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To #TechBros, #DigitalEverything lovers out there gushing at Microsoft’s #AI #CoPilot announcement yesterday - what abt the toxic dark matter of AI in your office tools? Did we stop to think abt this in all the raving & getting on the “I’m gonna be an Expert" bandwagon? A thread.
Yes, #AI has oodles of great stuff in it. I know. Yes, lots of business processes will change in the coming months & years to take advantage of the AI wave.
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Much love @TeenVogue for sharing my story.
I came from a place where my options were limited as a young black man.
I'm only here b/c of the heroes in my life.
I'll spend the rest of my life paying their acts of kindness forward.
A personal thread..
teenvogue.com/story/alister-…
Much love @TeenVogue for sharing my story.
I came from a place where my options were limited as a young black man.
I'm only here b/c of the heroes in my life.
I'll spend the rest of my life paying their acts of kindness forward.
A personal thread..
teenvogue.com/story/alister-…
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My story wouldn't be possible were it not for the heroes I had, like my mom who sacrificed her dream so I might achieve mine.
@Twitter doesn't have enough cloud space to hold all I could write about what she means to me.
Put simply, what is best in me comes from this woman.
My story wouldn't be possible were it not for the heroes I had, like my mom who sacrificed her dream so I might achieve mine.
@Twitter doesn't have enough cloud space to hold all I could write about what she means to me.
Put simply, what is best in me comes from this woman.
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My 8th grade Math teacher Ms. Weise (former tennis pro then in her 2nd career) saw something in me that I could not see, that I was smart.
And yet, she knew the margin of error for black boys growing up in our town was slim where the dropout rate was 4x the national avg.
My 8th grade Math teacher Ms. Weise (former tennis pro then in her 2nd career) saw something in me that I could not see, that I was smart.
And yet, she knew the margin of error for black boys growing up in our town was slim where the dropout rate was 4x the national avg.
MEU India conferred the lifetime achievement award to Dr @profpiyushgupta in recognition of his substantial & meaningful contribution to #MedEd in India. He delivered the 10th #RitaSoodMemorialOration on the topic 'The Era of E-Teacher". 1/
@ProfPiyushGupta walked the audience through the evolution of e-teaching, evidence-base with a learner focus, the emergence of the e-teacher, experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the e-teacher of the future. #MedEd #CBME 2/
What is necessary to further close the #digitaldivide and help us reach #digitalequity? We are discussing it now in our forum, sponsored by @comcast. #NULCONF22
30% of Black households do not have access to Broadband. This made it more difficult for our communities in the height of the pandemic to register to vote, be able to be counted for the Census and sign up to get vaccinated. -@PROVERBSKIDS
Having internet access while churches were closed during the shutdown, “it made it easier to cheat on your church, too.” 🫣 @joitweets #NULCONF22
Who else attended today's @OECD Development Co-operation Report 2021 launch event on shaping a just #DigitalTransformation?✋
Panelists expanded upon some of the report's key themes, including:
📅 Acting now!
⬆️ More #coordination
🖼️ Strong #frameworks
🧑🤝🧑 #InclusiveDevelopment
Panelists expanded upon some of the report's key themes, including:
📅 Acting now!
⬆️ More #coordination
🖼️ Strong #frameworks
🧑🤝🧑 #InclusiveDevelopment
But we also heard a lot about #DigitalPublicGoods (#DPGs). Like... A LOT a lot.
So, what's the connection between #DPGs and a just, #inclusive #DigitalTransformation? Why have so many #donors, national #governments, and #tech experts alike expressed interest in #DPG solutions?
So, what's the connection between #DPGs and a just, #inclusive #DigitalTransformation? Why have so many #donors, national #governments, and #tech experts alike expressed interest in #DPG solutions?
Well, they all agree that #DigitalTransformation is at a tipping point globally, with the divisions between wealthy and developing nations especially stark: 96% of the world's unconnected people live in developing countries.
It's official. @POTUS signed the bipartisan #InfrastructureBill into law.
When Do We Get Our Broadband?
benton.org/blog/when-do-w…
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When Do We Get Our Broadband?
benton.org/blog/when-do-w…
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Now, action shifts from Congress to key federal agencies that will implement the broadband provisions.
@brookingsMetro noted it will be a longer-term, patient approach to rebuilding American competitiveness through infrastructure @jwkane1 @CarolineRGeorge @AdieTomer
@brookingsMetro noted it will be a longer-term, patient approach to rebuilding American competitiveness through infrastructure @jwkane1 @CarolineRGeorge @AdieTomer
Some key actions and deadlines in the months and years ahead:
#InfrastructureWeek has arrived!
This #Infrastructure bill is about more than money.
It is also a bold commitment to universal broadband that we should recognize and celebrate.
benton.org/blog/infrastru…
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This #Infrastructure bill is about more than money.
It is also a bold commitment to universal broadband that we should recognize and celebrate.
benton.org/blog/infrastru…
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Congress has included critical language that lays the foundation for the broadband future we are about to embark upon.
This historic law is focused squarely on connecting every American to a whole new generation of opportunity.
This historic law is focused squarely on connecting every American to a whole new generation of opportunity.
In the legislation, Congress finds that:
Access to affordable, reliable, high-speed broadband is essential to full participation in modern life in the United States.
Access to affordable, reliable, high-speed broadband is essential to full participation in modern life in the United States.
BSNL மற்றும் MTNL பொதுத்துறை நிறுவனத்திற்கு சொந்தமான 0.35 லட்சம் கோடி மதிப்புள்ள Fiber Optic Cable Network-க்குகளை ஒன்றிய அரசு, தனியாரிடம் ஒப்படைக்க முடிவு செய்துள்ளது. மக்கள் பொதுப்பணத்தில் கட்டப்பட்ட BSNL நிறுவனத்திற்கு சொந்தமான 15,000 Tower-களும் இதில் அடங்கும் (1/6)
இந்த தொழில்நுட்பங்கள் தனியாரிடம் ஒப்படைக்கப்படுவதில் முக்கியமாக கவனிக்கப்பட வேண்டியது, இவை மக்களின் தனியுரிமைக்கு (Privacy) பெரிதளவில் பாதிப்பு ஏற்படுத்தக்கூடியவை. Facebook, Google, Jio போன்ற நிறுவனங்கள் ஏற்கனவே இவற்றை அடியோடு அழித்துக் கொண்டு இருப்பதை நாம் அறிவோம் (2/6)
இணையம், தொழில்நுட்பம் அனைத்து மக்களுக்கும் கொண்டு சேர்க்க வேண்டியது அரசின் கடமை. அது தனியாரிடம் போகும்போது, அனைத்து மக்களுக்கும் இது எட்டாக் கனியாகவே அமையும். இடைவெளி பெரிதாகும் (Digital Divide). தனியார் நிறுவனங்கள் முற்றிலும் லாபநோக்கத்திலேயே இயங்கும் (3/6)
#eRUPI #UPI Vouchers for benefits is a radical departure from #DBT. Purpose and person aware #G2P payments are here. #SaveOurPrivacy
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ration_st… is digitized food stamps, but crucial digitization difference is it converts a bearer instrument like stamp / coupon into a person / purpose specific instrument, embedding automatic data emission about beneficiary upon use.
New Report ‘“A lonely place to be”
#AgeingWithoutChildren and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic’ Based on our survey earlier this year. Read press release & links here: awwoc.org/about-3-1 #AWOCCovid19 #ALonelyPlaceToBe 1/
#AgeingWithoutChildren and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic’ Based on our survey earlier this year. Read press release & links here: awwoc.org/about-3-1 #AWOCCovid19 #ALonelyPlaceToBe 1/
“We have been forgotten, ignored and marginalised......There was no-one stood at the bottom of our garden path waiting anxiously to be reunited with us when lockdown lifted.
It is a lonely place to be.” #AWOCCovid19 2/
It is a lonely place to be.” #AWOCCovid19 2/
“Living alone all the time (before the pandemic) I think people think you're "doing ok" in #lockdown because it's just the same as usual for you” #AgeingWithoutChildren #AWOCCovid19 #ALonelyPlaceToBe 3/
Good to see the observations of the Supreme Court in the #suomoto petition on #Covid19 crisis in #India. Certain key aspects of the order released today: 1/n
The court clearly understands that there are limits for judicial intervention on policy matters. But at the same time, the court clearly indicates that there are also circumstances wherein it should intervene as a constitutional court. 2/n
The policy of Central Government wherein it
is conducting free vaccination for those above 45 years and insisting on paid vaccination by the State/UT Governments and private hospitals for persons between 18-44 years is prima facie arbitrary and irrational. 3/n
is conducting free vaccination for those above 45 years and insisting on paid vaccination by the State/UT Governments and private hospitals for persons between 18-44 years is prima facie arbitrary and irrational. 3/n
@moma's "Black Reconstructions: Prosperity and Innovation" ended w/ George Washington Carver: "Since new developments are the products of a creative mind, we must therefore stimulate and encourage that type of mind in every way possible." Many thoughts! moma.org/calendar/event…
@TracieDHall1 moderated fantastic panel w/ Amanda Williams (insta: @awstudioart), Walter Hood (Hood Design Studio, they are hiring!!), + Rick Lowe (pioneering artist + @PRH_Houston, also hiring!!), drawing from @moma show "Reconstructions: Architecture and Blackness in America"
Some things that stuck with me: 1st one from Hood, who discussed "the body as a commemorative space", e.g. a memorial tattoo for deceased loved one. ✨Also relates to "community as archive" from before and makes me think of Indigenous tattooing. nationalobserver.com/2018/08/23/the…
#VaccinationForAll
The @MoHFW_INDIA has allowed on-site registration for the 18-44 age group. This is limited to Government #COVIDVaccination centers (CVCs) at the present moment.
pib.gov.in/PressReleseDet…
#cowinregistration #VaccinationDrive #COVID19 #IndiaFightsCOVID19
The @MoHFW_INDIA has allowed on-site registration for the 18-44 age group. This is limited to Government #COVIDVaccination centers (CVCs) at the present moment.
pib.gov.in/PressReleseDet…
#cowinregistration #VaccinationDrive #COVID19 #IndiaFightsCOVID19
But this is a mere eyewash because-
1.This has been left to the discretion of the respective state/ UT governments
2.This shall be implemented only if vaccine has been left unutilised from online registrations and that too at Government CVCs.
#VaccineFor18Plus #VaccineForAll
1.This has been left to the discretion of the respective state/ UT governments
2.This shall be implemented only if vaccine has been left unutilised from online registrations and that too at Government CVCs.
#VaccineFor18Plus #VaccineForAll
While this has been stated in a press release, the #CoWIN website’s FAQs still state that online registration is mandatory for 18-44 age group.
#cowinregistration #GetVaccinated #COVID19India
#cowinregistration #GetVaccinated #COVID19India
I am so pleased to join a great group of leaders from @MayoClinic @PennMedicine @Flywire to discuss how innovations from #COVID19 are making us rethink the future of #health.
Virtual event by @usnews, starting now!
usnews.com/news/live-even…
Virtual event by @usnews, starting now!
usnews.com/news/live-even…
Kevin Mahoney @PennMedicine on what they’ve learned: Went from how do we treat patients only in the hospital to talking care of patients no matter where they are. This is going to be a new way of providing care from now on. #HealthcareOfTomorrow
Exactly the right approach: @mayoclinic they quickly adjusted to the needs of communities and individual patients = local, specific approaches. -- Rita Khan #HealthcareOfTomorrow
So tired of @lawandeconomics argument that poor people just don't want #broadband & we don't know why. Why don't more people participate in #Lifeline? Maybe bc the subsidy is tiny & the Trump @FCC did its level best to make it hard to get. wired.com/story/opinion-…. #SubCommTech
@lawandeconomics @FCC I also invite anybody to go to their local library & wait a few hours to use the computers with free Internet access. #SubCommTech
@lawandeconomics @FCC Those with their hair aflame over "government-run broadband" seem unaware that the most common models today are public-private partnerships & open access networks which give commercial ISPs the opportunity to provide connectivity outside their service areas. #SubCommTech
@CleCityCouncil discusses history-making 541 million dollar stimulus (Part I)
Hi, I'm Teela! I will be tweeting last week’s Committee of the Whole meeting Tues 4/6 for #CLEDocumenters @CLEDocumenters @NeighborUpCLE
👀THIS IS ONE TO WATCH!! 👀
Hi, I'm Teela! I will be tweeting last week’s Committee of the Whole meeting Tues 4/6 for #CLEDocumenters @CLEDocumenters @NeighborUpCLE
👀THIS IS ONE TO WATCH!! 👀
Cleveland slated to receive half of the .5 billion dollars between May 10 - May 15 after President Joe Biden signed 1.9 trillion dollar economic stimulus
whitehouse.gov/american-rescu…
whitehouse.gov/american-rescu…
@kevinkelleyCLE: There is no formal agenda, this is a conversation among ourselves to discuss our ideas and priorities. Money MUST be spent by 2024. Official guidelines will be available in two weeks.
Super disappointed in this #netneutrality column by @ShiraOvide feat @ceciliakang. It misses the mark badly in so many ways. nytimes.com/2021/02/25/tec…
@ShiraOvide @ceciliakang 2 focus on the no blocking, throttling & discrimination mandates really is seeing half the story. What the Trump @FCC did in 2017, in addition 2 repealing the #netneutrality rules, was to abdicate its legal authority 2 protect consumers & competition in the #broadband market.
@ShiraOvide @ceciliakang @FCC That legal authority (Title II) gives the @FCC the power 2 protect consumers, promote competition & close the digital divide. Every action the @FCC takes 2 strengthen #Lifeline or give $$$ for rural #broadband deployment is on shaky legal ground without Title II authority.
And we're live! Follow the discussion on Twitter w/ #FCCLive.
Wireless Bureau Chief Don Stockdale outlines the FCC's work to free up low-, mid-, and high-band spectrum under @AjitPaiFCC's tenure:
📶Low: 600, 800, and 900 MHz
📶Mid: 2.5, 3.5, 3.7-4.2 GHz
📶High: 24, 28, 37, 39, and 47 GHz
#FCCLive
📶Low: 600, 800, and 900 MHz
📶Mid: 2.5, 3.5, 3.7-4.2 GHz
📶High: 24, 28, 37, 39, and 47 GHz
#FCCLive
Updated link! LIVE Now: @AjitPaiFCC's final address on the #DigitalDivide. He'll discuss the FCC's actions to bring more Internet access to more Americans, including:
✅Groundbreaking reverse auctions
✅Regulatory reforms
✅Modernizing Universal Service
✅Groundbreaking reverse auctions
✅Regulatory reforms
✅Modernizing Universal Service
"On my first full day in this job in January 2017, I convened a meeting of the FCC’s staff. ... I told the team that my number one priority as FCC Chairman would be closing the digital divide and bringing the benefits of the Internet age to all Americans." - @AjitPaiFCC
"In 1934, the U.S. government thought it was so important that every American have access to the telephone network that it created a new agency dedicated to that purpose. Now think about the countless ways that we rely on high-speed broadband connectivity today." - @AjitPaiFCC
Tough choice: @GavinNewsom and @JoeBiden speaking at the same time...
Going w/@GavinNewsom budget talk:
"There's no better investment than #teacher preparation."
You have my attention...
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"There's no better investment than #teacher preparation."
You have my attention...
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Adding funds for Special Ed, Early Childhood and Preschool- "Historic investments".
Of the $13B in deferrals $9.2B will be paid off- if #CaLeg adopts proposal
$2B to support reopening schools for in-person teaching
Go on... #Budget2021
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Of the $13B in deferrals $9.2B will be paid off- if #CaLeg adopts proposal
$2B to support reopening schools for in-person teaching
Go on... #Budget2021
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This is definitely a problem. There are many divides. Digital divide. Then not everyone had a credit card. Not everyone has a bank account.
22% of Americans are unbanked or underbanked.
“The events of recent months relating to COVID-19 ..have brought increased attention to the digital divide...an economy that runs on the assumption that individuals have full access to traditional banking”
forbes.com/advisor/bankin…
“The events of recent months relating to COVID-19 ..have brought increased attention to the digital divide...an economy that runs on the assumption that individuals have full access to traditional banking”
forbes.com/advisor/bankin…
“the unbanked and underbanked ..less education or to be in a racial or ethnic minority group, according to the Fed data. Put all of these characteristics together.. those who are unbanked and underbanked... who may have historically felt shut out of traditional banking”
Thread re: $7B for #broadband in the COVID-19 bill. Still waiting on the final bill (computer & printer problems, I'm told), but the breakdown is something like this:
1) $32B for $50 ($75 for tribal lands) monthly emergency bb benefit; 2) $1B for deployment on tribal lands 1/
1) $32B for $50 ($75 for tribal lands) monthly emergency bb benefit; 2) $1B for deployment on tribal lands 1/
3) $250M 4 telehealth; 4) $65M 4 #broadband mapping; 5) $300M grant program 4 bb in rural areas; 6) $2B for "rip & replace" (removing Chinese made equipment & replacing w. something more secure; 7) $285M for a "Connecting Minorities Community Fund," 2 expand bb in near HBCUs. 2/
There's a lot 2 celebrate in this bill, but nobody who is trying 2 close the #digitaldivide believes that this is enough. Here's what we should be most happy about: Bipartisan agreement that #broadband Internet is essential 4 full participation in society, economy, & culture. 3/
Your top priority was to weaken the FCC's authority to regulate the internet. You did that when you repealed #NetNeutrality. Meaning that when you needed to actually exercise your authority to close the #DigitalDivide in the middle of a pandemic, you had no way of doing so.
I could laugh about how bad Ajit Pai's policies have been under #COVID19 but the sad truth is that the FCC's ineptitude has real consequences. twincities.com/2020/11/10/st-…
And the programs that were designed to help people navigate crisis like the Lifeline program have been routinely targeted by Ajit Pai for reforms to weaken it. themarkup.org/ask-the-markup…
I spoke to a very upset elderly patient (more than 80 years old yesterday) who has hardly had any sleep the night before due to back pain and wanted to speak to a doctor. She was not online. I listened to her, suggested some painkillers and promised I would call her back today.
I asked her as I finished if she was online at all. She replied she wasn’t but she knew her son was. So I asked her if she would like to ask her son if he might get #recordsAccessAndUnderstanding for her. She said she would ask him and then inform me today #DigitalDivide
Today I called her back as promised and she immediately gave me her son’s telephone number eager for him to access her records. I just wanted to know how her back was and if meds I had given her had helped. (She has been waiting 6 months for epidural for lumbar stenosis)
