Reports
Why we must be allowed to publish security flaws without being sued
Two academics have been given permission to publish their security research which reveals vulnerabilities in a wireless car locking system. But it was two years after they discovered it! Source: Why we … Continue reading Why we must be allowed to publish security flaws without being sued
Every TV news report on the economy in one
Charlie Brooker’s Weekly Wipe: Every TV news report on the economy in one, courtesy of generic reporter Emily Surname Continue reading Every TV news report on the economy in one
Kansas statistician suing the state to obtain election records, says voting results don’t add up – KSHB
This week, Secretary of State Kris Kobach asked a judge to block that request. Source: Kansas statistician suing the state to obtain election records, says voting results don’t add up – + … Continue reading Kansas statistician suing the state to obtain election records, says voting results don’t add up – KSHB
Corruption in America
This is a campaign by represent.us. Looks like a noble cause. Seems like it may take a long time to accomplish, but at least someone’s taking the step. In favor or not? … Continue reading Corruption in America
If Gov’t Balances its Budget…
Nice tweet by Stephanie Kelton, the Chief Economist, U.S. Senate Budget Committee, and a quick reminder for you all. If the Government balances its budget, you can say goodbye to the private sector’s … Continue reading If Gov’t Balances its Budget…
Exactly What Kind Of Socialist Is Bernie Sanders? : It’s All Politics : NPR
Socialists are a rare breed of political animal in this country. There’s just one in Congress — Vermont senator and presidential candidate Bernie Sanders. Source: Exactly What Kind Of Socialist Is Bernie … Continue reading Exactly What Kind Of Socialist Is Bernie Sanders? : It’s All Politics : NPR
Hong Kong student leader Joshua Wong charged over protests
Remember this kid from last year who sparked some demonstrations last year calling for continuing democratic elections? Now he’s facing jail time. These are the countries we do business with in the … Continue reading Hong Kong student leader Joshua Wong charged over protests
Michael Hudson on China and our Financial Economy
In a healthy economy, there is a symbiotic relationship between companies and people. People want to buy product, and companies make the product that the people want to buy. The companies hire … Continue reading Michael Hudson on China and our Financial Economy
Police brutality in the US should come as no surprise | The Guardian
Bryan Stevenson argues that young black men are still presumed guilty and dangerous by many Americans, and only transitional justice can begin to heal America’s racial wounds Continue reading Police brutality in the US should come as no surprise | The Guardian
The future of policing uses technology against you
Maybe that “self driving car” isn’t such a great idea after all! Source: The future of policing uses technology against you Continue reading The future of policing uses technology against you
UK surveillance “worse than 1984,” says new UN privacy chief
World needs a “Geneva convention” for the Internet to safeguard personal data. Source: UK surveillance “worse than 1984,” says new UN privacy chief Continue reading UK surveillance “worse than 1984,” says new UN privacy chief
TPP: The Trade Deal You’ve Never Heard Of
This agreement will expand the ability for corporations to sue an entire country in a special tribunal court if that country’s people pass any laws that might hurt potential future profits for that company. Continue reading TPP: The Trade Deal You’ve Never Heard Of