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Tuya Smart Shares Front-line Insights to Advance Discussions on Cyber Norms in Europe

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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THE HAGUE, Netherlands, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuya Smart (NYSE: TUYA, HKEX: 2391), a global IoT developer service provider, shared front-line insights at a cyber norms forum co-hosted by the Research Center for Global Cyberspace Governance (RCGCG) and the Cyber Security Governance of Leiden University to further advance discussions on cybersecurity regulation in Europe.

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  • THE HAGUE, Netherlands, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuya Smart (NYSE: TUYA, HKEX: 2391), a global IoT developer service provider, shared front-line insights at a cyber norms forum co-hosted by the Research Center for Global Cyberspace Governance (RCGCG) and the Cyber Security Governance of Leiden University to further advance discussions on cybersecurity regulation in Europe.
  • "Overcoming these challenges demands a comprehensive strategy, incorporating national governance, innovative enterprise-level solutions, and global cooperation," said Holmes Chen, Senior PR Director of Tuya Smart.
  • On the global stage, Tuya has demonstrated its cybersecurity and data protection prowess through the Ernst & Young SOC 2 Audit program.
  • Discussions at the forum also touched on the latest advancements in European legislation, discussing the EU Cybersecurity Act and the European Cyber Resilience Act.

Government of Canada announces funding to study potential for radicalization to violence across gaming platforms

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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It will aim to provide a more comprehensive understanding of potentially harmful socialization processes on gaming and gaming-adjacent platforms.

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  • It will aim to provide a more comprehensive understanding of potentially harmful socialization processes on gaming and gaming-adjacent platforms.
  • This investment is made through Public Safety's Community Resilience Fund (CRF), which supports partnerships and innovation in countering radicalization to violence.
  • Our project partners look forward to strengthening Canada's resilience by contributing to violence prevention strategies, especially tailored for gaming spaces."
  • The Extremism and Gaming Research Network is a leading international initiative researching the nexus between extremism and gaming, while implementing activities that tackle the misuse of video games and gaming platforms by extremist actors.

Coastal Carolina University launches South Carolina’s first space satellite program

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Conway, S.C., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Carolina University announces the launch of the CCU Space Program, the first such endeavor in South Carolina.

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  • Conway, S.C., Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coastal Carolina University announces the launch of the CCU Space Program, the first such endeavor in South Carolina.
  • The CCU Space Program will allow students to develop strong job-transferrable skills and may inspire the next generation of explorers.”
    Through this program, space technology will be levered to conduct scientific research aimed at addressing pressing issues in the management of the coastal environment and focus on monitoring and managing coastal erosion, sea-level rise, stormwater runoff, and other ecological concerns critical to the health of South Carolina’s coastal regions.
  • The CCU Space Program will offer an innovative and educational experience for students in intelligence and security studies.
  • In addition, the program will play a crucial role in safeguarding and managing cultural heritage assets, thus preserving South Carolina’s rich history.

Gainful Solutions Welcomes New Senior Consultants

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Managing Partners of Gainful Solutions, Ambassador Michael Ranneberger and Mr. Soheil Nazari-Kangarlou, and their Partners, Mr. Stephen Hayes and retired Colonel Dr. Isaiah Wilson, are honored to welcome Dr. Genevieve Lester and Mr. Vance Martin as senior consultants.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Managing Partners of Gainful Solutions, Ambassador Michael Ranneberger and Mr. Soheil Nazari-Kangarlou, and their Partners, Mr. Stephen Hayes and retired Colonel Dr. Isaiah Wilson, are honored to welcome Dr. Genevieve Lester and Mr. Vance Martin as senior consultants.
  • She was academic lead for intelligence matters and advised senior leadership at the Army War College.
  • She recently engaged Director of the Central Intelligence Agency William Burns in a fireside chat for students and faculty.
  • To create effective and enduring solutions, Martin has a firm commitment to the importance of culture as an equal partner to science, policy, and economics.

Israel-Egypt peace treaty has stood the test of time over 45 years: expert explains its significance

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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The peace agreement between Egypt and Israel, signed in 1979 to end hostilities and normalise relations between them, turns 45 on 26 March. The Conversation Africa asked Ofir Winter, a senior researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies, who studies Egyptian politics and the Arab-Israeli conflict, for his insights on the peace deal and the key challenging moments since it was signed.When and why did the peace treaty come into force?It marked the first treaty of its kind between an Arab country and Israel.

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The peace agreement between Egypt and Israel, signed in 1979 to end hostilities and normalise relations between them, turns 45 on 26 March. The Conversation Africa asked Ofir Winter, a senior researcher at the Institute for National Security Studies, who studies Egyptian politics and the Arab-Israeli conflict, for his insights on the peace deal and the key challenging moments since it was signed.

When and why did the peace treaty come into force?

  • It marked the first treaty of its kind between an Arab country and Israel.
  • Since then, five more Arab countries – Jordan, the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco and Sudan – have made peace with Israel.
  • The peace deal, and its consequences, are viewed as having reshaped the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict for the better.
  • And it wanted to strengthen its ties with the United States, by being at peace with its ally, Israel.

What challenges has the treaty faced?

  • Since then, the Israeli embassy has left its previous permanent residence and operates on a reduced scale and with a lower profile.
  • Read more:
    Hamas-Israeli conflict: what's at stake for Egypt

    However, past crises did not escalate to the point of suspending the peace agreement.

  • Egypt also benefits from intelligence cooperation with Israel in the fight against terrorism in Sinai.

Gaza conflict and the peace treaty

  • Even before the current war, Egypt had long been concerned about alleged Israeli plots to resolve the Gaza issue at its expense.
  • According to the military appendix of the 1979 peace agreement, areas C and D near the Egyptian-Israeli border are subject to demilitarisation.
  • A mechanism of military coordination between the Israeli and Egyptian defence forces monitors the parties’ commitments in the peace agreement.
  • Even amid the tensions stemming from the war in Gaza, Egypt has no intention of abrogating its peace treaty with Israel.
  • These include recalling the Egyptian ambassador from Tel Aviv, before resorting to more severe actions like suspending the peace treaty or some of its aspects, which could be harmful for both sides.


Ofir Winter does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

Array Technologies Appoints Solar Industry Veteran Jessica Lawrence-Vaca as Senior Vice President, Policy and External Affairs

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Array Technologies (NASDAQ: ARRY) (“Array” or “the Company”), a leading provider of tracker solutions and services for utility-scale solar energy projects, has named Jessica Lawrence-Vaca as senior vice president, policy and external affairs.

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  • ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Dec. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Array Technologies (NASDAQ: ARRY) (“Array” or “the Company”), a leading provider of tracker solutions and services for utility-scale solar energy projects, has named Jessica Lawrence-Vaca as senior vice president, policy and external affairs.
  • Lawrence-Vaca is currently serving as an alternate to the board of directors for the Solar Energy Industry Association (SEIA).
  • “I’m thrilled to be joining Array’s dynamic team at such an exciting time for the solar industry.
  • I look forward to bringing my skills and industry knowledge to the solar manufacturing sector, with an aim to drive growth and innovation through forging new partnerships that amplify our impact,” said Jessica Lawrence-Vaca, senior vice president, policy and external affairs at Array.

Carleton University's Jessica Davis Receives Distinguished SSHRC Talent Impact Award

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Thursday, November 23, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Carleton University's Jessica Davis , PhD Candidate in the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (NPSIA) has received the prestigious $50,000 Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Talent Impact Award.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Carleton University's Jessica Davis , PhD Candidate in the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (NPSIA) has received the prestigious $50,000 Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Talent Impact Award.
  • Davis received the award for her vital ongoing work in counter-terrorism, intelligence, and Canadian national security.
  • "We are delighted that Jessica Davis has received the SSHRC Impact Award – it, and the growing number of investments and partnerships Carleton has received, are a testament to the calibre of our students and early career researchers."
  • The SSHRC Impact Awards celebrate the achievements of Canada's top leaders, thinkers and researchers in the social sciences and humanities.

Drexel Hamilton Welcomes Dawn Halfaker to its Board of Advisors

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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"Dawn Halfaker experienced heavy combat in Iraq, lost her arm to an enemy rocket-propelled grenade, and then came home to build a massive company," said John Martinko, Drexel Hamilton's President.

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  • "Dawn Halfaker experienced heavy combat in Iraq, lost her arm to an enemy rocket-propelled grenade, and then came home to build a massive company," said John Martinko, Drexel Hamilton's President.
  • Drexel Hamilton is 100% veteran-owned, made up of 65% veteran employees with over 58 combat deployments, 26 deployment awards and 5 Purple Hearts among them," said Halfaker.
  • In 2006, Dawn founded Halfaker and Associates, a global technology firm focused on end-to-end digital solutions for government organizations.
  • As President and CEO, Dawn led Halfaker and Associates to rapid growth within the Federal sector.

Large Bipartisan Majority Approves US Military Aid to Ukraine

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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COLLEGE PARK, Md., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A bipartisan majority of seven-in-ten voters favor the US continuing to provide significant military aid to Ukraine to help in their ongoing war with Russia, according to an in-depth study by the Program for Public Consultation together with the Center for International and Security Studies at the University of Maryland's School of Public Policy.

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  • Continuing to provide military aid to Ukraine, including military equipment, ammunition, training and intelligence, was favored by 69%, including 55% of Republicans, 87% of Democrats and 58% of independents.
  • The sample was large enough to enable analysis of attitudes in very Republican and very Democratic districts based on Cook PVI ratings.
  • In both very red and very blue congressional districts, equally large majorities (71%) favored continuing military aid.
  • A bipartisan majority of 73% approved of this move, including 63% of Republicans, 86% of Democrats, and 64% of independents.

RUSI and ACAMS Launch Training Certificate to Drive Financial Inclusion for 'Unbanked' Groups

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To help fight inequality and reduce the illicit finance risks associated with limited access to the formal financial sector, the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) and ACAMS have launched a free-of-charge training certificate for banks and other institutions seeking to expand their products and services to disadvantaged populations.

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  • The Royal United Services Institute and ACAMS have launched a new online certificate to educate the private sector on the importance of financial inclusion to drive economic growth and fight financial crime.
  • Although seldom spotlighted by the media, financial exclusion and its consequences remain a dire problem for countries across the globe.
  • "Financial inclusion is crucial to the integrity of the financial system and the success of global efforts to fight financial crime," said Maria Sofia Reiser, a Research Analyst at RUSI's Centre for Financial Crime and Security Studies.
  • This work was funded by The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation as part of RUSI's three-year programme on Financial Inclusion and the consequences of anti-financial crime controls on financial inclusion.