AI and cybersecurity lead CompTIA's agenda at RSAC 2025
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, April 18 [Category: Computer Technology] -- CompTIA posted the following news release:
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AI and cybersecurity lead CompTIA's agenda at RSAC 2025
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. - The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on cybersecurity jobs, skills, training and certifications is the focus for CompTIA, the leading global provider of vendor-neutral information technology (IT) training and certification products, at the upcoming RSAC(tm) 2025 conference.
CompTIA CEO Todd T more
Intense Virtual Reality Experience From peta2 Puts Princeton Students at the Mercy of AI-Powered Aliens
NORFOLK, Virginia, April 18 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release:
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Intense Virtual Reality Experience From peta2 Puts Princeton Students at the Mercy of AI-Powered Aliens
Princeton, N.J. - Can students convince a powerful, advanced alien species to set them free? That's the objective behind When They Came for Us, the immersive new virtual reality experience coming to college campuses courtesy of peta2, part of PETA's youth d more
Making AI-generated code more accurate in any language
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 18 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Making AI-generated code more accurate in any language
Programmers can now use large language models (LLMs) to generate computer code more quickly. However, this only makes programmers' lives easier if that code follows the rules of the programming language and doesn't cause a computer to crash.
Some methods exist for ensuring LLMs conform to the rules of whatever language they a more
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Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport CEO Krauter Testifies Before House Transportation Subcommittee (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation released the following testimony by Larry Krauter, CEO of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, from an April 8, 2025, hearing entitled "America Builds: Airport Infrastructure, Safety and Regulatory Environment":
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Good morning, Chairman Nehls, Vice-Chair Wied and Ranking Member Cohen and Members of the Aviation Subcommittee. My name is Larry Krauter, and I serve as the CEO of the more
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport CEO Krauter Testifies Before House Transportation Subcommittee (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation released the following testimony by Larry Krauter, CEO of the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, from an April 8, 2025, hearing entitled "America Builds: Airport Infrastructure, Safety and Regulatory Environment":
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(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
* FAA should specify that the streamlined PFC authorization process only requires airport sponsors to conduct the appropriate outreach to more
Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority President Testifies Before House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation released the following testimony by Michael Landguth, president and CEO of the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority, from an April 8, 2025, hearing entitled "America Builds: Airport Infrastructure, Safety and Regulatory Environment":
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Chairman Nehls and Ranking Member Cohen, thank you for the opportunity to testify at today's hearing. I am Michael Landguth, President and CEO of the Raleigh-Durham Airp more
Transport Workers Union Air Division Director Sutton Testifies Before House Transportation & Infrastructure Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation released the following testimony by Andre Sutton, Air Division director and international vice president of the Transport Workers Union of America, from an April 8, 2025, hearing entitled "America Builds: Airport Infrastructure, Safety and Regulatory Environment":
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Chairman Nehls, Ranking Member Cohen, Chairman Graves, Ranking Member Larsen, and members of the Subcommittee on Aviation, thank you v more
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EPA Releases Public Communication From Styrene Information and Research Center
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has released the following public communication dated March 18, 2025, from the Styrene Information and Research Center Inc.
Here is the cover letter:
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On behalf of the Styrene Information and Research Center, Inc. (SIRC) I submit its comments the selection of styrene as a candidate for designation as a High-Priority Substance for risk evaluation under section 6 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). SIRC is a non-profi more
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NSF Announces $12 Million for Responsible Technology Design & Deployment
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced a significant funding opportunity, totaling an estimated $12 million, to support the "Responsible Design, Development, and Deployment of Technologies" (ReDDDoT).
This initiative aims to foster ethical, legal, and societal considerations in the advancement of key technological areas.
The ReDDDoT program seeks proposals from multidisciplinary and multi-sector teams focused on artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and/o more
U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires Announces $250,000 for Public Diplomacy Programs
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The State Department U.S. Embassy in Argentina has announced a funding opportunity with $250,000 available for its Annual Program Statement.
This initiative supports public diplomacy programs designed to strengthen ties between the United States and Argentina.
The U.S. Embassy is seeking proposals that address one or more of the following strategic areas:
* Economic Strength and Prosperity, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation
* Good Governance, Transparency, Accountabil more
U.S. Mission to Argentina Funds Strategic Programs to Strengthen U.S.-Argentina Ties
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The State Department U.S. Mission to Argentina, through its Public Affairs Section (PAS), has announced a funding opportunity to support strategic programs aimed at strengthening ties between the United States and Argentina.
These programs focus on key areas designed to promote American prosperity and security.
The U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires PAS Strategic Programs initiative will provide grants to academic, cultural, educational, and other non-profit organizations, as w more
U.S. Mission to Jamaica Announces Public Diplomacy Grants Program Despite $0 Estimated Funding
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The State Department U.S. Mission to Jamaica has announced its Public Diplomacy Grants Program under Funding Opportunity.
Despite an estimated total program funding of $0 listed in the announcement, the Embassy invites eligible applicants to submit proposals aligned with several key priority areas. The program aims to support projects that demonstrate a clear benefit to the bilateral relationship between the U.S. and Jamaica, promote a safer, stronger, and more prospero more
U.S. Mission to Malaysia Announces $500,000 in Small Grants to Strengthen US-Malaysia Ties
WASHINGTON, April 19 -- The State Department U.S. Mission to Malaysia has announced the availability of $500,000 in funding through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program, as outlined in the Annual Program Statement.
This initiative aims to bolster ties between the United States and Malaysia through projects that promote U.S. interests and foster bilateral cooperation across various sectors.
The U.S. Embassy Kuala Lumpur Public Affairs Section (PAS) anticipates awarding approximately 10 gr more
DOD Munitions Directorate Forecasts 'University Day' Grants for Academic Research Partners
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Munitions Directorate has issued a forecast for a funding opportunity titled "University Day."
This initiative aims to solicit leading-edge research proposals from U.S. universities that do not currently have an existing contractual or grant relationship with the Air Force Research Laboratory/Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW).
While specific funding amounts, award ceiling, and floor are yet to be announced, the forecast indicates that AFRL/ more
DOD Munitions Directorate Launches $750 Million Broad Agency Announcement for Air Dominance Research
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The U.S. Department of Defense Munitions Directorate has announced a significant funding opportunity through its Air Dominance Broad Agency Announcement (BAA).
This initiative has an estimated total program funding with an award ceiling of $750,000,000, aimed at fostering cutting-edge research and development to ensure air dominance capabilities. The award floor has not been specified.
While the expected number of awards is not detailed in this announcement, the substan more
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers: $36,000 Grant Opportunity for Natural Resources Training at Dworshak Project
WASHINGTON, April 18 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced a grant opportunity offering $36,000 for a Natural Resources Training and Education program at the Dworshak Project.
This funding, provided through a cooperative agreement, aims to combine educational and job-training experiences with the maintenance of public lands.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking a capable organization to deliver education and training that equips individuals with practical skills whi more
SBA Offers Over $1.1 Million in Grants for Manufacturing Training Through 'Empower to Grow' Program
WASHINGTON, April 17 -- The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced a funding opportunity totaling $1,148,658 through its "Empower to Grow (E2G) Program Manufacturing."
This grant program is designed to support the development and delivery of innovative manufacturing training and technical assistance to eligible small manufacturing businesses, with a particular emphasis on firms located within HUBZones (Historically Underutilized Business Zones).
The SBA expects to award three grant more
HHS to Award $2.5 Million for Community Falls Prevention Programs
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Community Living (ACL), has announced a funding opportunity to expand evidence-based falls prevention programs for older adults and adults with disabilities.
The initiative, titled "Expanding Strategies for Community Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programming," will award cooperative agreements to entities focused on targeted partnerships and innovative strategies. The goal is to enha more
NOAA Offers $600,000 to Support Hawaii Coral Reef Fisheries Management
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is offering approximately $600,000 in grant funding to support the development of Sustainable Coral Reef Fisheries Management Plans (CR-FMPs) across the Hawaiian Islands.
According to the grant announcement, the funding, under the FY 2025 NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program - Ruth D. Gates initiative, aims to aid state and national management goals. The selected organizations will col more
State Department Announces Small Grants Program
WASHINGTON, April 15 -- The U.S. State Department Mission to Uruguay is inviting proposals for its Small Grants Program, which aims to support the Embassy's strategic priorities.
The Department of State is making this opportunity available to various organizations to develop and implement programs that strengthen the relationship between the U.S. and Uruguay.
The selected applicant will manage a sub-award program, including promoting it, reviewing proposals, managing payments, and monitoring more