Optica: Spectroscopy system detects aerosols using everyday surfaces
WASHINGTON, July 30 [Category: Medical] -- Optica, formerly the Optical Society, posted the following news release:
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Spectroscopy system detects aerosols using everyday surfaces
Researchers replaced field-deployed mirrors with reflections from common surfaces, thus enabling fast, long-distance detection of hazardous aerosols in real-world environments
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Researchers have developed and tested an infrared spectroscopy system that can rapidly detect chemical aerosols from a distance by usi more
5 Things to Know About the Syracuse University's Newest AI Degrees
SYRACUSE, New York, July 29 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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5 Things to Know About the University's Newest AI Degrees
The programs, two bachelor's and a master's degrees, will be available to students in the School of Information Studies and the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
Dialynn Dwyer
Students this fall will be able to enroll in new artificial intelligence degree programs, housed in the School of Information Studies and the College of Engineering a more
Albany Law Faculty Share Expertise With New York Judiciary Through Statewide Judicial Institute Programs
ALBANY, New York, July 29 -- Albany Law School issued the following news:
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Albany Law Faculty Share Expertise with New York Judiciary Through Statewide Judicial Institute Programs
Four Albany Law School faculty members were invited to share their expertise with judges from across New York this summer through two of the state's premier judicial education programs hosted by the New York State Judicial Institute.
Professors Patrick M. Connors, Vincent Martin Bonventre, Ray Brescia, and Mic more
Alumnus Sean Wu and Pepperdine University Professor Fabien Scalzo Explore Kidney Disease Treatment With AI Modeling
MALIBU, California, July 29 (TNSjou) -- Pepperdine University issued the following news:
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Alumnus Sean Wu and Pepperdine Professor Fabien Scalzo Explore Kidney Disease Treatment with AI Modeling
Jacqueline Cleaveland
Shaped like microscopic corkscrews, winding ropes, and flat ribbons, proteins inside kidney cells keep the whole organ in working order.
Since the kidney's various functions are reliant on the structure of the proteins that it is made of, disease can arise when its shape more
Artificial Intelligence Brings New Perspective to New Jersey Institute of Technology Institutional Data Sources
NEWARK, New Jersey, July 29 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Artificial Intelligence Brings New Perspective to NJIT Institutional Data Sources
Written by: Evan Koblentz
New Jersey Institute of Technology is applying an artificial intelligence layer to its institutional data resources, so that anyone in the NJIT community might find the information they need delivered faster than searching manually and perhaps served with a side of unexpected insights more
AT&T Closes Acquisition of Spectrum Licenses From EchoStar
DALLAS, Texas, July 29 -- AT&T issued the following news release:
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AT&T Closes Acquisition of Spectrum Licenses from EchoStar
Transaction boosts AT&T's 5G capacity nationwide, giving customers across the U.S. a stronger, faster connection
Key Takeaways:
* Acquisition adds approximately 50 MHz of low-band and mid-band spectrum to AT&T's holdings - covering virtually every market across the U.S., strengthening AT&T's position in advanced connectivity across 5G and fiber.
* AT&T reiterat more
Bowdoin College: Harnessing AI for the Common Good
BRUNSWICK, Maine, July 29 -- Bowdoin College issued the following news:
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Harnessing AI for the Common Good
By Tom Porter
The inaugural cohort of Hastings Summer Fellows have been using and learning about various artificial intelligence (AI) tools during the break as they work faculty and staff on a wide range of projects, all of them aimed at making the world a better place.
Five students are enrolled in the eight-week funded summer fellowship, launched this year as part of the Hasting more
Brandeis University: Ain Family Start-Up Award Fellow Applies Collaborative Approach to Research
WALTHAM, Massachusetts, July 29 -- Brandeis University issued the following news:
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Ain Family Start-Up Award fellow applies collaborative approach to research
For senior Shamsi Mumtahina Momo, one of the most rewarding things about a Brandeis education is the sense of exploration inherent in the liberal arts. Taking classes across different fields allowed her interests to grow in directions she never expected.
"You're exposed to different classes and various fields," she said. "It makes more
BST Global Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Global AEC Project Management Solutions Company of the Year Recognition for Excellence in AI-Powered Intelligent Project Management
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 29 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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BST Global Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Global AEC Project Management Solutions Company of the Year Recognition for Excellence in AI-Powered Intelligent Project Management
Recognized for delivering intelligent project management through client-specific innovation, exceptional customer experience, more
Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science Issues Q&A on Why Humans and Trust Remain Essential to the Future of AI-Driven Software Engineering
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, July 29 -- Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science issued the following Q&A on July 28, 2026, involving professor Claire Le Goues:
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You Can't Remove Humans From Software Engineering
CMU Professor Says Future of the Field Depends on People as Much as AI
By Mallory Lindahl
There's no doubt that artificial intelligence is transforming how software is built, and tools that can generate code in seconds have sparked excitement about the future of progr more
Columbia University Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Climate Scientist Marco Tedesco Examines What Responsible AI Could Look Like
NEW YORK, July 29 -- Columbia University Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news:
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Climate Scientist Marco Tedesco Examines What Responsible AI Could Look Like
The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory researcher is helping launch an AI working group to explore how AI can support climate research without undermining ethics, equity or scientific judgment.
By Vishal Manve
Marco Tedesco does not sound like a man trying to sell artificial intelligence.
He does not describe i more
Columbia: Can Art Change the World?
NEW YORK, July 29 -- Columbia University issued the following news:
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Can Art Change the World?
Vishakha Desai has edited an anthology that examines the recent intersections between visual art and social movements.
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Over the past decade, social and political movements transformed the arts. From the streets of Chile and Iran to museums in Europe and the United States--and from questions of representation and repatriation to demands for equity and justice--protest and activism affected t more
Common Sense Media, Child Safety Groups Applaud Final Regulations Under New York's SAFE for Kids Act
SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 29 -- Common Sense Media issued the following news release on July 28, 2026:
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Common Sense Media, Child Safety Groups Applaud Final Regulations Under New York's SAFE for Kids Act
NEW YORK -- Common Sense Media and other child safety advocacy groups extended their strong support for final regulations issued today under New York's SAFE for Kids Act, which protects children from addictive social media feeds.
Following Governor Kathy Hochul's signing of the l more
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Deputy Director Paoletta Issues Remarks at Meeting of Financial Literacy & Education Commission
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued the following remarks on July 27, 2026, by Deputy Director Mark Paoletta at a public meeting of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission:
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Good afternoon. I want to thank Secretary Bessent and the staff of the Treasury Department for convening this meeting, and for their leadership on digital financial literacy.
Under the superb leadership of Acting Director Vought, the CFPB is advancing the Trump Administration's more
WASHINGTON, July 29 (TNSrep) -- The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association issued the following news release on July 28, 2026:
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Demand Rebounds and Continues Upward Trend
The latest CapEx Finance Index (CFI), released today by the Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA), showed that recent cooling was more about normalization than a weakening of fundamentals. The two-year trend in activity remains upward, and the year-end forecast for total new business activity is at an all-ti more
Gartner Predicts AI Agents Will Outnumber Sellers 10 to 1 by 2028, Yet Fewer Than 40% of Sellers Will Say Agents Improved Productivity
STAMFORD, Connecticut, July 29 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Predicts AI Agents Will Outnumber Sellers 10 to 1 by 2028, Yet Fewer Than 40% of Sellers Will Say Agents Improved Productivity
Sales Leaders Risk AI Agent Sprawl Unless They Overhaul Data, Automation and User Experience
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By 2028, AI agents will outnumber sellers by 10 times, yet fewer than 40% of sellers will say AI agents have improv more
Gonzaga University Launches AI Transformation Program for Inland Northwest Organizations
SPOKANE, Washington, July 29 -- Gonzaga University issued the following news:
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Gonzaga Launches AI Transformation Program for Inland Northwest Organizations
Gonzaga University is launching the Gonzaga Organizational AI Transformation Program, a regional initiative to help Inland Northwest organizations adopt AI responsibly and build the durable, self-managed capabilities needed to keep transforming as AI continues to evolve.
The initiative is led through Gonzaga's Institute for Informat more
GSK to Establish New Flagship R&D Centre on Cambridge Biomedical Campus, UK
LONDON, England, July 29 -- GSK (formerly GlaxoSmithKline), a biopharmaceutical company, issued the following news release on July 28, 2026:
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GSK to establish new flagship R&D centre on Cambridge Biomedical Campus, UK
* Investment further integrates company into world-class ecosystem of biomedical research, patient care and academia
* Catalyst to fuel collaboration and accelerate GSK R&D and medicine development
* pound sterling400 million investment in UK life sciences
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GSK plc (LS more
Hofstra University: Innovation Research Fellow Grants Advance Breakthrough Research Across Healthcare and Quantum Computing
HEMPSTEAD, New York, July 29 -- Hofstra University issued the following news:
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Innovation Research Fellow Grants Advance Breakthrough Research Across Healthcare and Quantum Computing
Lindsey Angioletti
Two interdisciplinary research projects with the potential to improve patient care and accelerate next-generation computing have received more than $50,000 through the 2026 Innovation Research Fellow Grant program at Hofstra University's Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the more
How LLNL is Using AI, Robotics and Automation to Accelerate Advanced Manufacturing
LIVERMORE, California, July 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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How LLNL is using AI, robotics and automation to accelerate advanced manufacturing
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) scientists and engineers, in conjunction with the Department of Energy (DOE) and National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), are increasingly looking to AI, robotics and automation to help accelerate advanced manufacturing, mat more
INCOMPAS Urges FCC to Issue NPRM on State Pole Attachment Certifications
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- INCOMPAS issued the following news release:
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INCOMPAS Urges FCC to Issue NPRM on State Pole Attachment Certifications
INCOMPAS, the competitive communications and AI infrastructure association, filed reply comments yesterday with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) urging the agency to issue a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to establish a clear process for determining whether states that have certified jurisdiction over pole attachments continue to me more
Inductive Automation Renews Its Support of Penn College
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, July 29 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news:
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Inductive Automation renews its support of Penn College
An innovator in the industrial software market is continuing its commitment to Pennsylvania College of Technology for the 2026-27 academic year.
Inductive Automation has renewed 170 licenses of its Ignition software (version 8.3) for use at the college. Students employ the platform to create dashboards for viewing real-time dat more
Leonardo DRS to Acquire Raft, Expanding Multi-Domain AI, Data Fusion and Mission Software Capabilities
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 29 -- Leonardo DRS, a company that says it provides advanced defense technology to U.S. national security customers and allies around the world, issued the following news release on July 28, 2026:
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Leonardo DRS to Acquire Raft, Expanding Multi-Domain AI, Data Fusion and Mission Software Capabilities
Acquisition adds new capabilities in open-architecture software and AI to support integrated mission solutions
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Leonardo DRS, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRS) today announced t more
LPL Financial's Latitude Unifies Technology Built for the Future of Advice
AUSTIN, Texas, July 29 -- LPL Financial Holdings Inc., an investment advisory firm company, posted the following news release on July 28, 2026:
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LPL Financial's Latitude Unifies Technology Built for the Future of Advice
Secure, resilient, data-driven and AI-embedded technology experience.
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SAN DIEGO -- LPL Financial LLC today announced LPL Latitude, the company's unified technology experience that connects the firm's capabilities across data, cybersecurity, infrastructure resiliency, more
Lumina Foundation Issues Commentary: America's Learning Opportunities Shouldn't Be This Hard to Find
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, July 29 -- The Lumina Foundation issued the following commentary by Strategy Director Chris Mullin:
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America's learning opportunities shouldn't be this hard to find
We don't need better pathways. We need a better map.
"Where can I learn to fix boat engines?" my teenage son asked one day.
It sounded like a simple question. He wasn't looking for a four-year degree. He plans to study marine science and wants practical mechanical skills--for the obvious reason that b more
Mayor Mamdani, DYCD, New York City FC and City in the Community Launch New Sports and Technology Challenge for Young New Yorkers
NEW YORK, July 29 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on July 28, 2026:
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Mayor Mamdani, DYCD, New York City FC and City in the Community Launch New Sports and Technology Challenge for Young New Yorkers
What you should know
* New York City Sports and Technology Innovation Challenge will engage hundreds of young people through the City's Summer Youth Employment Program
* Students will design projects exploring the future of sports, technology and climate-resil more
MIT: Making robots faster by helping them think ahead
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, July 29 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Making robots faster by helping them think ahead
By planning actions based on the future position of a robot, the VLASH technique streamlines motions and accelerates performance.
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A new method developed by MIT researchers makes robots better at thinking ahead while they are acting, leading to smoother motions and quicker reactions.
This technique enables the artificial intellig more
NC Cash Names MaryAnne Fitzpatrick as New Leader: Longtime Deputy Treasurer Retires Sept. 1
RALEIGH, North Carolina, July 29 -- The North Carolina State Treasurer issued the following news release:
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NC Cash Names MaryAnne Fitzpatrick as New Leader: Longtime Deputy Treasurer Retires Sept. 1
The N.C. Department of State Treasurer is announcing MaryAnne Fitzpatrick as the next Deputy Treasurer of the state's Unclaimed Property Division (UPD). This promotion comes after 12 years of service to UPD, most recently as the Assistant Deputy Treasurer since 2022.
"MaryAnne has long been more
Paul K. Kearns to Retire as Director of Argonne National Laboratory After Nearly a Decade of Distinguished Leadership
ARGONNE, Illinois, July 29 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release on July 27, 2026:
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Paul K. Kearns to retire as director of Argonne National Laboratory after nearly a decade of distinguished leadership
UChicago Argonne, LLC to conduct international search for next laboratory director
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The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory announced today that Director Paul K. Kearns will retire after nearly ten years more
Radisson Hotel Group and Accenture Redefine Travel Discovery on ChatGPT
NEW YORK, July 29 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release:
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Radisson Hotel Group and Accenture Redefine Travel Discovery on ChatGPT
New Radisson Hotels app in ChatGPT helps travelers move from trip intent to relevant hotel options, live rates, and direct booking paths, advancing Radisson Hotel Group's agentic commerce strategy
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BRUSSELS and NEW YORK - Radisson Hotel Group has collaborated with Accenture (NYSE: ACN) in launching an AI- more
Report Finds Business Schools Globally Are Entering a New Era of AI Transformation
TAMPA, Florida, July 29 [Category: Education] (TNSrep) -- The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business issued the following news release:
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Report Finds Business Schools Globally Are Entering a New Era of AI Transformation
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Inspire Higher Ed, in collaboration with AACSB International (AACSB), the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), and the Graduate Business Curriculum Roundtable (GBCR), announced the release of the July 2026 update to A Framework for Artificial In more
Rutgers: Researchers Find New Jerseyans Want Regulations Around AI and Mental Health
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, July 29 (TNSjou) -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
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Researchers Find New Jerseyans Want Regulations Around AI and Mental Health
Rutgers investigators observe even higher support from people who previously used chatbots for advice
By Nicole Swenarton
Nearly 6 in 10 New Jersey adults support regulating how artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots interact with users seeking mental health advice, according to a study conducted by the Eagleton Center more
Second Century Ventures Announces 8 Companies for 2026 REACH Commercial Scale-Up Program
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- The National Association of Realtors issued the following news release:
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Second Century Ventures Announces 8 Companies for 2026 REACH Commercial Scale-Up Program
Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of REALTORS(R) and the most active global real estate technology fund, announced today the acceptance of eight companies to the 2026 REACH Commercial program. Launched in 2019, this marks the eighth cohort dedicated to scalin more
Southern Illinois University Takes Second Place in International Agricultural Robotics Competition
CARBONDALE, Illinois, July 29 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release:
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SIU takes second place in international agricultural robotics competition
Southern Illinois University Carbondale's Agricultural Robotics Club accomplished an impressive feat in its first international competition earlier this month with a second-place finish in the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers' Robotics Student Design Competition.
Joy Howard, an undergraduate more
TEDCO Supports SyndexAI Through Concept Capital Program
COLUMBIA, Maryland, July 29 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release:
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TEDCO Supports SyndexAI Through Concept Capital Program
Early-stage company creating predictive intelligence platform to bring real-time intelligence to companies
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TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced recently providing $25,000 in Concept Capital support for SyndexAI by TANTV.
"Bringing together media and technology veterans from across more
Telekom Srbija Modernizes Customer Engagement and AI-Driven Marketing With SAS
CARY, North Carolina, July 29 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release:
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Telekom Srbija modernizes customer engagement and AI-driven marketing with SAS
SAS Customer Intelligence 360 and SAS Viya help deliver personalized engagement, and scale AI decisioning initiatives.
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Telekom Srbija, the leading telecommunications provider in Serbia and a major presence in Southeast and Central Europe, is redefining what it means to be more
University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute: Data Centers Could Help Solve the Power Crisis They're Creating
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 29 -- The University of Chicago Energy Policy Institute issued the following news:
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Data Centers Could Help Solve the Power Crisis They're Creating
AI data centers could reliably commit 40% of their electricity demand as flexible load, easing the reliability gap without waiting years for new power plants to be built.
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U.S. electricity demand is growing at its fastest pace in decades, driven overwhelmingly by data centers, and grid operators can't build generati more
University of Miami: Pioneer on the AI Legal Frontier
CORAL GABLES, Florida, July 29 -- The University of Miami issued the following news:
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A pioneer on the AI legal frontier
The Miami Law and AI Lab, an interdisciplinary work team, is researching and developing tools to improve efficiencies across the legal domain and educating a new generation of lawyers on the ways that AI is impacting the profession.
By Michael R. Malone, m.malone@miami.edu
A few years back, as the AI boom was just beginning to rumble, then-interim and now University more
University of Michigan Issues Q&A Involving Survey of Consumers Director Hsu
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, July 29 -- The University of Michigan issued the following Q&A on July 28, 2026, involving Joanne Hsu, director of U-M's Survey of Consumers:
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What Americans are telling economists about AI, inflation and the economy
Written By: Jared Wadley
The stock market may be soaring, but many Americans aren't celebrating. As the country heads toward another midterm election, a University of Michigan expert says that while investors are benefiting from record stock prices fuel more
University of Michigan Researcher Discovers New Ant Behavior That Could Help Protect Coffee From Pests
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, July 29 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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U-M researcher discovers new ant behavior that could help protect coffee from pests
For the first time, ants were observed using the homes of pests known as coffee berry borers to rear their own young
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Ants are known allies in the fight against coffee pests known as coffee berry borers. Now, a discovery made by Jonathan "Jonno" Morris while he was a University of Michigan graduate student h more
University of Michigan-Dearborn: Computer Science Undergrad Lands a Spot on NASA-linked Research Team
DEARBORN, Michigan, July 29 -- The University of Michigan Dearborn Campus issued the following news:
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Computer science undergrad lands a spot on NASA-linked research team
Christian Nwobu is co-developing a system that enables swarms of autonomous space drones to communicate with one another using light.
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Christian Nwobu never envisioned himself conducting research when he began his studies at UM-Dearborn. The East Lansing native, now a senior, began pursuing a degree in computer and i more
University of Wyoming Researcher Receives NSF CAREER Award to Advance Robotic Systems
LARAMIE, Wyoming, July 29 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW Researcher Receives NSF CAREER Award to Advance Robotic Systems
Robots are increasingly capable of helping people complete physical tasks, but many current systems are designed to assist with task execution rather than teach people to develop independent motor skills.
Existing robot-assisted training systems can guide movement, provide physical support or improve short-term performance, but these forms more
Upper Peninsula Communities Receive $1.4 Million in EGLE Recycling Infrastructure Grants
LANSING, Michigan, July 29 -- The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy issued the following news release:
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Upper Peninsula communities receive $1.4 million in EGLE Recycling Infrastructure Grants
State investments help communities strengthen recycling infrastructure, protect public health, and safeguard natural resources
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MARQUETTE, Michigan -- The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) joined local and state partners in Marquette toda more
20 Recognized as a CRN 2026 Best of the Channel Awards Finalist
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, July 28 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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The 20 Recognized as a CRN 2026 Best of the Channel Awards Finalist
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The 20 MSP is proud to announce that it has been recognized by CRN as a finalist in the second annual CRN Best of the Channel Awards in the Best Solution Provider Team of the Year category.
As a finalist, The 20 MSP team is being spotlighted for their dedication to channel innovation and excellence more
ACC's Dr. Monique Reeves Shares National Strategy for Higher Education Innovation on EdUp Experience Podcast
AUSTIN, Texas, July 28 -- Austin Community College District posted the following news:
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ACC's Dr. Monique Reeves Shares National Strategy for Higher Education Innovation on EdUp Experience Podcast
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Austin Community College District (ACC) Executive Vice Chancellor for the Future Dr. Monique Reeves is taking the College's approach to innovation to a national audience. Reeves joined "The EdUp Experience" podcast to discuss how colleges can better prepare for the future by rethinking leade more
Adapter for Mounting Cable Hangers
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- OUTDOOR WIRELESS NETWORKS LLC, Richardson, Texas has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1136636 S1, initially filed April 15, 2024) developed by three inventors Marcus J. Ash, Castle Rock, Colorado; Bin Ai, Suzhou, China; and Jian Xu, Suzhou, China, for "Adapter for mounting cable hangers." more
Agentic AI Emergency Response Analytics
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- RAPIDSOS, INC., New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12695829 B1, initially filed Oct. 21, 2025) developed by four inventors James Patrick Olejar, Jr., Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Michael Martin, Long Island City, New York; Martin Vejmelka, Prague, Czech Republic; and Zachery LaValley, Arlington, Massachusetts, for "Agentic AI emergency response analytics." more
AI Responses by Comparison
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- An inventor from Tarpon Springs, Florida, Mark Lambert has been awarded a patent (No. US 12694018 B2, initially filed Jan. 21, 2025) for "AI responses by comparison." more
AI-accelerated Data Sequence Engineering System
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- MANAS AI, INC., New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694272 B1, initially filed March 21, 2025) developed by Varun Shanker, Mountain View, California, and Siddhartha Mukherjee, New York, New York, for "AI-accelerated data sequence engineering system." more
AI-assisted Authentication Using Synthetic Media Object Permanence Tests
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- NSURE.AI PAYMENT ASSURANCE LTD., Tel-Aviv, Israel has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694089 B2, initially filed March 11, 2024) developed by Ziv Isaiah, Tel-Aviv, Israel, and Neta Bresler, Ramat-HaSharon, Israel, for "AI-assisted authentication using synthetic media object permanence tests." more
AI-enabled Early-Pet Acquisition
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V., Eindhoven, Netherlands has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694590 B2, initially filed June 16, 2021) developed by five inventors Andreas Georg Goedicke, Aachen, Germany; Andre Frank Salomon, Aachen, Germany; Michael Grass, Buchholz in der Nordheide, Germany; Piotr Jan Maniawski, Chagrin Falls, Ohio; and Matthias Bertram, Aachen, Germany, for "AI-enabled early-pet acquisition." more
AI-powered camera system offers low-cost way to monitor bumblebees, potentially other insects
CORVALLIS, Oregon, July 28 -- Oregon State University posted the following news release:
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AI-powered camera system offers low-cost way to monitor bumblebees, potentially other insects
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CORVALLIS, Ore. - Researchers have developed a low-cost, semi-automated, AI-driven method that uses remote cameras to survey bumblebees and potentially other insects.
The new tool could have important implications for efforts to conserve declining insect populations Link is external. This includes bumbl more
AI-powered Virtual Tag Coverage Expansion
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- FINOUT LTD, Tel Aviv, Israel has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694034 B1, initially filed March 25, 2026) developed by three inventors Zohar Yizhar Gilboa, Rehovot, Israel; Asaf Josef Liveanu, Herzliya, Israel; and Roi Rav-Hon, New York, New York, for "AI-powered virtual tag coverage expansion." more
Americans Lost an Estimated $148 Billion to Online Scams & Crimes in 2025, Up Nearly 26% From 2024, $1009 Per Household Average
WASHINGTON, July 28 [Category: Consumer Services] (TNSrpt) -- The Consumer Federation of America posted the following news release:
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Americans Lost an Estimated $148 Billion to Online Scams & Crimes in 2025, Up Nearly 26% From 2024, $1009 Per Household Average
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Americans lost an estimated $148.2 billion to online scams & crimes in 2025, up 25.8% from 2024, a per household loss of $1,009, according to an updated report from the Consumer Federation of America (CFA). This "true" cost of s more
Apple Upgrade launches in the United States
CUPERTINO, California, July 28 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news:
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Apple Upgrade launches in the United States
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CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Apple today announced Apple Upgrade, a new product leasing program provided by Klarna for iPhone, Apple Watch, Mac, and iPad available on the Apple Store online, in the Apple Store app, and at Apple Store locations in the United States.1 Apple more
Architecture for AI Accelerator Platform
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- OPEN AL OPCO, LLC, San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693858 B2, initially filed April 9, 2024) developed by Nawab Ali, Bellingham, Washington, for "Architecture for AI accelerator platform." more
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Enhanced Betting Odds Method, System, and Apparatus
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- ADRENALINEIP, Washington, District of Columbia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694760 B2, initially filed June 23, 2021) developed by four inventors Casey Alexander Huke, Washington, District of Columbia; John Cronin, Jericho, Vermont; Joseph Bodkin, Quincy, Massachusetts; and Harrison Grant, Anaheim, California, for "Artificial intelligence and machine learning enhanced betting odds method, system, and apparatus." more
Artificial Intelligence and Tracing-Enabled Automated Healing for Mobile Device Deployments
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- INTUIT INC., Mountain View, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693847 B2, initially filed Sept. 29, 2023) developed by three inventors Muralidhar Kattimani, San Ramon, California; Mayuresh Sanjay Raut, Milpitas, California; and Omer Muhammed, Concord, California, for "Artificial intelligence and tracing-enabled automated healing for mobile device deployments." more
Artificial Intelligence for Evaluating Patient Distress Using Facial Emotion Recognition
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI, Miami, Florida has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693733 B2, initially filed Aug. 6, 2020) developed by Dipen J. Parekh, Miami, Florida, and Jonathan E. Katz, Miami, Florida, for "Artificial intelligence for evaluating patient distress using facial emotion recognition." more
Artificial Intelligence for Passive Liveness Detection
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- IDMISSION LLC, Boulder, Colorado has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694710 B2, initially filed July 27, 2022) developed by three inventors Ashim Banerjee, Boulder, Colorado; Sandeep Gandhi, San Ramon, California; and Goran Rauker, Lyons, Colorado, for "Artificial intelligence for passive liveness detection." more
Artificial Intelligence Systems and Methods for Governance-Gated Relational Coordination, Cross-Domain Propagation, and Compatibility Processing of Composite Relational Entities
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- RAIN HOLDINGS, INC., Laguna Beach, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694160 B1, initially filed Dec. 18, 2025) developed by Marc Berger, Laguna Beach, California, for "Artificial intelligence systems and methods for governance-gated relational coordination, cross-domain propagation, and compatibility processing of composite relational entities." more
Artificial Intelligence-Based Optimal Air Damper Control System and Method for Increasing Energy Efficiency of Industrial Boilers
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- KOREA ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE, Seongnam-si, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693009 B2, initially filed Oct. 26, 2023) developed by four inventors Ki Woong Kwon, Seoul, South Korea; Seung Hyeon Park, Yongin-si, South Korea; Sang Hun Kim, Suwon-si, South Korea; and Dong Jin Yang, Suwon-si, South Korea, for "Artificial intelligence-based optimal air damper control system and method for increasing energy efficiency of industrial boilers." more
As technology shifts, engineers will build a bright future for Texas
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 28 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news:
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As technology shifts, engineers will build a bright future for Texas
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Editor's note: The following commentary was written by Eric Brey, PhD, dean of the Margie and Bill Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design at UT San Antonio, and originally appeared in the San Antonio Express-News.
Stop for a minute. Look around. We take for granted the systems that allow us to live, work and t more
Automated Few-Shot Learning Techniques for Artificial Intelligence-Based Query Answering Systems
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION, Armonk, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694327 B2, initially filed Dec. 13, 2021) developed by four inventors Jaydeep Sen, Bangalore, India; Saneem Ahmed Chemmengath, Bangalore, India; Vishwajeet Kumar, Bangalore, India; and Samarth Bharadwaj, Bangalore, India, for "Automated few-shot learning techniques for artificial intelligence-based query answering systems." more
Automated Foreign Object Debris Detection System Using Generative AI
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- THE BOEING COMPANY, Arlington, Virginia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12695991 B2, initially filed June 25, 2024) developed by three inventors Lakshmi Ethirajan, Bangalore, India; Manoj Nath, Bangalore, India; and Sarin Kumar Thayyilsubramanian, Bangalore, India, for "Automated foreign object debris detection system using generative AI." more
Automatic Responsive Generative Reporting
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- ABNORMAL AI, INC., Las Vegas, Nevada has been assigned a patent (No. US 12695754 B2, initially filed Nov. 14, 2024) developed by four inventors Sanjay Jeyakumar, El Cerrito, California; Abhijit Bagri, Atlanta, Georgia; Mickey Dang, New York City, New York; and Shrivastava Shankar, San Francisco, California, for "Automatic responsive generative reporting." more
Automatically Processing Batch Jobs in Cloud Environments Using Artificial Intelligence Techniques
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- DELL PRODUCTS L.P., Round Rock, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693901 B2, initially filed Feb. 8, 2023) developed by three inventors Divya Maddi, Round Rock, Texas; Bijan Kumar Mohanty, Austin, Texas; and Hung T. Dinh, Austin, Texas, for "Automatically processing batch jobs in cloud environments using artificial intelligence techniques." more
Blunt Rochester, Bennet Reintroduce Bill to Connect Workers With Higher Wages
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester, D-Delaware, issued the following news release:
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Blunt Rochester, Bennet Reintroduce Bill to Connect Workers with Higher Wages
U.S. Senators Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) reintroduced the Better Jobs through Evidence and Innovation Act to expand funding for evidence-based and innovative workforce development programs to ensure that workers have the skills needed to compete in a 21st-century economy.
"As we ad more
Bot Detection Through Explainable Deep Learning and Rule Violation Codebooks From Generative Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- PAYPAL, INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12695772 B2, initially filed Dec. 10, 2024) developed by eight inventors Panpan Qi, Singapore, Singapore; Zhe Chen, Singapore, Singapore; Quan Jin Ferdinand Tang, Singapore, Singapore; Fei Pei, San Jose, California; Omkumar Mahalingam, Santa Clara, California; Mandar Ganaba Gaonkar, Fremont, California; Ting Lin, Singapore, Singapore; and Gaurav Vishwanath Rane, Fremont, California, for "Bot d more
Camera-Invariant 3D Property Formulation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- HELM.AI, INC., Redwood City, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694601 B1, initially filed Oct. 7, 2025) developed by five inventors Tudor Stefan Achim, Menlo Park, California; Onur Ozyesil, Princeton, New Jersey; Vladislav Voroninski, Redwood City, California; Christopher Blake Melgaard, Seattle, Washington; and Ryan Halabi, Colorado Springs, Colorado, for "Camera-invariant 3D property formulation." more
Can AI Make Us Better Thinkers? USC Researcher Studies How Human and AI Think Together by Looking at Brain Signals
LOS ANGELES, California, July 28 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Can AI Make Us Better Thinkers? USC Researcher Studies How Human and AI Think Together by Looking at Brain Signals
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has fundamentally changed the way we think, analyze information and generate ideas.
From journalists working in newsrooms and programmers writing code to doctors diagnosing patients in exam rooms, AI tools have b more
CIRES Researchers Launch Fast Fire Network
BOULDER, Colorado, July 28 -- The Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences issued the following news:
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CIRES researchers launch Fast Fire Network
The program will strengthen community resilience and improve response to destructive fast fires
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Wildfires are getting faster in the Western U.S. -- making them more dangerous. National-level risk assessments do not account for fire speed or provide insight into how communities can better prepare for rapid fire growth eve more
Cloud-Based Device Artificial Intelligence Configuration System and Method
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- SIMPLATFORM CO., LTD, Seoul, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694339 B2, initially filed May 25, 2023) developed by three inventors Dae Gun Lim, Daejeon, South Korea; Min Sang Kim, Seoul, South Korea; and Hong Gyu Ryu, Seoul, South Korea, for "Cloud-based device artificial intelligence configuration system and method." more
Computing System and Method for Fairness-Aware Quantization of Deep-Learning AI Models
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- CAPITAL ONE SERVICES, LLC, McLean, Virginia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694293 B1, initially filed Oct. 21, 2025) developed by Payam Pourashraf, Arlington Heights, Illinois, for "Computing system and method for fairness-aware quantization of deep-learning AI models." more
Concierge Device for Providing Artificial Intelligence Concierge Service, and a Control Method for Same Device
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- LG ELECTRONICS INC., Seoul, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694876 B2, initially filed Aug. 9, 2022) developed by four inventors Jonghoon Chae, Seoul, South Korea; Hyoungyoon Kim, Seoul, South Korea; Donghoon Yi, Seoul, South Korea; and Daeyeon Yi, Seoul, South Korea, for "Concierge device for providing artificial intelligence concierge service, and a control method for same device." more
Conduent to Report Second-Quarter 2026 Financial Results on August 10, 2026
FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, July 28 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Conduent, a business process services and solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Conduent to Report Second-Quarter 2026 Financial Results on August 10, 2026
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Conduent Incorporated (Nasdaq: CNDT), a global technology-driven business solutions and services company, plans to report its second-quarter 2026 financial results on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026 before market open. Management will present the results more
Contextual Weakness Scoring During Network Penetration Testing
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- HORIZON 3 AI, INC., Dover, Delaware has been assigned a patent (No. US 12695780 B2, initially filed Nov. 21, 2024) developed by Robert George Alderman, Lafayette, Colorado, and Zachary Daniel Hanley, Apex, North Carolina, for "Contextual weakness scoring during network penetration testing." more
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- QUALCOMM INC., San Diego, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12696108 B2, initially filed Sept. 22, 2023) developed by four inventors Rajeev Kumar, San Diego, California; Aziz Gholmieh, Del Mar, California; Gavin Bernard Horn, La Jolla, California; and Miguel Griot, La Jolla, California, for "Cross-node artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) services." more
Cybersecurity and Forensics Conference to Bring Academic, Industry, and Government Leaders to Frankfort
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, July 28 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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Cybersecurity and Forensics Conference to Bring Academic, Industry, and Government Leaders to Frankfort
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Kentucky State will host the Oct. 30 conference featuring expert presentations, hands-on demonstrations, career discussions, and student research
FRANKFORT, Ky. -Cyber threats increasingly reach across organizations, industries, and national borders. Addressing them requires collaboration that ext more
Cybersecurity Compliance Assessment
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- HEADMIND PARTNERS AI, Paris, France has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694128 B1, initially filed Oct. 27, 2025) developed by Guy-Hubert Bourgeois, Saint Marc Jaumegarde, France, and Billal Chouli, Enghien les Bains, France, for "Cybersecurity compliance assessment." more
Detecting Evasive Prompts for Generative Artificial Intelligence Systems
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- PALO ALTO NETWORKS, INC., Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694110 B2, initially filed June 12, 2024) developed by Yu Fu, Sunnyvale, California, and Mei Wang, Saratoga, California, for "Detecting evasive prompts for generative artificial intelligence systems." more
Device Module
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD., Osaka, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12691728 B2, initially filed March 11, 2022) developed by five inventors Tatsumi Sato, Osaka, Japan; Kosuke Sone, Osaka, Japan; Yasuyuki Yamamoto, Osaka, Japan; Takuya Taniguchi, Osaka, Japan; and Ai Takehisa, Osaka, Japan, for "Device module." more
Discover top deals with AI-powered shopping this Great Freedom Sale on Amazon.in starting 7th August 2026
SEATTLE, Washington, July 28 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news:
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Discover top deals with AI-powered shopping this Great Freedom Sale on Amazon.in starting 7th August 2026
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Bengaluru: Amazon India today announced that Great Freedom Sale 2026 will go live from 12:00 AM on 7th August, bringing together top deals across categories including smartphones, fashion, beauty, home, kitchen, large appliances, groceries, everyday essentials and more. During the s more
DXC and ElevenLabs Announce Strategic Partnership to Scale Enterprise AI and Voice Innovation
ASHBURN, Virginia, July 28 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- DXC Technology, an information technology services company, posted the following news release:
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DXC and ElevenLabs Announce Strategic Partnership to Scale Enterprise AI and Voice Innovation
DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading enterprise technology and innovation partner, today announced a strategic partnership with ElevenLabs, the AI company specializing in audio models and voice agents. The collaboration will accelerate more
Enhanced Artificial Intelligence for Performance Validation of Core Integraeted Circuit Features
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- INTEL CORPORATION, Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694195 B2, initially filed Oct. 20, 2022) developed by three inventors Kunapareddy Chiranjeevi, Hyderabad, India; Sakina Pitalwala, Bangalore, India; and Karthik Varadarajan Rajagopal, Bangalore, India, for "Enhanced artificial intelligence for performance validation of core integraeted circuit features." more
Generating Multi-Angle Video From Images
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- STABILITY AI LTD, London, United Kingdom has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694607 B2, initially filed Sept. 26, 2025) developed by four inventors Yiming Xie, Boston, Massachusetts; Chun-Han Yao, Sunnyvale, California; Vikram Voleti, Kitchener, Canada; and Varun Jampani, Rockland, Massachusetts, for "Generating multi-angle video from images." more
Generative AI Techniques for Adapting Style of a Space
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- WAYFAIR LLC, Boston, Massachusetts has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694580 B2, initially filed June 25, 2024) developed by four inventors Shrenik Sadalgi, Cambridge, Massachusetts; Nicole Allison Tan, Brookline, Massachusetts; Abhijit Gurjal, Cambridge, Massachusetts; and Rachana Sreedhar, Boston, Massachusetts, for "Generative AI techniques for adapting style of a space." more
Generative Artificial Intelligence Email Client With Sender Centric Capabilities in an Immersive Environment
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- An inventor from Tarpon Springs, Florida, Mark Lambert has been awarded a patent (No. US 12695714 B2, initially filed Aug. 29, 2024) for "Generative artificial intelligence email client with sender centric capabilities in an immersive environment." more
GSA Announces CORAS Partnership Through OneGov, Expanding Federal AI Access and Delivering Cost Savings of up to 80%
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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GSA Announces CORAS Partnership Through OneGov, Expanding Federal AI Access and Delivering Cost Savings of up to 80%
Federal agencies offered AI-powered reporting, analytics, workflow automation, and decision-support tools at steep discounts
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Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced a new OneGov offering with CORAS, a provider of secure agentic AI, to accelerate AI ado more
Hot Melt Adhesive
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- HENKEL AG & CO., KGAA, Duesseldorf, Germany has been assigned a patent (No. US 12692421 B2, initially filed June 1, 2023) developed by Ai Takamori, Osaka, Japan, for "Hot melt adhesive." more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Artificial Intelligence Practices, Logistics, Actions & Necessities Act
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-708) on the Artificial Intelligence Practices, Logistics, Actions and Necessities Act (H.R. 2152). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on June 24, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY
H.R. 2152, the Artificial Intelligence Practices, Logistics, Actions, and Necessities (AI PLAN) Act, was introduced on March 14, 2025, by Republican Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03).
H.R more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-711) on the Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision Act (H.R. 8278). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on June 24, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY
H.R. 8278, the Fostering the Use of Technology to Uphold Regulatory Effectiveness in Supervision (FUTURES) Act, was introduced on April 14, 2026, by Republican Representative more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Price Stability Act
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-710) on the Price Stability Act (H.R. 5396). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on June 24, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose and Summary
H.R. 5396, the Price Stability Act of 2025, was introduced on September 16, 2025, by Chairman French Hill (AR-02). H.R. 5396 replaces the Federal Reserve's current dual mandate of maximum employment and stable prices with a single price stab more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Unleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services Act
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-713) on the Unleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services Act (H.R. 4801). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on June 24, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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PURPOSE AND SUMMARY
H.R. 4801, the Unleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services Act, was introduced on July 29, 2025, by Chairman French Hill (AR-02).
H.R. 4801 requires financial regulatory agencies to establish or identify de more
How basic persuasion can bypass AI safeguards
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, July 28 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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How basic persuasion can bypass AI safeguards
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Concerns over "jailbreaking" AI-a way of circumventing the safety guardrails built into large language models-have escalated after the Trump administration ordered Anthropic to pull its latest models, Fable and Mythos, over concerns they could be coaxed into revealing security flaws in software.
Now, timely research from Wharton's Generative more
How rewarding better consumer choices could advance next-gen queueing platforms
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 28 -- Ohio State University posted the following news:
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How rewarding better consumer choices could advance next-gen queueing platforms
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Improving how crowdsourced information is shared across mobile platforms by incorporating a user penalty-and-reward system could curb long lines caused by inefficient human queuing behavior, a new study suggests.
In environments where it is vital for customers to be aware of service information, such as in restaurants, amusement more
Huck Institutes announces recipients of nine interdisciplinary seed grants
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 28 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Huck Institutes announces recipients of nine interdisciplinary seed grants
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State's Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences has awarded nine research teams seed funding for 2026-27. These grants support high-impact, innovative research projects that align with the Huck's strategic research priorities and have the potential to drive scientific breakthroughs and gen more
IATI Annual Report 2025: Shaping the Future of Open Data
NEW YORK, July 28 [Category: Sociological] (TNSrpt) -- The International Aid Transparency Initiative, a voluntary, multi-stakeholder initiative that works with donors, partner countries and civil society organizations to make information about aid spending easier to access and use, posted the following news:
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IATI Annual Report 2025: Shaping the Future of Open Data
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The International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI) has published its Annual Report 2025: Shaping the Future of Open Dat more
Image Forming Apparatus
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA, Tokyo, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693618 B2, initially filed June 25, 2024) developed by four inventors Hiroko Katagiri, Tokyo, Japan; Akinori Mitsumata, Tokyo, Japan; Shingo Ito, Tokyo, Japan; and Ai Suzuki, Tokyo, Japan, for "Image forming apparatus." more
Incident Driven Automated Investigation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- DROPZONE.AI, INC., Seattle, Washington has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694106 B2, initially filed Dec. 12, 2024) developed by six inventors Eric Joseph Hammerle, Kirkland, Washington; Xue Jun Wu, Seattle, Washington; Colin James Phillips, Kirkland, Washington; Alexander Gearhart Burner, Seattle, Washington; Brian David Hatch, Seattle, Washington; and Tien-jui Lee, Seattle, Washington, for "Incident driven automated investigation." more
Industrial Artificial Intelligence Model Aggregation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- ROCKWELL AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Mayfield Heights, Ohio has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693648 B2, initially filed July 26, 2023) developed by Bijan SayyarRodsari, Austin, Texas, and Cyril Perducat, Devens, Massachusetts, for "Industrial artificial intelligence model aggregation." more
Integrated AI-powered Adaptive Robotic Surgery System
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- Two inventors, William Brubaker, Palo Alto, California, and Paul Davis, Los Altos, California, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12690933 B2, initially filed May 12, 2025) for "Integrated AI-powered adaptive robotic surgery system." more
Intelligent Recognition and Alert Methods and Systems
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- AI CONCEPTS, LLC, Carrollton, Georgia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694288 B2, initially filed Nov. 16, 2022) developed by Johnathan Samples, Carrollton, Georgia, for "Intelligent recognition and alert methods and systems." more
International Justice Mission: What a TIME Investigation Reveals About the Growing Crisis of Online Sexual Exploitation of Children
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- International Justice Mission issued the following statement on July 27, 2026:
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What a TIME Investigation Reveals About the Growing Crisis of Online Sexual Exploitation of Children
Summary: A new TIME investigation shines a spotlight on one of the fastest-growing forms of child exploitation in the world. For IJM, the findings reflect a reality we've seen firsthand: children are being harmed online every day, but meaningful solutions are within reach.
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Online Chi more
Invoicing for Artificial Intelligence Pipeline Execution
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- AIRIA LLC, Alpharetta, Georgia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694233 B2, initially filed Aug. 12, 2024) developed by five inventors William DeWeese, Cocoa, Florida; John Marshall, Miami, Florida; John Manton, Alpharetta, Georgia; Spencer Reagan, Marietta, Georgia; and Erich Stuntebeck, Johns Creek, Georgia, for "Invoicing for artificial intelligence pipeline execution." more
Iterative Generative AI-assisted Video Editing System and Method
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- ATLASSIAN US, INC., San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694906 B1, initially filed March 28, 2025) developed by six inventors Victoria Tien Yu Chi, Woodside, California; Erin Elizabeth Byerly, Louisville, Kentucky; Avanika Krishnaswamy, San Francisco, California; Charles Todd Bracken, Denver, Colorado; Matthew Job Granmoe, Inner Grove Heights, Minnesota; and Sergio Pereira, Naperville, Illinois, for "Iterative generative AI-assisted vi more
KnowledgeWorks: Expertise Paradox - A Mismatch in AI Between Work and K-12 Education
CINCINNATI, Ohio, July 28 -- KnowledgeWorks issued the following article:
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The Expertise Paradox: A Mismatch in AI Between Work and K-12 Education
Artificial intelligence is changing work at the task level. But education hasn't caught up.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
* AI is shifting human value in the workforce toward judgment, oversight and deep expertise, even as it automates the entry-level tasks that once helped build those capabilities
* In K-12 education, current uses of AI often improve imm more
LIMRA: 2026 Annual Conference to Explore What's Next for Financial Leadership
WINDSOR, Connecticut, July 28 [Category: Financial Services] -- LIMRA posted the following news release:
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LIMRA: 2026 Annual Conference to Explore What's Next for Financial Leadership
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WINDSOR, Conn., July 28, 2026 -As the financial services industry confronts economic volatility, capital pressures, rising consumer expectations and the accelerating impact of artificial intelligence, LIMRA has announced the topics, themes and speaker lineup for its 2026 Annual Conference, taking place S more
Management of Connector Services and Connected Artificial Intelligence Agents for Message Senders
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- AIRIA LLC, Alpharetta, Georgia has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694147 B2, initially filed Nov. 3, 2025) developed by five inventors Willaim DeWeese, Cocoa, Florida; John Marshall, Miami Beach, Florida; Andrew Morgan, Dublin, Ireland; Spencer Reagan, Marietta, Georgia; and Erich Stuntebeck, Johns Creek, Georgia, for "Management of connector services and connected artificial intelligence agents for message senders." more
Markerless Navigation Using AI Computer Vision
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- HEALTHCARE OUTCOMES PERFORMANCE COMPANY LIMITED, Altrincham, United Kingdom has been assigned a patent (No. US 12690927 B2, initially filed Feb. 24, 2025) developed by Thomas Harte, London, United Kingdom, and Huy Quoc Phan, Fleet, United Kingdom, for "Markerless navigation using AI computer vision." more
Memory, and Method for Manufacturing Memory
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- BEIJING SUPERSTRIG ACADEMY OF MEMORY TECHNOLOGY, Beijing, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12696442 B2, initially filed Aug. 21, 2023) developed by six inventors Xuezheng Ai, Daxing District, China; Xiangsheng Wang, Daxing District, China; Guilei Wang, Daxing District, China; Chao Zhao, Daxing District, China; Jin Dai, Daxing District, China; and Wenhua Gui, Daxing District, China, for "Memory, and method for manufacturing memory." more
Method for Detecting an Artificial Intelligence Prediction Beam, Node, and Storage Medium
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- ZTE CORPORATION, Shenzhen, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12696109 B2, initially filed Nov. 11, 2022) developed by five inventors Shijia Shao, Shenzhen, China; Bo Gao, Shenzhen, China; Shujuan Zhang, Shenzhen, China; Ke Yao, Shenzhen, China; and Zhaohua Lu, Shenzhen, China, for "Method for detecting an artificial intelligence prediction beam, node, and storage medium." more
Method Using Trend Analysis for Cardiac Treatment With Calibrated and Positionally Corrected Blood Pressure Watches, Pressure-Pace Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Thoracic Electrical Bioimpedance
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- BAROPACE, INC., Ashland, Oregon has been assigned a patent (No. US 12691286 B2, initially filed July 21, 2021) developed by Michael Burnam, Ashland, Oregon, for "Method using trend analysis for cardiac treatment with calibrated and positionally corrected blood pressure watches, pressure-pace algorithms, artificial intelligence and thoracic electrical bioimpedance." more
Method, Device and System of Contextual and User Location Based Operational Execution via a Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Computing Platform in Response to User Interaction Therewith
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- Two inventors, Raj Abhyanker, Cupertino, California, and Mircea Voskerician, Palo Alto, California, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12694875 B2, initially filed Dec. 14, 2023) for "Method, device and system of contextual and user location based operational execution via a generative artificial intelligence (AI) computing platform in response to user interaction therewith." more
MICC leaders outline campaign plan, transformation priorities during 3rd Quarter Town Hall
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, July 28 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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MICC leaders outline campaign plan, transformation priorities during 3rd Quarter Town Hall
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JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas - The Mission and Installation Contracting Command leadership team reinforced its commitment to transparency, communication, the Army's contracting mission, and organizational transformation during the command's Fiscal Ye more
Middle-Ware Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engine for Response Generation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- NETSKOPE, INC., Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12695765 B2, initially filed Dec. 9, 2024) developed by four inventors Stevan W. Pierce, Jr., Camas, Washington; Damian Charles Chung, Gilbert, Arizona; Robert Wayne Butler, II, Rockport, Illinois; and Madhura Sridhar, Hillsboro, Oregon, for "Middle-ware artificial intelligence (AI) engine for response generation." more
Multimodal Video-Language Artificial Intelligence Framework for Surveillance Environments
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- SAI GROUP LIMITED, London, United Kingdom has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694682 B1, initially filed Jan. 7, 2026) developed by three inventors Abhishek Singh, Bareilly, India; Abhijit Sanyal, West Bengal, India; and Somnath Sinha, London, United Kingdom, for "Multimodal video-language artificial intelligence framework for surveillance environments." more
Processing Core With Operation Suppression Based on Contribution Estimate
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- TENSTORRENT AI ULC, Toronto, Canada has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693875 B2, initially filed March 28, 2022) developed by four inventors Ljubisa Bajic, Toronto, Canada; Milos Trajkovic, Toronto, Canada; Ivan Hamer, Toronto, Canada; and Syed Gilani, Markham, Canada, for "Processing core with operation suppression based on contribution estimate." more
Professor Discusses AI and Cybersecurity on International Podcast
KENT, Ohio, July 28 -- Kent State University posted the following news:
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Professor Discusses AI and Cybersecurity on International Podcast
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Kent State University Professor Pratim Datta, Ph.D., a faculty member in the Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship's Department of Information Systems and Business Analytics, was a featured guest on a recent episode of Cybersecurity Today, a popular technology podcast with audiences in the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom. more
Recursive Signs $410 Million, Multi-Year Collaboration with AWS to Scale Self-Improving AI
SEATTLE, Washington, July 28 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news:
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Recursive Signs $410 Million, Multi-Year Collaboration with AWS to Scale Self-Improving AI
SAN FRANCISCO -- Recursive, an AI company building recursive self-improving superintelligence to automate knowledge discovery, today announced a multi-year, $410 million agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to run its automated AI research system on AWS as its cloud provider.
"Partnering with AW more
Remote Controller
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- AI DREAM (ZHUHAI) INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD., Zhuhai City, China has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1137199 S1, initially filed Nov. 18, 2024) developed by five inventors E Wu, Shenzhen City, China; Yuan Jin, Shenzhen City, China; Yu Xie, Shenzhen City, China; Yurong Guo, Shenzhen City, China; and Wei Zhang, Shenzhen City, China, for "Remote controller." more
Renowned scholar Pratim Biswas named to lead Vanderbilt Engineering initiatives at West Palm Beach campus
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, July 28 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Renowned scholar Pratim Biswas named to lead Vanderbilt Engineering initiatives at West Palm Beach campus
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Pratim Biswas, a leading academic leader, member of the National Academy of Engineering, and a renowned aerosol scientist whose work has applications in energy and environmental nanotechnology, solar energy, air quality, medicine, and numerous other fields, has been named the i more
Robot Head
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- FIGURE AI INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1137348 S1, initially filed July 27, 2024) developed by four inventors David McCall, Sunnyvale, California; Sydney Hardy, Sunnyvale, California; Kevin Yeganeh, Sunnyvale, California; and Katarina Rodak, Sunnyvale, California, for "Robot head." more
Security Action Based on Anomaly Detection Using AI Model Profiles and User Profiles
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING, LLC, Redmond, Washington has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694097 B2, initially filed Nov. 6, 2024) developed by seven inventors Aviv Shitrit, Tirat Carmel, Israel; Roee Oz, Tel Aviv, Israel; Idan Hen, Tel Aviv, Israel; Tamer Salman, Haifa, Israel; Alon Danoch, Givatayim, Israel; Ron Keller, Ramat Hasharon, Israel; and Asaf Harari, Tel Aviv, Israel, for "Security action based on anomaly detection using AI model profiles and use more
SFA animation students earn nine awards in international competition
NACOGDOCHES, Texas, July 28 -- Stephen F. Austin State University posted the following news:
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NACOGDOCHES, Texas -Nine students in Stephen F. Austin State University's animation program earned awards in the 2026 ACM SIGGRAPH SpaceTime International Student Competition, including first place, a second-place tie and seven honorable mentions. The students were mentored by Benjamin Anderson, assistant professor of animat more
Siemens accelerates engineering simulation with a unified AI-powered Simcenter portfolio
WASHINGTON, July 28 [Category: BizIndustrial Materials] -- Siemens USA, a technology company that say it focuses on industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare, posted the following news release:
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Siemens accelerates engineering simulation with a unified AI-powered Simcenter portfolio
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* New Simcenter portfolio combines Siemens and Altair simulation technologies to enable more comprehensive and connected engineering workflows
* Expanded AI-driven simulation and GPU accelerati more
Siemens launches SIMATIC AX WinCC Unified Elements
WASHINGTON, July 28 [Category: BizIndustrial Materials] -- Siemens USA, a technology company that say it focuses on industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare, posted the following news release:
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Siemens launches SIMATIC AX WinCC Unified Elements
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* New IT-style engineering tool speeds automation application development, reducing the time required to bring industrial projects to market.
Siemens-a global leader in iand automation technology-announced the launch of SIMATIC AX W more
Solar Powered Multilingual Emergency Response Robot and Interactive Artificial Intelligence System for Detecting Hazardous Conditions Within a Motor Vehicle for Prevention of Vehicle Related Deaths
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- Two inventors, Alfred McZeal, Jr., Lafayette, Louisiana, and Ey Isadora-Lyphe Wade, Houston, Texas, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12694731 B2, initially filed Aug. 5, 2022) for "Solar powered multilingual emergency response robot and interactive artificial intelligence system for detecting hazardous conditions within a motor vehicle for prevention of vehicle related deaths." more
Sorensen's Bipartisan Bill to Fight Robocall Scams Clears Key Step
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Sorensen's Bipartisan Bill to Fight Robocall Scams Clears Key Step
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Congressmen Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is celebrating an important step forward for his bipartisan Quashing Unwanted and Interruptive Electronic Telecommunications (QUIET) Act. The legislation was recently included in a House Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee hearing focused on protecting communications ne more
Standley Systems Welcomes Back Todd Maxson as Director of Managed Print Services & Solutions
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, July 28 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Standley Systems Welcomes Back Todd Maxson as Director of Managed Print Services & Solutions
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BTA member Standley Systems has announced the return of Todd Maxson as director of managed print services and solutions, bringing back an accomplished industry leader to help guide the next evolution of the company's MPS strategy and technology solutions.
Maxson first joined more
SUNY Poly Joins $19.9 Million National Science Foundation Initiative to Accelerate AI-Driven Materials Discovery
ALBANY, New York, July 28 -- The State University of New York Polytechnic Institute posted the following news:
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SUNY Poly Joins $19.9 Million National Science Foundation Initiative to Accelerate AI-Driven Materials Discovery
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SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) is playing a key role in a new national research initiative led by Rice University, which has received a $19.9 million award from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The project will use artificial intelligence, robotics, more
Synthetic Cyberattack Tool That Uses a Generative Artificial Intelligence Component
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- DARKTRACE HOLDINGS LIMITED, Cambridge, United Kingdom has been assigned a patent (No. US 12695784 B2, initially filed May 30, 2024) developed by five inventors John Boyer, Cambridge, United Kingdom; Jake Lal, Cambridge, United Kingdom; Philip Sellars, Cambridge, United Kingdom; Timothy Bazalgette, Knebworth, United Kingdom; and Dickon Humphrey, Cambridge, United Kingdom, for "Synthetic cyberattack tool that uses a generative artificial intelligence component." more
System and Method for AI-augmented Data Breach Notification Compliance Using De-Identified Hashing and Trusted Timestamping
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- An inventor from Jacksonville, Florida, Steven W. Teppler has been awarded a patent (No. US 12694413 B1, initially filed Feb. 9, 2026) for "System and method for AI-augmented data breach notification compliance using de-identified hashing and trusted timestamping." more
System and Method for Artificial Intelligence Issue Spotting
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- QUEST FOR JUSTICE, LLC, Las Vegas, Nevada has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694458 B2, initially filed June 13, 2023) developed by Patrick Forrest, Arlington, Virginia, and Binh Dang, Las Vegas, Nevada, for "System and method for artificial intelligence issue spotting." more
System and Method for Comparing Documents Using an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Model
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- UST GLOBAL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LIMITED, Singapore, Singapore has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694204 B2, initially filed March 20, 2024) developed by three inventors Sandeep Sashi Kumar, Thrissur, India; Rajiv Shanbhag, Sarjapur, India; and Rajani Sreedharan, Ernakulam, India, for "System and method for comparing documents using an artificial intelligence (AI) model." more
System and Method for Intelligent Evaluation of Artificial Intelligence Generated Texts
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- ACTIMIZE LTD., , Israel has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694211 B2, initially filed April 25, 2024) developed by Danny Butvinik, Haifa, Israel, for "System and method for intelligent evaluation of artificial intelligence generated texts." more
System and Method for Iterative Classification Parameter Generation Based on Real-Time Physiological and Audio Interview Data
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- PREDICATE AI LABS LTD., Dublin, Ireland has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694957 B1, initially filed April 22, 2025) developed by Morris Nguyen, Wilmington, North Carolina, for "System and method for iterative classification parameter generation based on real-time physiological and audio interview data." more
System and Method for Movement Data Analysis and Monitoring
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- HOMININ.AI INC., Seattle, Washington has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693730 B2, initially filed Jan. 13, 2025) developed by five inventors Alexandra Hammerberg, London, United Kingdom; Brandon Taft, London, United Kingdom; Marcus Bowyer, Seattle, Washington; Samuel Grunblatt, Baltimore, Maryland; and Howard Lee, Seattle, Washington, for "System and method for movement data analysis and monitoring." more
System and Method for Providing Real-Time Insights to User
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- AKUMEN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PRIVATE LIMITED, , India has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693732 B1, initially filed July 25, 2025) developed by five inventors Thiyam Akuvan, Imphal, India; Gyanendro Khomdram, Imphal West, India; Thoudam Kheljeet Singh, Imphal West, India; Oinam Roshan, Imphal, India; and Phijam Nongthanganba, Imphal West, India, for "System and method for providing real-time insights to user." more
System and Method for Safe Predictive Control of Autonomous Vehicles
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- GATIK AI INC., Mountain View, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12691901 B2, initially filed Sept. 25, 2025) developed by six inventors Vahid Azimi, Mountain View, California; Apeksha Kumavat, Palo Alto, California; Ehsan Sabouni, Mountain View, California; Parsa Taleb, Mountain View, California; Arjun Narang, Mountain View, California; and Gautam Narang, Palo Alto, California, for "System and method for safe predictive control of autonomous vehicles more
System and Method to Conceal Discontinuities in Audio Blocks
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- DATAVAULT AI INC., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania has been assigned a patent (No. US 12696035 B2, initially filed Aug. 30, 2025) developed by Kenneth A. Boehlke, Portland, Oregon, for "System and method to conceal discontinuities in audio blocks." more
Systems and Methods AI-driven Security Requirements Generation and Enforcement Across Software Development and IT Management Systems
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- TRUIST BANK, Charlotte, North Carolina has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694129 B1, initially filed Nov. 7, 2025) developed by Brian Matthew White, Charlotte, North Carolina, for "Systems and methods AI-driven security requirements generation and enforcement across software development and IT management systems." more
Systems and Methods for AI-assisted Surgery
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- KALIBER LABS INC., San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694512 B2, initially filed April 13, 2021) developed by five inventors Bipul Kumar, San Francisco, California; Biswajit Dev Sarma, San Francisco, California; Chandra Jonelagadda, San Francisco, California; Mark Ruiz, San Francisco, California; and Ray Rahman, San Francisco, California, for "Systems and methods for AI-assisted surgery." more
Systems and Methods for Evaluating Computing Programming Code Changes Using AI to Improve Computing Performance and Component Consumption
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION, Charlotte, North Carolina has been assigned a patent (No. US 12693854 B2, initially filed Oct. 31, 2023) developed by A Likhitha, Hyderabad, India, and Yenamandra Satya Murthy, Hyderabad, India, for "Systems and methods for evaluating computing programming code changes using AI to improve computing performance and component consumption." more
Systems and Methods for Reverse Engineering-Based Detection of Vulnerabilities
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- BIGBEAR.AI LLC, Columbia, Maryland has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694122 B2, initially filed July 6, 2023) developed by Eric Conway, Columbia, Maryland, for "Systems and methods for reverse engineering-based detection of vulnerabilities." more
Tech Transparency Project Report: Meta's Chinese Partner Behind Deluge of Nudify Ads
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSrep) -- Tech Transparency Project, a research initiative and project of the Campaign for Accountability issued the following news release:
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TTP Report: Meta's Chinese Partner Behind Deluge of Nudify Ads
One of Meta's key business partners in China, GatherOne, is behind a vast network of Facebook and Instagram ads promoting "nudify" apps, according to a new Tech Transparency Project (TTP) investigation.
TTP found GatherOne's fingerprints on thousands of ads for AI more
Techniques for Resolving Discordant HER2 Status in Pathology Images for Diagnosing Breast Cancer
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- TEMPUS AI, INC., Chicago, Illinois has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694302 B2, initially filed May 6, 2022) developed by three inventors Joshua S.K. Bell, Chicago, Illinois; Catherine Igartua, Chicago, Illinois; and Nike Tsiapera Beaubier, Miami, Florida, for "Techniques for resolving discordant HER2 status in pathology images for diagnosing breast cancer." more
Traffic Balancing for Moving Users, Proactive Slice Management, and Predictive Slice Management Using Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- BOOST SUBSCRIBERCO L.L.C., Englewood, Colorado has been assigned a patent (No. US 12696135 B2, initially filed March 12, 2024) developed by three inventors Dilip Tandekar, Herndon, Virginia; Gurpreet Sohi, Parker, Colorado; and Sourabh Gupta, Ashburn, Virginia, for "Traffic balancing for moving users, proactive slice management, and predictive slice management using artificial intelligence." more
Trine education sparks move to engineering research career
ANGOLA, Indiana, July 28 -- Trine University posted the following news:
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Trine education sparks move to engineering research career
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"When I first arrived at Trine, I expected to earn an advanced degree that would strengthen my professional qualifications. What I did not expect was that it would completely reshape the direction of my career."
Kamana Parvej Mishu had worked for more than 11 years as an aviation safety inspector (airworthiness) with the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangl more
Two Auburn professors selected for Grainger Foundation symposium
AUBURN, Alabama, July 28 -- Auburn University College of Engineering posted the following news:
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Two Auburn professors selected for Grainger Foundation symposium
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Two Auburn University professors have been selected as participants in The Grainger Foundation Frontiers of Engineering (FOE) 2026 Symposium, a keystone annual event of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE).
Vrishank Raghav, the Walt and Virginia Woltosz associate professor in Aerospace Engineering, and Brendan Higgins, more
UCLA Extension, SoLa Foundation partner for new South Los Angeles programming
LOS ANGELES, California, July 28 -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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UCLA Extension, SoLa Foundation partner for new South Los Angeles programming
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Key takeaways
* The partnership between UCLA Extension and SoLa Foundation will bring tuition-free UCLA Extension programming to South Los Angeles.
* The collaboration will offer workshops and continuing education courses in high-demand fields and topics, including AI, product design, storytelling, entrep more
UMaine project explores how teachers can shape AI use in Maine classrooms
ORONO, Maine, July 28 -- The University of Maine posted the following news release:
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UMaine project explores how teachers can shape AI use in Maine classrooms
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A Maine teacher may have an idea for an interactive science demonstration, a classroom game or a multimedia lesson that could help students understand a difficult concept.
Turning that idea into a working digital tool, however, can require programming experience that many educators do not have.
"Teachers have lots of great id more
UMGC Alumnus Develops AI-Powered Firefighter Training Tool
ADELPHI, Maryland, July 28 -- The University of Maryland Global Campus issued the following news:
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UMGC Alumnus Develops AI-Powered Firefighter Training Tool
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What began as a study aid now supports firefighters nationwide
Dan Fernandez '11 developed Fire Ground Sim to help firefighters prepare for promotion exams and command-level responsibilities.
It's said that necessity is the mother of invention, and for Dan Fernandez '11, that has certainly been true as he has navigated his car more
University of Wisconsin: NSF announces investment to shape the nation's future data backbone
MADISON, Wisconsin, July 28 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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NSF announces investment to shape the nation's future data backbone
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Morgridge and UW-Madison team up to provide data services for the AI era
The National Science Foundation announced yesterday $83 million of investments for data systems and services to shape a future, AI-capable data backbone of the national cyberinfrastructure. The Morgridge Institute for Research, along with UW-Madison's College more
Use of AI Image Generation Model to Create High-Level Visualization of a Network-on-Chip
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- ARTERIS, INC., Campbell, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694192 B1, initially filed Aug. 29, 2025) developed by three inventors Ugo Lecerf, Paris, France; Donatello Conte, Paris, France; and Pierre-Henri Bonnaud, Sophia Antipolis, France, for "Use of AI image generation model to create high-level visualization of a network-on-chip." more
USF celebrates Florida's decade as the nation's No. 1 state for higher education
TAMPA, Florida, July 28 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news:
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USF celebrates Florida's decade as the nation's No. 1 state for higher education
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By Tina Meketa, University Communications and Marketing, and the State University System of Florida's Office of Public Affairs
The University of South Florida is celebrating another milestone for higher education excellence as U.S. News & World Report has ranked Florida No. 1 in the nation for the 10th consecutive year more
USGS Analyzes Where AI Data Centers Could Fit With Energy Infrastructure on Federal Lands
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Geological Survey issued 'Colocating Artificial Intelligence Data Centers with Energy Infrastructure on Federal Public Lands: A Science Synthesis and Spatial Analysis to Inform Decision Making,' authored by Sarah E. Whipple, Katherine A. Kurth, Catherine A. Nikiel, Andy J. Maguire, Jay R. Alder, Julian J.T. Reyes, Julian A. Scott, and Sarah K. Carter, as Scientific Investigations Report 2026-5035 in 2026.
The report was prepared to help the Bureau of La more
Vehicle Front Part Structure
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION, Hiroshima, Japan has been assigned a patent (No. US 12691831 B2, initially filed June 10, 2024) developed by five inventors Keisuke Furutani, Hiroshima, Japan; Kozo Ishizuka, Hiroshima, Japan; Hideaki Fujii, Hiroshima, Japan; Ai Hiraiwa, Hiroshima, Japan; and Misaki Muguruma, Hiroshima, Japan, for "Vehicle front part structure." more
Voice-Controlled, AI-enabled Device and System for Personalized Sticker Creation and Interactive Sharing
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- HAPIKO INC., Brooklyn, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694251 B1, initially filed Oct. 15, 2025) developed by Robert Whitney, Brooklyn, New York, and Arun Gupta, Brooklyn, New York, for "Voice-controlled, AI-enabled device and system for personalized sticker creation and interactive sharing." more
Vulnerability Remediation Using an Autonomous Artificial-Intelligence Application
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- DELL PRODUCTS L.P., Round Rock, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12694124 B2, initially filed April 29, 2024) developed by four inventors Peniel Charles, Bangalore, India; Amudha Krishnasamy, Bangalore, India; Manikandan Sethuraman, Bangalore, India; and Vighneshwar Hegde, Bangalore, India, for "Vulnerability remediation using an autonomous artificial-intelligence application." more
WCC introducing four new programs in Fall 2026 semester
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, July 28 -- Washtenaw Community College posted the following news:
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WCC introducing four new programs in Fall 2026 semester
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Washtenaw Community College is introducing four new academic programs this fall to prepare students for careers in public service, public policy and artificial intelligence applications, while addressing Michigan's evolving workforce needs.
Specifically, the new offerings include programs in Early Childhood Administration, Paralegal Studies, more
White Balance With Reference Illuminants
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- RINGO AI, INC., Santa Cruz, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12695999 B2, initially filed March 25, 2024) developed by three inventors Jay Hurley, Aptos, California; Matthew D. Weaver, Aptos, California; and Jeffrey Saake, San Francisco, California, for "White balance with reference illuminants." more
Wireless Cell Activation and Deactivation
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 28 -- ZTE CORPORATION, Shenzhen, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12696338 B2, initially filed Feb. 3, 2023) developed by three inventors Jing Liu, Shenzhen, China; He Huang, Shenzhen, China; and Jianxun Ai, Shenzhen, China, for "Wireless cell activation and deactivation." more
Baruch Mathematician Receives National Science Foundation CAREER Award
NEW YORK, July 27 -- Baruch College posted the following news:
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Baruch Mathematician Receives National Science Foundation CAREER Award
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Associate Professor Guy Moshkovitz's research will investigate a new branch of mathematics that extends linear algebra.
Baruch College Associate Professor Guy Moshkovitz, PhD, has received a $440,826 Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance a new area of mathematics with broad applications i more
Duke Scholars Reflect on the Declaration
DURHAM, North Carolina, July 27 -- Duke University issued the following news:
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Duke Scholars Reflect on the Declaration
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As the nation marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, faculty members at Trinity College of Arts & Sciences are examining how its ideals continue to shape the questions scholars ask today.
Researchers were asked: "How does your field help us understand, advance, or challenge the ideals expressed in the Declaration of Independence?"
Their r more
DXC Names Holly Grant President of LabX, Expanding the Unit's Role as a Major AI Growth Engine
ASHBURN, Virginia, July 27 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- DXC Technology, an information technology services company, posted the following news release:
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DXC Names Holly Grant President of LabX, Expanding the Unit's Role as a Major AI Growth Engine
* Holly Grant named President, AI Innovation and Strategy & LabX, expanding her leadership across DXC's AI-native product incubation work and AI Platforms Engine
* Expanded LabX brings together DXC's expertise across leading AI platfor more
EPA Issues Permitting Guidance to Further President Trump's Agenda Promoting Data Centers and Safeguarding Communities
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA Issues Permitting Guidance to Further President Trump's Agenda Promoting Data Centers and Safeguarding Communities
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WASHINGTON - This month, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued guidance clarifying that the Clean Air Act (CAA) Acid Rain Program (ARP) does not apply to power generation facilities that are not connected to a public electricity grid, commonly referred to as "isl more
F5 Reports Third Quarter Results with 19% Product Revenue Growth Driving 11% Total Revenue Growth Year Over Year
SEATTLE, Washington, July 27 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- F5, an information technology company, issued the following news release:
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F5 Reports Third Quarter Results with 19% Product Revenue Growth Driving 11% Total Revenue Growth Year Over Year
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SEATTLE - F5, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIV), the global leader in delivering and securing every app and API, today announced financial results for its third quarter fiscal year 2026 ended June 30, 2026.
"Q3 was another outstanding quarter with more
From High School Science Fair to National Acclaim, TSU's Dr. Veronica Oates Earns Prestigious Dietetics Award
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, July 27 -- Tennessee State University posted the following news:
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From High School Science Fair to National Acclaim, TSU's Dr. Veronica Oates Earns Prestigious Dietetics Award
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What began as a teenager's dream of becoming a veterinarian, or even an underwater welder, ultimately led Dr. Veronica Oates to a nationally recognized career in nutrition, public health, and higher education.
Oates, professor in the Department of Human Sciences at Tennessee State Universi more
From Stress-Relief Vibration Patterns to Haptic Emojis, USC Researchers Personalize the Sense of Touch With AI
LOS ANGELES, California, July 27 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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From Stress-Relief Vibration Patterns to Haptic Emojis, USC Researchers Personalize the Sense of Touch With AI
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Future of Haptics and Haptics Emoji (Credit: Midjourney)
From the vibration that warns you when your car drifts out of its lane to the buzz of your iPhone alarm or the rumble of a video game controller that makes virtual worlds feel real, haptic more
Ilya Sutskever's Safe Superintelligence Inc. and NVIDIA Announce Long-Term Strategic Partnership
SANTA CLARA, California, July 27 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NVIDIA, a designer of graphics processing units for the gaming, cryptocurrency and professional markets, issued the following news release:
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Ilya Sutskever's Safe Superintelligence Inc. and NVIDIA Announce Long-Term Strategic Partnership
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Safe Superintelligence Inc. (SSI) and NVIDIA today announced a long-term partnership to rapidly accelerate SSI's strategic growth. NVIDIA has additionally made an investment in SSI more
Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center To Build Supercomputer That Puts Quantum Computing to the Test
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, July 27 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news:
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Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center To Build Supercomputer That Puts Quantum Computing to the Test
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A new hybrid quantum-classical computing platform led by the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center() (PSC) will help researchers understand what the supercomputer of the future may look like.
Supported by a $5 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), in partnership with Hewlett Pac more
Ryanair and AWS Extend Agreement for Another 5 Years
SEATTLE, Washington, July 27 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news:
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Ryanair and AWS Extend Agreement for Another 5 Years
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Ryanair, Europe's No.1 airline, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) today (Mon, 27 July) announced that they have extended their longstanding collaboration for a further 5 years.
Through this renewed agreement, Ryanair will continue to leverage AWS's cloud computing and AI technologies, including Amazon Quick, Amazon Bedrock, and Amazon Be more
Scalise's Summer Update: Key House Republican Wins of 2026
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Scalise's Summer Update: Key House Republican Wins of 2026
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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) released the following statement and accompanying summary of House Republican legislative victories showcasing the Conference's record of delivering results for the American people during the first half of 2026:
"House Republicans entered this year committed to building on t more
Three George Mason faculty members elected to Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine
FAIRFAX, Virginia, July 27 -- George Mason University issued the following news:
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Three George Mason faculty members elected to Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine
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Three George Mason University faculty members have been elected to the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (VASEM), an organization that brings together leading experts from across the commonwealth to provide independent, evidence-based expertise on issues affecting Virginia's future.
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Traditional Navajo medically tailored meals improved heart failure outcomes
DALLAS, Texas, July 27 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release:
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Traditional Navajo medically tailored meals improved heart failure outcomes
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Research Highlights:
* Among 206 adults living with heart failure in the Navajo Nation, those who received eight weeks of medically tailored meals, incorporating traditional Navajo foods, were less likely to visit the emergency room or require hospitalization, than those on standard care with n more
Tusculum computer science faculty member who has impacted learning and university academic programs earns promotion
GREENVILLE, Tennessee, July 27 -- Tusculum University posted the following news:
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Tusculum computer science faculty member who has impacted learning and university academic programs earns promotion
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A Tusculum University computer science faculty member who has demonstrated a pioneering spirit by using his own creativity and supporting others to develop initiatives that are further strengthening the institution's academics, has been promoted.
Walter Wimberly speaks at the Appalachian A more
UC San Diego Alumni Board of Directors Welcomes Eight New Members
LA JOLLA, California, July 27 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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UC San Diego Alumni Board of Directors Welcomes Eight New Members
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The University of California San Diego has welcomed eight new alumni to its UC San Diego Alumni Board of Directors. The incoming members bring a wide range of experience, spanning Hollywood production and business to public policy and medicine.
The UC San Diego Alumni Board of Directors is composed of a dedicated more
UND selected for inaugural U.S. Department of Energy Genesis Mission project
GRAND FORKS, North Dakota, July 27 -- The University of North Dakota posted the following news release:
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UND selected for inaugural U.S. Department of Energy Genesis Mission project
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The University of North Dakota has been selected for the inaugural cohort of projects supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's Genesis Mission, making UND the only institution in North Dakota chosen to participate in the national initiative.
The project, led by Jielun Zhang, assistant professor in the more
Undergraduate Credit Hours Up 12% as UA Little Rock Prepares to Welcome the First Fall Class of its Second Century
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, July 27 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news:
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Undergraduate Credit Hours Up 12% as UA Little Rock Prepares to Welcome the First Fall Class of its Second Century
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When students arrive on campus Aug. 24, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock expects to welcome a larger student body than it did last fall.
Preliminary enrollment figures show combined undergraduate and graduate headcount up 5% and nearly 300 students for fa more
American Land Title Association: Title Insurance Protects More Than a Transaction. It Protects Property Rights
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Land Title Association issued the following statement:
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The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, today issued the following statement regarding efforts to reduce title insurance protections in refinance transactions:
The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, today issued the following statement regarding effort more
Senators Justice, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Senior Chatbot Protection Act
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- Sen. Jim Justice, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Senators Justice, Kelly Introduce Bipartisan Senior Chatbot Protection Act
This week, Senator Jim Justice and Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the bipartisan Senior Chatbot Protection Act to enact safeguards for senior Americans using A.I. chatbots.
"A.I. chatbots are an incredible tool for older Americans, but we can't miss the opportunity to protect our seniors who rely on chatbots for s more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Canada's Online Streaming Act - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12716) by international trade and finance analyst Kyla H. Kitamura:
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Canada's Online Streaming Act: Background and Issues for Congress
In April 2023, Canada enacted the Online Streaming Act, amending Canada's Broadcasting Act to allow the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) to regulate entities that broadcast video or music through social medi more
Human Rights & Anti-Corruption Sanctions - The Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10576) by foreign affairs specialist Michael A. Weber:
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Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Sanctions: The Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act
The Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act (Global Magnitsky Act; Title XII, Subtitle F of P.L. 114-328, as amended; 22 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.10101 et seq.) authorizes the President to impose economic sanctions and deny more
China Primer - The People's Liberation Army Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11719) by Asian affairs analyst Caitlin Campbell:
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China Primer: The People's Liberation Army (PLA)
Overview
The People's Liberation Army (PLA) serves the Communist Party of China. Established in 1927, it carried that party to victory in the country's civil war, which concluded with the 1949 founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC, or China). Since 1978, PRC leade more
Congressional Budget Office: 'Estimates of the Cost of Federal Credit Programs in 2027'
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report entitled "Estimates of the Cost of Federal Credit Programs in 2027."
Here are excerpts:
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The federal government supports some private activities by offering credit assistance to individuals and businesses. That assistance is provided through direct loans and guarantees of loans made by private financial institutions. In this report, the Congressional Budget Office estimates the lifetime costs of more
Military Service Records, Awards & Unit Histories - A Guide to Locating Sources Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RS21282) on July 16, 2026, entitled "Military Service Records, Awards and Unit Histories: A Guide to Locating Sources" by research librarian Travis A. Ferrell.
Here are excerpts:
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Summary
This guide provides information on locating military unit histories and individual service records of discharged, retired, and deceased military personnel. It also provides information on locating and r more
Role of U.S. In Situ Ocean Observation Networks - A Case Study of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13257) by natural resources policy specialist Caitlin Keating-Bitonti.
Here are excerpts:
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The Role of U.S. In Situ Ocean Observation Networks: A Case Study of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation
A climate tipping point generally refers to a "critical threshold" in an Earth system that when crossed can cause the system to shift into a new state. Scientists con more
Unemployment Insurance - Legislative Issues in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48447) on July 16, 2026, entitled "Unemployment Insurance: Legislative Issues in the 119th Congress" by income security specialists Julie M. Whittaker and Katelin P. Isaacs:
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SUMMARY
The Unemployment Insurance (UI) system is a joint federal-state partnership that consists of two types of benefits: (1) permanently authorized programs, including the Unemployment Compensation (UC) and Exten more
Unemployment Insurance - Legislative Issues in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48447) on July 16, 2026, entitled "Unemployment Insurance - Legislative Issues in the 119th Congress:"
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Legislative Proposals in the 119th Congress
This section provides summary information on legislation introduced as of July 13, 2026, in the 119th Congress that would amend UI programs and benefits.
UI Integrity Proposals
Program integrity issues, such a more
Department of State, Foreign Operations & Related Programs - FY2026 Budget & Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48624) on July 15, 2026, entitled "Department of State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs: FY2026 Budget and Appropriations" by foreign assistance and foreign policy specialist Emily M. McCabe and foreign affairs analyst Cory R. Gill.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Congress typically considers 12 distinct appropriations measures on an annual basis to fund federal programs and activit more
Department of State, Foreign Operations & Related Programs - FY2026 Budget & Appropriations Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48624) on July 15, 2026, entitled "Department of State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs - FY2026 Budget and Appropriations:"
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Foreign Operations Funding
Title II: U.S. Agency for International Development
Title II traditionally has provided funding for USAID's administrative accounts, including the Operating Expenses (OE), Capital Investment Fund, more
Legal Authority for Section 301 Tariffs to Address Forced Labor & Excess Manufacturing Capacity Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. LSB11460) by legislative attorney Christopher T. Zirpoli:
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Legal Authority for Section 301 Tariffs to Address Forced Labor and Excess Manufacturing Capacity
Title III of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. Sec. 2411-2420, collectively referred to as "Section 301") authorizes the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to impose tariffs on U.S. imports in response to conduct by foreign more
Libya & U.S. Policy Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11556) by Middle Eastern affairs specialist Christopher M. Blanchard.
Here are excerpts:
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Libya and U.S. Policy
Fifteen years after a 2011 uprising and U.S.-backed military intervention that toppled longtime authoritarian leader Muammar al Qadhafi, Libya has yet to make a transition to stable governing arrangements. Elections and diplomacy have produced a series of interi more
National Level Exercises: History, Authorities & Congressional Considerations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11879) by section research manager Lauren R. Stienstra.
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National Level Exercises: History, Authorities, and Congressional Considerations
Every two years, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) conducts a National Level Exercise (NLE) to evaluate the nation's progress toward preparedness for catastrophic events. These exercises have multiple components, and culmina more
Proposals to Limit Member of Congress Financial Activities - Analysis of Introduced Legislation in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48641) on July 16, 2026, entitled "Proposals to Limit Member of Congress Financial Activities: Analysis of Introduced Legislation in the 119th Congress" by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
In recent years, some Members of Congress have proposed reforms that would prohibit the purchase, sale, ownership, or holding of certain financial instruments by Member more
Senior Executive Service Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11743) by government organization and management specialists Taylor N. Riccard and Maeve P. Carey.
Here are excerpts:
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The Senior Executive Service: An Overview
The Senior Executive Service (SES) was established by the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 (CSRA; P.L. 95-454) to provide a centralized government-wide cadre of high-level managers within federal agencies. Prior t more
Army's Integrated Visual Augmentation System/Soldier Borne Mission Command Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13022) by Kelley M. Sayler, advanced technology and global security specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Army's Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS)/Soldier Borne Mission Command (SBMC)
Between 2018 and 2025, the U.S. Army developed several versions of the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) as part of an effort to improve the combat effectiveness and training more
Artificial Intelligence in Workforce Development Programs at the Department of Labor Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12715) by labor policy specialist Benjamin Collins:
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Workforce Development Programs at the Department of Labor
Congress has authorized a group of workforce development programs administered by the Department of Labor (DOL). These programs support activities like job training and career services that aim to improve participants' employment out more
Fifth and Sixth Circuits Divided on Whether the Necessary & Proper Clause Authorizes Federal Ban on At-Home Spirit Distilling Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11459) by legislative attorney Milan N. Ball:
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Fifth and Sixth Circuits Divided on Whether the Necessary and Proper Clause Authorizes Federal Ban on At-Home Spirit Distilling
For more than 150 years, federal law has banned individuals from distilling spirits at home. Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Sec.Sec. 5601(a)(6) and 5178(a)(1)(B) prohibit individuals from producing more
Lebanon Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11617) by Middle Eastern affairs specialists Clayton Thomas and Jim Zanotti.
Here are excerpts:
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Lebanon
Renewed war between Israel and the Iran-backed Shia Islamist group Lebanese Hezbollah (a U.S.-designated foreign terrorist organization, or FTO) in 2026 has significantly impacted Lebanon's society and its U.S.-supported government. While Hezbollah has suffered major l more
Standards of Proof in Federal Criminal Law Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13272) by legislative attorney Dave S. Sidhu:
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Standards of Proof in Federal Criminal Law
The Supreme Court has recognized that governmental interference with individual liberty must be supported by sufficient justification for that interference. Generally, as the severity of governmental intrusion lessens, so too does the quantum of proof needed to support that intrusion. more
Supreme Court Bars Prisoner's Religious Liberty Suit Against Prison Officials Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11458) by legislative attorneys Madeline W. Donley and April J. Anderson:
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Landor v. Louisiana Department of Corrections and Public Safety: Supreme Court Bars Prisoner's Religious Liberty Suit Against Prison Officials
In Landor v. Louisiana Department of Corrections and Public Safety, the Supreme Court ruled that individuals cannot be sued "in their private capacitie more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
B&T USA LLC: ATF Firearm Rule Proposal Highlights Significant Cost Savings and Operational Benefits
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
B&T USA, LLC
15897 S Axia Drive, Suite 400
Herriman, Utah 84065
July 26, 2026
Submitted via the Federal e-Rulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov
ATF Rulemaking Comments
Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs
Enforcement Programs and Services
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
99 more
B&T USA Urges ATF to Clarify Governmental Transfer Exemption and Coordinate Overlapping Firearms Transaction Rulemakings
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
B&T USA, LLC
15897 S Axia Drive, Suite 400
Herriman, Utah 84065
July 26, 2026
Submitted via the Federal e-Rulemaking Portal at https://www.regulations.gov
ATF Rulemaking Comments
Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs
Enforcement Programs and Services
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
99 more
Express Association of America Urges Equal Customs Enforcement and Regulatory Parity for Postal and Non-Postal Shipments
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Submitted electronically to http://www.regulations.gov
July 24, 2026
Re: Docket Numbers:
USCBP-2026-0760: Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Merchandise
Arriving Through All Modes Other Than the International Postal Network
USCBP-2026-0761: Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail S more
Tipoffs: Iran
American Action Forum Issues Commentary: Sanctions in the Stablecoin Age
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- The American Action Forum issued the following commentary on July 28, 2026, by policy fellow Oren Swagel:
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Sanctions in the Stablecoin Age
Executive Summary
* The United States' increasing use of economic and financial sanctions has spurred terrorist organizations and rogue actors such as Iran and Russia to rely on non-traditional financial tools - including cryptocurrency, and most notably stablecoins - to circumvent U.S. sanctions and access funding.
* Sanction more
American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: Iran Releases Video Targeting President Trump's Family
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary on July 28, 2026, by Director of Media Logan Sekulow:
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Iran Releases Video Targeting President Trump's Family
First Lady Melania Trump and Barron Trump are the targets of an Iranian video calling for its supporters to take them out. How will the Trump Administration respond to the threat?
As reported by The New York Post:
First lady Melania Trump and son Barron are the latest targets of Iran' more
Columbia: Can Art Change the World?
NEW YORK, July 29 -- Columbia University issued the following news:
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Can Art Change the World?
Vishakha Desai has edited an anthology that examines the recent intersections between visual art and social movements.
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Over the past decade, social and political movements transformed the arts. From the streets of Chile and Iran to museums in Europe and the United States--and from questions of representation and repatriation to demands for equity and justice--protest and activism affected t more
CSIS Issues Commentary: Is U.S. Haiti Policy an Opportunity for Success?
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on July 28, 2026, by non-resident senior associates Georges A. Fauriol and Mary Speck, both with the Americas Program:
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Is U.S. Haiti Policy an Opportunity for Success?
U.S. foreign policymakers would do well to refocus attention on the Caribbean, especially Haiti, even as they struggle to end the costly on-and-off conflict with Iran. The Trump administration began the year with the more
National Council on Family Relations: New Issue of Journal of Marriage and Family Available
ST. PAUL, Minnesota, July 29 (TNSjou) -- The National Council on Family Relations issued the following news:
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New Issue of Journal of Marriage and Family Available
Plus, Read 32 New NCFR Journal Articles Published July 19-25
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Keep up with the latest research from NCFR's three scholarly journals -- Journal of Marriage and Family (JMF), Family Relations: Interdisciplinary Journal of Applied Family Science (FR), and Journal of Family Theory & Review (JFTR).
Most Recent Journal Issues:
more
Princeton School of Public & International Affairs: Jamal, Fayyad Address Aspen Security Forum on 'Middle Ground in the Middle East'
PRINCETON, New Jersey, July 29 -- Princeton University School of Public and International Affairs issued the following news:
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Jamal, Fayyad Address Aspen Security Forum on 'Middle Ground in the Middle East'
By Tom Durso
For most of the nearly 25 years since the September 11 attacks, armed conflict - including the current war in Iran - has plagued the Middle East. Its devastating effects on economic development, according to Amaney Jamal, dean of the Princeton School of Public and Intern more
Big Oil set to double profits as their emissions fuel deadly heatwaves
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 28 [Category: Sociological] -- Oxfam America issued the following news release:
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Big Oil set to double profits as their emissions fuel deadly heatwaves
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* Top six fossil fuel corporations expect Q2 profits to nearly double Q1 levels. Annual profits for 2026 are set to exceed the previous 21 months combined.
* Emissions from five fossil fuel corporations were enough to cause about 1 in 4 heatwaves between 2000 and 2023, which would have been virtually imposs more
Bipartisan Group of Senators Announce Agreement to Move Forward on Major Sanctions Legislation
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Bipartisan Group of Senators Announce Agreement to Move Forward on Major Sanctions Legislation
Today, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Darline Graham (R-SC), Katie Britt (R-AL), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Roger Wicker (R-MS), and Jim Risch (R-ID) announced a bipartisan agreement on legislation to hold major purchasers of Russian oil and gas accountable for supporting Russia's war in Ukr more
CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN JOINS REGIONAL FOOD BANK, COMMUNITY PARTNERS, SPEAKS OUT ABOUT STATE OF HUNGER IN HUDSON VALLEY
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN JOINS REGIONAL FOOD BANK, COMMUNITY PARTNERS, SPEAKS OUT ABOUT STATE OF HUNGER IN HUDSON VALLEY
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Congressman Pat Ryan Joins Regional Food Bank, Community Partners, Speaks Out About State of Hunger in Hudson Valley
The Regional Food Bank's 2026 State of Hunger report shows that more than 12% of their service area - which includes Dutchess, Orange, and Ulster Counties - is food ins more
Council on Foreign Relations Report: 'Conflict-Driven Chokepoint Disruptions'
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Council on Foreign Relations issued the following report in July 2026 by Jason Ladnier entitled "Conflict-Driven Chokepoint Disruptions".
Here are excerpts:
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Executive Summary
Conflict-driven disruptions of critical supply chain chokepoints have become a recurring feature of the world today--from Russia's 2022 blockade of Ukraine's grain exports via the Black Sea, to the Houthis' attacks on boats in the Red Sea that began in 2023, to Iran's closure o more
Council on Foreign Relations Report: 'Gray Zone Attacks Against U.S. Allies and Partners'
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Council on Foreign Relations issued the following report in July 2026 by F. David Diaz entitled "Gray Zone Attacks Against U.S. Allies and Partners".
Here are excerpts:
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Executive Summary
Gray zone attacks are deliberate but deniable acts of violence engineered to inflict strategic costs while stopping short of triggering a formal military or diplomatic response. Those attacks can take multiple forms: infrastructure destruction (undersea cable cuts, more
CSIS: 'Is the Industrial Base on a Wartime Footing? A Progress Report'
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following report on July 6, 2026 by Jerry McGinn and A.J. Dilts entitled "Is the Industrial Base on a Wartime Footing? A Progress Report."
Here is the introduction:
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The Pentagon first outlined the goal of putting the United States industrial base on a "wartime footing"--the condition of being prepared to deter and, if necessary, prevail in a protracted conflict--in November 2025. What steps ha more
CSIS: 'Saudi Vision 2030 at Ten'
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following report on July 6, 2026 by Michael Ratney and Adel Hamaizia entitled "Saudi Vision 2030 at Ten."
Here are excerpts:
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The Issue
Launched in 2016, Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 set out to modernize state institutions, increase opportunities for citizens, and equip the kingdom for a more competitive and volatile global environment, including in a post-fossil fuel era. Vision 2030 should be more
CSIS: 'Troubled Straits: Analyzing Trade Chokepoints in the South China Sea'
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following report on July 1, 2026 by Brian Hart, Matthew P. Funaiole, David Peng, Jasper Verschuur, Bonny Lin, and Leon Li entitled "Troubled Straits: Analyzing Trade Chokepoints in the South China Sea."
Here are excerpts:
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The Issue
Each year, trillions of dollars of goods flow through the South China Sea, making it the world's most consequential maritime corridor. The region is also a hotbed more
EU Makes Changes to Its Carbon Reduction Policy
WASHINGTON, July 28 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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The EU Makes Changes to Its Carbon Reduction Policy
#Key Takeaways
1 The EU is changing its Emissions Trading System to slow the reduction of emissions caps while providing more free allowances to eligible companies.
2 Industries committing to decarbonization investments can receive free emissions allocations beginning in 2031 through 2038.
3 Member states have expressed conce more
Golden, Democratic veterans demand transparency on Iran war casualties
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, issued the following news release:
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Golden, Democratic veterans demand transparency on Iran war casualties
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WASHINGTON -Following reports that the Department of Defense removed the names of four American troops from the official Iran War death toll, Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) and 14 fellow Democratic veterans are urging the Trump Administration to accurately and transparently account for U.S. servicemembers killed and wounded in more
House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Price Stability Act
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-710) on the Price Stability Act (H.R. 5396). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on June 24, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose and Summary
H.R. 5396, the Price Stability Act of 2025, was introduced on September 16, 2025, by Chairman French Hill (AR-02). H.R. 5396 replaces the Federal Reserve's current dual mandate of maximum employment and stable prices with a single price stab more
ICYMI: Ohio Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Clyde Talks With NBC4's Colleen Marshall About Democrats' Winning Message
COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 28 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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ICYMI: Ohio Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Clyde Talks With NBC4's Colleen Marshall About Democrats' Winning Message
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COLUMBUS, OH - In just 14 weeks, Ohioans will be heading to the polls on Election Day in Ohio, and Ohio Democratic Party Chair Kathleen Clyde spoke with NBC4about Ohio Democrats' work to connect with Ohioans of all political backgrounds in every corner of the state around our candidates' f more
ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins the Big Weekend Show on Fox News Channel
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on July 27, 2026:
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ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins the Big Weekend Show on Fox News Channel
Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined the Big Weekend Show on Fox News Channel to discuss Middle East diplomacy, the importance of passing the SAVE America Act, the debate over birthright citizenship, and his introduction of the Citizenship Act of 2026.
Key Excerpts on Middle East Diplomacy:
Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): "If Pres more
Iran Intensifies Nationwide Crackdown on Teachers and Union Activists
NEW YORK, July 28 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release:
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Iran Intensifies Nationwide Crackdown on Teachers and Union Activists
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At least 60 Teachers Arrested, Prosecuted, or Imprisoned as Authorities Seek to Dismantle One of Iran's Most Influential Civic Groups
July 28, 2026 -Since crushing the nationwide January 2026 protests through mass killings and widespread repression, Iranian authorities have launched a systematic c more
Israel: PM Netanyahu Departs on Official Visit to Washington
JERUSALEM, Israel, July 28 -- The government of Israel issued the following news release:
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PM Netanyahu departs on official visit to Washington
PM Netanyahu prior to departure to Washington: "I will discuss all current issues with President Trump, foremost among them being Iran. Our goal is to safeguard our security and also to expand the circle of peace around us."
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, today (Monday, 27 July 2026) [translated from Hebrew]:
"I am on my way to Washingto more
Larson Introduces Bill to Cut Off All Funding for Illegal Iran War
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Larson Introduces Bill to Cut Off All Funding for Illegal Iran War
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East Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced the No Funds for Illegal Wars Act, a bill he introducedto cut off all funding for Trump's illegal war in Iran and prohibit the use of any federal funds for military conflicts not explicitly authorized by Congress, and in violation of the War Powers Act.
"Taxpay more
Less Than 100 Days From the Midterms, DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene Lays Out Democrats' Path to the House Majority
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Less Than 100 Days From the Midterms, DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene Lays Out Democrats' Path to the House Majority
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"We have great candidates. We have the momentum. We have the message."
Less than 100 days from the midterm elections, DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene talked with MS NOW, Univision, CNBC, and POLITICO about Democrats' path to winning the House majority in November.
MS NOW: DC more
Michigan Democrats Respond to Trump's Rambling Speech
LANSING, Michigan, July 28 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on July 27, 2026:
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Michigan Democrats Respond to Trump's Rambling Speech
LANSING -- Today, Donald Trump visited Michigan to spin his failed agenda--which has cut Michiganders' healthcare in order to give tax handouts to billionaires--in a desperate attempt to deceive Michiganders about his and Republicans' cost-raising, chaos-ensuring record.
"Michiganders are tired of Donald Trump and his Repu more
Moulton, Democratic Veterans Demand Transparency from Trump on Iran War Casualties
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Moulton, Democratic Veterans Demand Transparency from Trump on Iran War Casualties
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following disturbing reports that the Department of Defense removed the names of four American troops from the official Iran War death toll, Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) joined Congressman Mike Thompson (CA-04) and 13 other fellow Democratic veterans in urging the Trump Administration to more
New Data: Virginia Farmers Spent Over $1,500 More on Diesel Fuel Amid Trump's War of Choice With Iran
WASHINGTON, July 28 (TNSrep) -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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New Data: Virginia Farmers Spent Over $1,500 More on Diesel Fuel Amid Trump's War of Choice with Iran
As oil prices hit $100 a barrel last week amid President Trump's war of choice with Iran, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) are spotlighting a new congressional report that found that farmers in Virginia and across the country spent over $1,500 more to fill up their farm's more
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft: 'Containment, Resistance, and the MOU: The US-Iran Negotiations in Historical Context'
NEW YORK, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft issued the following brief on July 7, 2026, by Hadi Kahalzadeh entitled "Containment, Resistance, and the MOU: The US-Iran Negotiations in Historical Context."
Here are excerpts:
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Executive Summary
The Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran could be a watershed moment in resolving the deadlock between the two countries dating back to the 1979 Iranian Revolution. Alternatively, it could more
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft: 'European Strategic Autonomy: The European Union and Vital American Interests'
NEW YORK, July 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft issued the following brief on June 30, 2026, by Molly O'Neal entitled "European Strategic Autonomy: The European Union and Vital American Interests."
Here are excerpts:
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Executive Summary
European security stands at a perilous crossroads, driven by a dramatic loss of confidence in American leadership during the second Trump administration. European leaders have declined to support the US approach to ending th more
Rep. Panetta Joins Congressional Veterans in Demanding Transparency on Iran War Casualties
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Panetta Joins Congressional Veterans in Demanding Transparency on Iran War Casualties
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Monterey, CA - Following disturbing reports that the Department of Defense removed the names of four American troops from the official Iran War death toll, United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) joined Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) and 13 other fellow Democratic veterans in urging the Administra more
Report Shows Trump's Reckless Tariffs & Iran War Are Fueling Higher Diesel Costs & Piling Financial Strain on Local Farmers
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Report Shows Trump's Reckless Tariffs & Iran War Are Fueling Higher Diesel Costs & Piling Financial Strain on Local Farmers
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WASHINGTON, DC -Local farmers are suffering a double blow from President Trump's chaotic tariffs and high diesel prices caused by Trump's unauthorized war with Iran.
According to AAA, the average price of diesel today in Rhode Island is $5.36, up $1.80 per gallon from the more
Shaheen, Colleagues Press Hegseth on Inaccurate Casualty Reporting, Lack of Transparency About Human Cost of War in Iran
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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Shaheen, Colleagues Press Hegseth on Inaccurate Casualty Reporting, Lack of Transparency About Human Cost of War in Iran
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U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, joined a group of her Senate colleagues in a letter to the Department of Defense (DoD) demanding a full and accurate a more
U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Richard Blumenthal, Darline Graham, Jeanne Shaheen, Jim Risch, Roger Wicker, Announce Agreement to Move Forward on Major Sanctions Legislation, Host Meeting with President Zelenskyy
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Richard Blumenthal, Darline Graham, Jeanne Shaheen, Jim Risch, Roger Wicker, Announce Agreement to Move Forward on Major Sanctions Legislation, Host Meeting with President Zelenskyy
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Darline Graham (R-S.C.), Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign more
Warren Presses Deputy Defense Secretary on Conflicts of Interest Related to Companies Bidding on Major "Golden Dome" Missile Defense Program
WASHINGTON, July 28 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren Presses Deputy Defense Secretary on Conflicts of Interest Related to Companies Bidding on Major "Golden Dome" Missile Defense Program
Feinberg was former head of private equity firm Cerberus; conflicts could be impacting military contracting decisions related to secretive $185 billion missile program
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U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee ( more
Audio & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Is a Guest on WAMC's Midday Magazine
ALBANY, New York, July 27 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Audio & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Is a Guest on WAMC's Midday Magazine
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Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul was a guest on WAMC's Midday Magazine.
AUDIO: The Governor's remarks are available in audio form here.
A rush transcript of the Governor's remarks is available below:
David Guistina, WAMC: Joining us now to talk about the first-in-the-nation one-year moratorium on the constr more
BRICS elevates traditional medicine with landmark declaration and new expert working group
GENEVA, Switzerland, July 27 -- The United Nations World Health Organization posted the following news:
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BRICS elevates traditional medicine with landmark declaration and new expert working group
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The 16th BRICS Health Ministers' Meeting, held in Chandigarh, India, on 23-24 July 2026, has produced the most significant political recognition of traditional medicine) in the history of BRICS health cooperation. For the first time, the Health Ministerial Declaration contains a dedicated sec more
DCCC Statement on Trump's Visit to Michigan's 7th Congressional District
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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DCCC Statement on Trump's Visit to Michigan's 7th Congressional District
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Ahead of Donald Trump's visit to Michigan's 7th Congressional District, DCCC spokesperson Katie Smith released the following statement:
"Tom Barrett broke every promise he made to Michiganders, instead rubber stamping Trump's agenda making life more expensive. Barrett is a fraud who voted twice to allow the more
Democratic Veterans Demand Transparency on Iran War Casualties
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Democratic Veterans Demand Transparency on Iran War Casualties
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following disturbing reports that the Department of Defense removed the names of four American troops from the official Iran War death toll, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) joined 14 fellow Democratic veterans in urging the Administration to accurately and transparently account for U.S. servicemembers killed a more
Durbin Slams Trump Administration's $88 Billion Supplemental Request While The President, Secretary Hegseth Have No Strategy To End War With Iran
WASHINGTON, July 27 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Durbin Slams Trump Administration's $88 Billion Supplemental Request While The President, Secretary Hegseth Have No Strategy To End War With Iran
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#In his speech on the Senate floor, Durbin also called for the release of previously appropriated funds for Ukraine and Baltic nations
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Appropriation more
House Clears $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill; Senate Path Uncertain
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 27 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news:
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House Clears $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill; Senate Path Uncertain
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The House narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act on July 22, voting 216-212 largely along party lines, with 209 Republicans in favor and 205 Democrats opposed.
The bill bars the Defense Department from using fis more
Media Tip Sheet: Halted U.S.-Iran Peace Talks
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: Halted U.S.-Iran Peace Talks
The U.S. and Iran have halted strikes for two weeks to give diplomats time to focus on peace talks. Iran has also paused military operations against regional targets. Although the U.S. and Iran are not directly communicating, they're negotiating through mediators.
The Strait of Hormuz, the waterway where a fifth of global oil supply flowed before the conflict, is more
More than half of the armed conflicts in 2025 took place while peace processes were underway
BARCELONA, Spain, July 27 -- The Autonomous University of Barcelona issued the following news:
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More than half of the armed conflicts in 2025 took place while peace processes were underway
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The UAB School for a Culture of Peace (ECP) has published Peace Negotiations 2025: Analysis of Trends and Scenarios, its annual report on the global state of peace negotiations. The analysis shows that 53 peace processes were recorded in 2025-the highest figure in recent years. Furthermore, dialogue more
WCC expresses grave concern over seizure of St Peter's Evangelical Church and Synod Secretariat in Tehran
GENEVA, Switzerland, July 27 [Category: Religion] -- The World Council of Churches posted the following news:
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WCC expresses grave concern over seizure of St Peter's Evangelical Church and Synod Secretariat in Tehran
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World Council of Churches (WCC) general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay expressed grave concern over the seizure of the St Peter's Evangelical Church and Synod Secretariat compound in Tehran, the eviction of its residents, and the reported interruption of worship at more
Heinrich Statement on Trump Admin Admitting It Canceled Energy Project Grants in Democratic-Led States Due to Partisan Politics
WASHINGTON, July 25 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following statement:
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Heinrich Statement on Trump Admin Admitting it Canceled Energy Project Grants in Democratic-Led States Due to Partisan Politics
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, released the following statement in response to news that the Trump administration admitte more
