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The Privacy Commissioner Reported on the Proposed Amendments to the PDPO to Combat Doxxing at the 55th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities Forum

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Privacy law, Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Privacy Commissioner, Privacy, Articles, Social issues, Information privacy

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Date: 18 June 2021

The Privacy Commissioner Reported on the Proposed Amendments tothe PDPO to Combat Doxxingat the 55th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities Forum

The Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data, Hong Kong (Privacy Commissioner), Ms Ada CHUNG Lai-ling, attended the 55th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities (APPA) Forum held virtually from 16 to 18 June 2021.
Major themes discussed at the APPA Forum included the following:
In the discussion session on legislative developments, the Privacy Commissioner updated APPA members on the Governments proposals to amend the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance to curb doxxing activities.
The Privacy Commissioner explained to APPA members the elements of the new doxxing offence, and her newcriminal investigation, prosecution and enforcement powers under the Governments proposals.
The Privacy Commissioner, Ms Ada CHUNG Lai-ling, attended the 55th Asia Pacific Privacy Authorities Forum from 16 to 18 June 2021.

CO. by Colgate and The Cybersmile Foundation Kick Off Partnership on Stop Cyberbullying Day

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Cyberbullying, Abuse, Human behavior, Social issues, Stop Cyberbullying Day, The Cybersmile Foundation, Articles, Bullying

CO. by Colgate will donate $1 for every product purchased in 2021 to The Cybersmile Foundation, committing to a minimum donation of $200,000 and a maximum of $300,000.

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CO. by Colgate will donate $1 for every product purchased in 2021 to The Cybersmile Foundation, committing to a minimum donation of $200,000 and a maximum of $300,000.
** CO. by Colgate aims to help change this reality by supporting the work of The Cybersmile Foundation through financial contributions and by raising awareness around cyberbullying on CO.'s social media platforms.
To extend the conversation beyond Stop Cyberbullying Day, CO. by Colgate and The Cybersmile Foundation will continue to raise awareness of cyberbullying throughout the year and will publish a Cybersmile report sponsored by CO. by Colgate titled "The State of Play Report: Gen Z & Identity Based Cyberbullying."
"Stop Cyberbullying Day is a very important day for The Cybersmile Foundation as we dedicate our work to promote kindness, diversity and inclusion by building a safer, more positive digital community," said Scott Freeman, CEO of The Cybersmile Foundation.

Commitment to Diverse, Inclusive Workplace and Philanthropic Culture Help Make Aflac a Top 50 Civic-Minded Company in the United States for Fourth Consecutive Year

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Majority–minority relations, Aflac, Minority group, Social issues, Articles, Politics

So we are proud of the culture of compassion we have created, particularly through an extremely challenging year in 2020," said Aflac U.S. President Teresa White.

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So we are proud of the culture of compassion we have created, particularly through an extremely challenging year in 2020," said Aflac U.S. President Teresa White.
A leader in the fight for social justice for more than 65 years, the insurer boasts nearly 50% minority and 65% women in its workforce.
In fact, in a recent company survey, 91% of employees stated that Aflac has created an environment where people with diverse backgrounds can succeed.
Additionally, Aflac's board of directors is 64% ethnic minorities/women, which includes African American representation on the board since the 1990s.

Killi Interview to Air on Bloomberg TV in the US on the RedChip Money Report(R)

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Digital rights, Human rights, Identity management, Privacy law, Privacy, Social issues, Articles, Applied ethics

In the exclusive interview, Mr. Sweeney discusses how Killi is accelerating its data transparency program for consumers with a first-of-its-kind feature that allows users to fetch and control their online data profile.

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In the exclusive interview, Mr. Sweeney discusses how Killi is accelerating its data transparency program for consumers with a first-of-its-kind feature that allows users to fetch and control their online data profile.
To view the interview segment, please visit: https://youtu.be/rzwzFpyRD_0 .
"The RedChip Money Report" delivers insightful commentary on small-cap investing, interviews with Wall Street analysts, financial book reviews, as well as featured interviews with executives of public companies.
Killi Ltd. (TSXV: MYID) (OTCQB: MYIDF) is a company driven by the evolution of consumer data and privacy.

Kiosk Association Exhibiting NRF Retail Converge and NRN CREATE

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Identity management, Privacy, Privacy law, Internet privacy, Social issues, Articles, Politics

In other news a new resource page for Assistive Technology is now available listing provider companies, consequences for not providing, and additional resources.

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In other news a new resource page for Assistive Technology is now available listing provider companies, consequences for not providing, and additional resources.
A companion page covering the latest Legal News is available.
This is a running log with commentary on legal, privacy and patent situations.
Examples include the lawsuit against McDonalds for improper use of biometric data and a class action suit against over 125 Wendy's franchisees for ADA violation.

Block Commodities Ltd: Cannabis Licence Acquisition update and Issue of Equity

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Stock market, Corruption, Financial crimes, Articles, Finance, Social issues, Conflict of interest, Information, Insider trading, Market abuse

The information communicated within this announcement is deemed to constitute inside information as stipulated under the Market Abuse Regulations (EU) No.

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The information communicated within this announcement is deemed to constitute inside information as stipulated under the Market Abuse Regulations (EU) No.
Upon the publication of this announcement, this inside information is now considered to be in the public domain.
Under the extension agreement, the exclusivity period to complete the Acquisition is extended to 31 August 2021.
Application has been made for the 366,143,567 New Ordinary Shares to be admitted to trading on Aquis Stock Exchange ('Admission').

Report: Wage Gaps between Black and White Workers Continue to Widen--across Industry, Demography, and Education Levels

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Articles, Sexism, Social inequality, Income in the United States, Social issues, Workplace, Women's rights in the United States, Employment discrimination

Yet a new report from The Conference Board finds that wage gaps have only widened between Black and White workers, even those of otherwise comparable backgrounds and qualifications.

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Yet a new report from The Conference Board finds that wage gaps have only widened between Black and White workers, even those of otherwise comparable backgrounds and qualifications.
In 2010, for instance, Black men with a bachelor's degree or higher earned 18 percent less than White men.
By 2019, that gap had grown to 24 percent, driven by the striking underrepresentation of Black workers in high-paying industries and occupations.
If the trends of the last decade continue, today's wage gaps are poised to grow as Black workers are severely underrepresented in fields and job markets likely to see the fastest growth in high-paying jobs.

Yieldmo Announces Privacy-First Marketplace

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Yieldmo, a leading advertising technology company, today announced the debut of its privacy-first marketplace that analyzes the impression, not the audience, to deliver results for future-focused brands.

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Yieldmo, a leading advertising technology company, today announced the debut of its privacy-first marketplace that analyzes the impression, not the audience, to deliver results for future-focused brands.
The Privacy-First Marketplace is driven with machine-learning in real time, all with no cookies required.
Monetizing non-addressable inventory is a critical industry issue, and Yieldmo is committed to helping publishers tackle this challenge.
The Privacy-First Marketplace is only available on Yieldmos Smart Exchange, and is made available through dynamically curated Deals.

Public-Private Partnership Launches the First Direct Cash Transfer Study for Addressing Young Adult Homelessness. First Project Begins in New York City. NYC Nonprofit Agencies Can Apply For Funding To Staff And Implement The Pilot Program.

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Homelessness organizations, Housing, Homelessness, Youth homelessness, Residential buildings, Social issues, True Colors United

In the first phase, 30-40 young adults (ages 18-24) experiencing homelessness will receive $1,250 per month for up to two years.

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In the first phase, 30-40 young adults (ages 18-24) experiencing homelessness will receive $1,250 per month for up to two years.
New York City youth- and young adult-serving nonprofit agencies are encouraged to consider applying to the Request for Proposals announced today for implementing the project's supportive programming and recruitment processes.
Young adults with lived experience of homelessness co-designed the project, providing critical perspectives on how it can help end youth homelessness.
We must provide direct cash and youth directed support so youth can exit youth homelessness and can flourish in life."

Ageism in the Workplace is as Obvious and Prevalent as We All Fear

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Articles, Human behavior, Social issues, Youth rights, Ageism, Discrimination, Employment discrimination

CHICAGO, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ageism is arguably the most socially acceptable form of discrimination in the workplace.

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CHICAGO, June 17, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Ageism is arguably the most socially acceptable form of discrimination in the workplace.
There is currently an uphill battle in addressing the role ageism plays in day-to-day work as few workplace training seminars exist to educate and safeguard against ageism while limited HR policies exist to protect individuals who report instances of ageism.
In a survey of more than 700 professionals over the age of 40, among those who indicated experiencing ageism in their careers, 75% experienced that discrimination during their job search, while 53% indicated ageism within their workplace.
It's during the initial screening conversations and during post-screen interviews where ageism is most prevalent, according to the study, with 64% of respondents reporting ageism during initial screening conversations and 63% during post-screen interviews.