The global politics of data is rapidly evolving as leading and emerging digital economies like the European Union (EU), the U.S., India, Indonesia, and South Africa strive to protect, monetise, and leverage data collected within their territories for domestic purposes. The age of borderless data with limited or no government control, once an aspiration, appears behind us. Increasing privacy and security concerns coupled with economic interests have compelled governments to institute rules and standards that govern and restrict cross-border flows with natural implications for negotiations on global trade and commerce. Indeed, the sheer amount of data being generated and shared globally has necessitated governments to exert more control over the use, sharing, and cross-border flow of data. According to the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), data localisation laws have more than doubled from 2017 to 2021, indicating that states seek and want increasing levels of … [Read more...] about Data opportunity at the G20
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Federal Judges Expand Disability Law to Enforce Transgender Demands
A three-judge federal panel has declared people who say they are members of the opposite sex can use a 1990 disability law to enforce their demands on other people and groups. “We have little trouble concluding that a law excluding from ADA [Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990] protection both ‘gender identity disorders’ and gender dysphoria would [unconstituionally] discriminate against transgender people as a class,” said the opinion by Judge Diana Gribbon Motz, who was nominated by President Bill Clinton. The 2:1 decision by the Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit may be appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. If the case survives, it will be used by advocacy groups to push the transgender ideology on state and local government, schools, companies, and civic groups. The ideology insists that each person’s male-or-female sex is determined by their inner feelings of “gender identity,” regardless of other people’s recognition of their male or female body. That demand … [Read more...] about Federal Judges Expand Disability Law to Enforce Transgender Demands
AEW Dynamite Results: Bryan Danielson Slays ‘Dragonslayer’ Daniel Garcia
AEW Dynamite aired yet another action-packed episode on Wednesday, August 17. With the HBO Max show, and House of the Dragon sponsoring the event, we got quite the night on tap. Earlier in the month of July, Daniel Garcia bagged one of the biggest wins of his short career by thumping Bryan Danielson via referee’s decision. On Wednesday, the self-proclaimed “Dragon Slayer” aimed to go 2-0 against Danielson in a Best 2-Out-of-3 Falls in the main event of the night. The episode began with a montage that thematically linked the new Game of Thrones spin-off to Wednesday’s high-octane match card. Veteran CM Punk returned to the ring with the AEW World title gracing his shoulder. He addressed the crowd and wasted no time calling out Hangman Page, keeping their long-time rivalry alive. Here are all the highlights from the electrifying episode from AEW dynamite: Best 2/3 Fall Match: Bryan Danielson vs Daniel Garcia The young star stunned the AEW fans in Charleston, West Virginia by … [Read more...] about AEW Dynamite Results: Bryan Danielson Slays ‘Dragonslayer’ Daniel Garcia
FNC’s Carlson: ‘Inflation Reduction Act May Be a Classic Example of Misinformation’
Wednesday, FNC host Tucker Carlson opened his broadcast with a scathing critique of the so-called Inflation Reduction Act. According to Carlson, the moniker “inflation reduction” was misinformation, which has been something the Biden administration has proclaimed to be a priority in combatting. Transcript as follows: CARLSON: People say the federal government seems big, maybe bigger than ever. Well, it actually is the largest employer in the world — the Federal government. Nothing else comes close — not Google, not Amazon, not the Communist Party of China — nothing. How many people work for the United States government? Let’s put it this way. There are more than a hundred countries around the world whose total populations (that is, every man, woman and child) are smaller than our Federal workforce — entire countries, many of them. The US government, in other words, is astoundingly large, world historically big, scale without precedent, truly gargantuan. So, what do all … [Read more...] about FNC’s Carlson: ‘Inflation Reduction Act May Be a Classic Example of Misinformation’
Netflix Will Not Allow This Feature For Users With Its Ad-Tier Plan: All Details
Netflix is bringing its new ad-tier plan to the market very soon, but as the day passes, we are getting new details about this upcoming plan that may not appeal to many users. The latest update suggests Netflix will not allow users to download content and watch them offline with the ad-tier plan. Downloads are a big part of the streaming platforms, and most of them charging for their service allows offline viewing. But it seems Netflix has other ideas, and not only does it plan to charge consumers for its ad-tier plan (albeit lower than its current rates) but also restrict some features for its users. All these details were discovered in the Netflix iPhone code by a developer named Steve Moser. He also found traces of Netflix not allowing you to skip ads or let you use the service while the ad is running. The video streaming platform faces heavy competition from the likes of Hulu, Disney+ Hotstar, and Amazon Prime Video among others. However, Netflix has been facing lower … [Read more...] about Netflix Will Not Allow This Feature For Users With Its Ad-Tier Plan: All Details
Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for Friday April 29
Russell Grant takes a look at what today could bring for your horoscope - and what you can do to be prepared. Aries People will try to sway you from your intentions but some may not have realised how adamant you can be once you have made your mind up. Accepting a decision may seem like an automatic response when a senior colleague rejects your ideas and plans but once you have thought about it, you will think of other ways to get them to take notice. Taurus Where there is risk, an impulsive friend needs to be persuaded that there should be more caution than care. A neighbour will confide in you and share information that should really have been kept a secret. Once you realise this you will reassure them that whatever has been said will go no further. Gemini An older relative you haven’t had time to visit recently is feeling neglected. If you think they are being too demanding, it might be better not to voice your thoughts. You can’t be here, there and everywhere … [Read more...] about Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for Friday April 29
Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for Tuesday May 3
Russell Grant takes a look at what today could bring for your horoscope - and what you can do to be prepared. Aries Your mood will be reflective as you assess recent successes and failures. If you feel you could have done better in some areas, what’s stopping you from trying again now? Experience is a great teacher. As you go through life you do try to learn from your mistakes. There are lessons now to be learned from your friendships and close relationships. Taurus A friend who is in trouble will come to you for advice, guidance or practical assistance. Although you have plenty to do and rearranging your schedule will be an inconvenience, if you value this friendship, you may have to make sacrifices and put their needs before your own. Gemini People are starting to recognise your talents and your strong work ethic. Don’t be surprised if you are singled out by someone in authority. They are about to make you an interesting offer and this could be the start of a new … [Read more...] about Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for Tuesday May 3
North Korea Celebrates Alleged End of Coronavirus Pandemic with Communist Posters
The communist regime ruling North Korea declared victory against the Chinese coronavirus pandemic this week after only three months of having admitted to any coronavirus cases within its borders, publishing commemorative posters in its classic communist propaganda style. The North Korean dictatorship first admitted to having confirmed cases of Chinese coronavirus within its borders in May, two years after the disease had spread to nearly every country on the planet. It was one of the last countries to officially document coronavirus cases despite sharing borders with the country where the virus originated, China, as well as Russia and South Korea, which have both endured severe outbreaks of the disease. The official newspaper of the communist Workers’ Party of Korea (WPK), Rodong Sinmun , and the government’s Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) announced the creation and distribution of posters on Wednesday to officially mark the end of the epidemic in the country. The posters … [Read more...] about North Korea Celebrates Alleged End of Coronavirus Pandemic with Communist Posters
North African Children Set Out for Europe in Flimsy Boat, Alone
Eleven Moroccan children were rescued by Spanish authorities near the exclave of Ceuta this week after they attempted to cross the Strait of Gibraltar alone in a small boat. The 11 children, said to be aged between six and 11 years old, were first seen by a lifeguard on a beach in Ceuta and were intercepted just over half a mile off the North African coast as their small boat was headed toward the Spanish mainland. According to the lifeguard, who spotted the boat with his binoculars, the boys were using sticks and their hands in an effort to guide the boat toward the Spanish coast, El Mundo reports . The lifeguard then took a jet ski to meet the boat and alerted the Civil Guard and Maritime Rescue, who collected the young children from the sea. According to El Mundo , the children set off from Ceuta after several of the children had already been received into the migrant reception system in the city, one of two Spanish exclaves which lie on the North African coast. … [Read more...] about North African Children Set Out for Europe in Flimsy Boat, Alone