizations.

SK Networks Launches AI Lab in Silicon Valley, USA

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

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SEOUL, South Korea, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SK Networks is transforming its business model by incorporating state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Setting its sights on the forefront of innovation, SK Networks has founded an AI Lab in Silicon Valley, known as the mecca of global tech excellence.

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- SK Networks Leads the Charge in AI Technology Development, Service Verification, and Capability Internalization Across its Subsidiaries
SEOUL, South Korea, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SK Networks is transforming its business model by incorporating state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) technology.
Setting its sights on the forefront of innovation, SK Networks has founded an AI Lab in Silicon Valley, known as the mecca of global tech excellence.
SK Networks (CEO: Hojeong Lee) revealed its newest venture with the launch of 'PhnyX Lab,' the company's flagship AI technology development organization.
With a visionary mission to "usher in the Civilization of Humanity through the Democracy of AI," PhnyX Lab has been established to harness and internalize the AI prowess of SK Networks.

Dr. Donna Phillips Appointed as President of the Center for Civic Education

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

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LOS ANGELES, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of the Center for Civic Education is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Donna Phillips as President.

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LOS ANGELES, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of the Center for Civic Education is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Donna Phillips as President.
"For decades, the Center has shaped my own civic education as an educator, member of the network, and citizen.
"I am thrilled to now lead the Center in this capacity and continue the remarkable journey we have embarked upon."
Dr. Phillips will assume the position of President on May 1, 2024.

Minister MacAulay announces appointment of new Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

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OTTAWA, ON, April 23, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the appointment of David Hunt as Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC).

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OTTAWA, ON, April 23, 2024 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the appointment of David Hunt as Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission (CGC).
The CGC regulates grain handling in Canada and establishes and maintains science-based standards of quality for Canadian grain.
"I would like to congratulate David Hunt on his appointment as Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission.
The Canadian Grain Commission works to:
In 2016, the Government of Canada implemented an open, transparent and merit-based process for selecting Governor in Council appointees.

New Inclusive Creative Economy Strategy to demonstrate that the U.S. creative economy can deliver market rate returns alongside positive social impact

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upstart Co-Lab, a sponsored project of nonprofit Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, announced today the first dedicated impact investment portfolio for the U.S. creative economy. The Inclusive Creative Economy Strategy launches with nearly $15 million committed, including program related investments from foundations, recoverable grants from donor advised funds, and mission related investments from endowed arts organizations—plus general operating grants to Upstart in lieu of management fees. The U.S. creative economy was most recently valued at over $1 trillion by the National Endowment for the Arts—even before considering film, fashion, video games, beauty, food, and other key commercial creative industries. Upstart's pipeline of qualified investment opportunities currently requires $100 million in growth capital.

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Because the creative economy values merit and originality it can help to build a more inclusive economic future.
At Upstart, we believe impact investing in the creative economy will contribute to the kind of economic prosperity that democracy depends upon."
Upstart is implementing the Strategy within ImpactAssets , an impact investment firm that has been a field trailblazer for more than a decade.
Upstart anticipates its demonstration portfolio will incentivize impact fund managers and wealth advisors to prioritize creative industry investment opportunities.

Prime Minister announces an appointment to the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians

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Friday, April 19, 2024

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OTTAWA, ON, April 19, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following appointment to the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians:

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OTTAWA, ON, April 19, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following appointment to the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians:
Mr. Fisher joins the existing members of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians, which includes representatives from the House of Commons and the Senate.
Established in 2017, the Committee follows a non-partisan approach to review national security and intelligence activities carried out across the Government of Canada, including by the Communications Security Establishment, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
"Our national security and intelligence agencies dutifully respond to threats to the safety and security of Canadians while ensuring their rights and freedoms remain protected.
With this appointment, the members of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians are:

Three new board members join the Rideau Hall Foundation

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Friday, April 19, 2024

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Their insights and expertise will help advance the RHF's efforts to shine a light on Canadian excellence and to foster the conditions for more Canadians to succeed and thrive to their fullest potential," said Teresa Marques, President and CEO of the Rideau Hall Foundation.

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Their insights and expertise will help advance the RHF's efforts to shine a light on Canadian excellence and to foster the conditions for more Canadians to succeed and thrive to their fullest potential," said Teresa Marques, President and CEO of the Rideau Hall Foundation.
"I am honoured to join the Rideau Hall Foundation's Board of Directors at this critical time of challenge and opportunity for our country.
Now more than ever we need people of all ages and stages to become active participants in their communities and in our democracy.
Find out more about the RHF's Board of Directors .