Officer assaulted as facial recognition deployment sees wanted man identified in Soho

Police used the technology on crowds in Soho on Saturday night

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/crime/met-police-officer-assaulted-soho-wardour-street-wanted-man-live-facial-recognition-london-crime-b1106069.html

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#PoliceTechnology
#TechCrimeSolving

Robots are trained to help revive coral reefs

Researchers have been training an artificial intelligence to control collaborative robots (cobots), which work closely alongside humans to battle the effects of climate change

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66656369

#TechForGood
#CoralRestoration
#RoboReefRevival
#climateChange

: What is digital inclusion? Digital inclusion is having equitable, meaningful, and safe access to the use, lead, and design of digital technologies, services, and associated opportunities for everyone. At T-ATP, we’re committed to ensuring everyone, especially #k12 students, has access to the digital and cyber world. #educationpolicy #education #educationleadership #cybersecurity #nonprofit #nced #ncpol #digitalequity #educationequity #techforgood #edtech

London robotic surgeon celebrates its 10,000th procedure

Da Vinci, a robotic surgeon, has celebrated its 10,000th procedure after nearly 20 years of helping patients.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-london-66757497

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#RoboticSurgery
#HealthcareInnovation

Why we might soon drive cars on electrified roads

Sweden is exploring the possibility electric roads which charge electric vehicles as they drive.

https://www.bbc.com/reel/video/p0gcbkjs/why-we-might-soon-drive-cars-on-electrified-roads

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#ElectricRoads
#SustainableTransport

Robotic dog brought into survey historic Cold War weapons testing facilities

The artificial canine, with a camera mounted to the top and four hinged legs, is controlled remotely.

https://www.standard.co.uk/tech/spot-the-national-trust-ministry-of-defence-suffolk-b1105719.html

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#RoboDogExploration
#TechInnovation

: What is digital literacy? Digital literacy uses technology to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information. How does #cyber fit into digital literacy? In an ever-increasing digital world, one must be knowledgeable and safe with online actions. At T-ATP, we’re teaching #k12 students just that - to be safe online along with being cyber leaders. #educationpolicy #education #educationleadership #cybersecurity #nonprofit #nced #ncpol #digitalequity #educationequity #techforgood #edtech

YouTube starts verifying health workers in the UK

YouTube has launched a verification system for healthcare workers in the UK as it battles disinformation online.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-66716501

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#VerifiedHealthWorkers
#YouTubeHealthVerification
#OnlineTrustInitiative

Moon base: Bangor scientists design fuel to live in space

Scientists have developed an energy source which could allow astronauts to live on the Moon for long periods of time.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-66687056

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#SpaceTech
#MoonBaseEnergy
#LunarSustainability

Could AI be responsible for the next great soccer star?

Major League Soccer (MSL) recently announced a plan to deploy AI tools in its recruiting program.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/more-sports/will-ai-revolutionize-professionalsoccer-recruitment/ar-AA1eMEZ8

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#SportsTech
#AIandSports
#MLSRecruiting

: Get excited! We’re part of the SHARE Charlotte family!!! We’re excited to be among other great organizations transforming Charlotte for the better. At T-ATP, we’re working to transform the #digitalliteracy landscape in Charlotte by providing accessibility and exposure to underrepresented groups in cybersecurity. #educationpolicy #education #educationleadership #cybersecurity #nonprofit #nced #ncpol #digitalequity #educationequity #techforgood #edtech

Should your company consider incorporating the “mirroring” effect into your work environment?

What is this new office phenomenon?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2023/08/03/the-mirroring-effect-how-to-incorporate-the-everyday-use-of-technology-into-business-practices/?sh=c6c0dae4ece5

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#MirroringEffect
#OfficeTech

Over 500 under-ocean cables are the heart of the internet.

Learn why they’re vital in keeping us all connected.

https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/features/the-secret-life-of-the-500-cables-that-run-the-internet/

#TechForGood
#Internet
#LifeOnline

Have you ever been frustrated that sites you don’t even know have your personal details?

Google One’s new feature will make it easier for people to take down search results containing their info.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/google-is-making-it-easier-toremove-your-private-information-from-search/ar-AA1eKCgM

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#GoogleOne
#DataPrivacy

20 Sustainable Practices To Help Businesses And Tech Teams ‘Go Green’

These 20 sustainable technology practices are a win-win for your company’s bottom line and the planet.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2023/08/03/20-sustainable-practices-to-help-businesses-and-tech-teams-go-green/?sh=3b1e1afd457d

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#GreenTech #SustainableBusinessTips
#TechInnovation

Abracadabra!

Amazon is releasing new technology that will allow you to pay for things by simply waving your hand

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/amazon-one-palm-signatures-cashless-technology whole-foods

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#TechInnovation
#PaybyPalm
#CashlessTech

Have you ever done a telehealth video chat?

Amazon recently made it easier by adding nationwide video
telemedicine to its virtual clinic.

https://apnews.com/article/amazon-clinic-video-telemedicine d990181bd389b85e433ddd95d0a7122

#TechForGood
#TeleHealth
#Telemedicine

Next week at #CiviUsersUK Embracing Age will talk about their journey to integrate #CiviCRM into their daily operations

📅 13 September
⏲️ 5pm BST
🌐 Online
🎟️ https://civicrm.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=1730

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In Favela, Wi-Fi and Ecommerce Promise a Better Future

A tech-led initiative to bring economic development to Brazil’s shantytowns starts with a radical idea: Listen to the people who live there.

https://www.wired.com/story/brazil-dreams-favela-3d/

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#TechInnovation
#EconomicDevelopment
#CommunityEmpowerment

Beyond Merging & Pull Requests: We love sharing #publiccode tools at various events. Jan, spotted at FOSS Backstage, Berlin, proudly sporting our collab-themed tee and holding 'Standard for Public Code' copies.

Let's make this new month count.

#OpenSourceAdvocate #TechForGood 🌐

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