Category Archives: Technology

Video from The US European Media Hub, US Department of State available on thenewsmarket.com: Alec Ross on the Nexus of Social Media and Political Power

Alec Ross, Senior Advisor for Innovation, U.S. Department of State, discusses the role of social media in the 21st century amid recent revolutions in Egypt and Tunisia. In this role, Alec is tasked with maximizing the potential of technology in … Continue reading

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CEOs from National Security Sector Discuss Alternative Financing and Contract Strategies

Approximately 60 leading CEO’s from companies that specialize in national security technologies and services gathered at a MissionLink event at the Tower Club in Vienna, VA., to hear from an expert panel of leaders from the Intelligence, technology and venture … Continue reading

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IT to Play a Central Role in Egypt’s Future

The central role information technology will play in Egypt’s economic and political future was confirmed today by Dr Magued Osman, the newly appointed Minister for Communications and Information Technology. Dr Osman confirmed continued strong government support for the country’s broad … Continue reading

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Support Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami Relief Efforts Through Mobile Giving

List of Available Short Codes to Donate in U.S. & Canada Full release

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CPSC Launches New Consumer Product Safety Information Database Today

Today, the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) goes live with the SaferProducts.gov database mandated by Congress, as part of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act.  Beginning today, consumers are encouraged to visit www.SaferProducts.gov to submit Reports of harm … Continue reading

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MTV Announces Original Movie on Cyberbullying and Unveils Anti-Digital Discrimination Coalition at White House Bullying Conference

Today at the White House Conference on Bullying Prevention, MTV announced it will premiere an original TV movie based on the tragic, true-life story of Abraham Biggs.  The film is part of MTV’s multi-year “A THIN LINE” campaign, which empowers … Continue reading

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