Articles by tag: Internet
A recent report from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention highlights challenges in regulating teen internet use and the significant effects that social media and the web have on our country’s children. The CDC’s Youth Risk Behavior Survey, which is released every two years, shows how toxic these influences can be for both […]
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ACP Funding and its Future
As broadband infrastructure sees increased attention and widespread changes thanks to the $65 million infrastructure bill, which aims to increase broadband access through programs such as the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), how these programs are being implemented throughout country is important to follow. As internet service […]
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How Has the BEAD Program and ACP Funding Improved Broadband Infrastructure?
Broadband infrastructure is an integral part of society as it ensures that access to networks is possible, and that necessary cables are available to provide high-quality connectivity. Broadband was given priority when the Biden administration introduced a bill in 2021 to address and solve broadband connectivity issues, particularly in rural and disadvantaged areas. The two […]
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Identity and Biometrics: What’s Going on with Age Verification?
The year 2017 marked the first time ever that half of the world’s population got online. Today, internet connection and social media use clocks in at 5 billion and 4.7 billion users respectively – over half of the world’s population and growing. For many nations around the world, internet traffic for age-appropriate content is […]
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How the “Father of Modern Time” Helped Build the Internet
Bringing together leaders, lawmakers and lawbreakers. Host Luke Fox explores how innovations in business and technology are redefining our trust in security measures. There are many components of trust throughout the internet, and most people don’t realize how far those layers of trust go back. The Trust Revolution looked backward to the internet’s early days and […]
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T-Mobile Bets on New Remote Work Standard
Remote work has become the norm over the past year, but reopening is on the horizon. With workers flocking back to offices sooner rather than later, will remote work stick around, or was it mostly a passing trend? On this MarketScale Industry Update, host Hilary Kennedy tackled that loaded question. A recent study by […]
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How VoIP Technology Prevented a Mass Work Stoppage
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a series of unprecedented challenges for most companies. During 2020, social distancing and national lockdowns forced many businesses to shut down completely. Those companies lucky enough to survive the blow were put in an uncomfortable situation that saw both employees and employers trying to adapt to remote working as fast […]
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Combining Tech and Personal Touch Enhance Guest Experiences and Help Hotels Stay Competitive in the Rapidly Evolving Landscape
As we advance through 2024, the hotel industry stands at a crossroads where technology and personal touch converge to redefine the guest experience. In an era dominated by digital transformation, hotels are not only adopting innovative technologies but are also enhancing the traditional, personalized service that guests cherish. This synthesis of the old and […]
A Day In The Life of a Hybrid Worker
A day in the life of a hybrid worker harnesses the flexibility of modern technology to balance personal responsibilities and professional duties seamlessly. Leveraging devices like Jabra’s Speak2 75 speakerphone, Evolve2 65 Flex headphones, and PanaCast 20 video conferencing webcam help hybrid workers transition smoothly between office settings and remote work, maintaining productivity without […]
Eco Pressures and Investment Shifts are Charting a New Course for U.S. Crude Oil Production
Energy independence and climate policy are increasingly at odds and the recent data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) reveals a striking trend: the United States has topped global crude oil production charts for the last six years, surpassing all previous records. This development prompts a deeper examination of America’s energy strategy at a […]
Cost Engineering Drives U.S. Automakers Toward Affordable Electric Vehicles
Could cost engineering emerge as a pivotal strategy for U.S. automakers striving to enhance the affordability of electric vehicles (EVs)? Facing significant challenges in production profitability and consumer affordability, manufacturers like Ford and Tesla face increasing pressure from aggressive pricing from Chinese competitors. As these financial pressures mount, highlighted by recent loss reports, […]