Monthly Archives: August 2022

What is happening? The federal CHIPS and Science Act funds create 20 “regional technology and innovation hubs.” Why is this important? $10 billion will be allocated to the Department of Commerce over 4 years to fund 20 hubs. At least 3 hubs will be placed in each of the Economic Development Administration’s six regions. How will this […]

What is happening? Two weeks after New Orleans Police Department began using facial recognition software, City Council passed additional ordinances governing its use. Why is this important? The new ordinances prohibit the software’s use for violations or crimes related to Lousiana’s abortion law or sex crimes between adults. The software may be used with permission […]

What is happening? Gucci leads all retailers in accepting crypto.  70% of its full, directly operated stores accept crypto. Gucci says it likes the spirit of adventure. Why is this important? Gucci was the first brand to accept crypto, and this week was the first brand to accept ApeCoin. This week as in the week […]

What is happening? The list of U.S. Senators working on crypto legislation includes: Sens. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., and John Boozman, R-Ark.;  Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pa; Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., and Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo; Why is this important? There’s a host of ideas. In order of the authors proposals these bill will: Give regulatory authority to […]

What is happening? The Net Neutrality and Broadband Justice Act defines  broadband internet access as a telecommunications service granting authority to the Federal Communications Commission to reinstate net neutrality protections.  Why is this important?  FCC could then prohibit discriminatory practices like blocking, throttling and paid prioritization online. How will this be important? The public policy […]