Willie L. Williams

Verizon Frontline bolsters its First Responder Advisory Council with newest member

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today introduced Michael Berkow, former director of the U.S. Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS), as the newest member of the Verizon First Responder Advisory Council (VFRAC) .

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  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today introduced Michael Berkow, former director of the U.S. Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS), as the newest member of the Verizon First Responder Advisory Council (VFRAC) .
  • Prior to his most recent leadership role as director of the CGIS, Berkow commanded the Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department in Savannah, Georgia.
  • “I’m excited to take on this new role with the Verizon First Responder Advisory Council helping support public safety agencies across the country,” said Berkow.
  • Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $136.8 billion in 2022.

Knightscope Deploys at Second of Three Locations for New Healthcare Client

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots (“ASRs”) and blue light emergency communication systems, today announces that it successfully deployed an ASR at the second of three locations for a healthcare client.

Key Points: 
  • Knightscope, Inc. [Nasdaq: KSCP] (“Knightscope” or the “Company”), a leading developer of autonomous security robots (“ASRs”) and blue light emergency communication systems, today announces that it successfully deployed an ASR at the second of three locations for a healthcare client.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240116407441/en/
    Knightscope Deploys at Second of Three Locations for New Healthcare Client (Photo: Business Wire)
    This healthcare client is a nonprofit, six-hospital health system that also includes a full-service children’s hospital, a 24-hour mental and behavioral health services center, and more than 70 primary care, specialty and urgent care clinics, 14,000 employees and nearly 3,000 health care providers.
  • Knightscope is honored to be a part of the robust safety program charged with protecting the healthcare providers as well as the patients they serve, their families and visitors.
  • The Robot Roadshow is only available to attendees of WGPC, and anyone wishing to schedule a one-on-one meeting with Knightscope may book a Pod visit here .

Authenticate.com Files Patent and Assembles World-Class Working Group to Develop EthicAi™ for Bias Reduction in Policing

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Monday, November 27, 2023

The patent filing represents a significant milestone in Authenticate's effort to create a more fair and equitable policing system.

Key Points: 
  • The patent filing represents a significant milestone in Authenticate's effort to create a more fair and equitable policing system.
  • "We are excited to announce the filing of our patent for an AI that will revolutionize policing by reducing bias and promoting fairness," said Steve Ward, CEO of Authenticate.
  • The AI being developed by Authenticate will utilize advanced algorithms and machine learning techniques to analyze data and identify patterns of bias in policing practices.
  • Authenticate's AI for bias reduction in policing has the potential to transform the way law enforcement agencies operate.

El Septimo Raises Over $100,000 in Under 4 Hours for Los Angeles Police Department

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Los Angeles, CA, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its ongoing philanthropy activities, El Septimo raised over $100,000 for the Los Angeles Police Department in less than 4 hours, becoming the single-largest amount raised to support the men and women of the Los Angeles Police Department in history.

Key Points: 
  • Los Angeles, CA, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its ongoing philanthropy activities, El Septimo raised over $100,000 for the Los Angeles Police Department in less than 4 hours, becoming the single-largest amount raised to support the men and women of the Los Angeles Police Department in history.
  • The fund raising was held at the El Septimo Members-Only Cigar Lounge in Woodland Hills and was hosted by El Septimo, with Chief Michael Moore of the LAPD in attendance.
  • “I am a huge supporter of people that put their own life in danger to protect and serve our communities.
  • We auctioned off El Septimo limited-edition cigars, lighters, humidors and other accessories to raise the money.

MacDermott Method Launches Groundbreaking 14-Day Parent/Teen Relationship Reset App

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Developed by licensed marriage and family therapist Kristin MacDermott, this easy-to-use program gives parents a step-by-step process for resetting their relationships with their teens at that crucial time when many parent/teen relationships unravel.

Key Points: 
  • Developed by licensed marriage and family therapist Kristin MacDermott, this easy-to-use program gives parents a step-by-step process for resetting their relationships with their teens at that crucial time when many parent/teen relationships unravel.
  • "This 14-day program is the culmination of 20 years of research and development in resilience and relationships, and I am thrilled to make it available in an app, so parents can use it anywhere.
  • The 14-Day Parent/Teen Relationship Reset is the latest addition to MacDermott Method's portfolio of services and resources, which includes resilience-training programs for schools, coaches, and family advisors, reflecting their dedication to enhancing the lives of families and communities.
  • For more information about the MacDermott Method and the 14-Day Parent/Teen Relationship Reset Program, please visit our website .

GardaWorld's ECAMSECURE Recognized for Outstanding Security Partnership

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Monday, September 11, 2023

DALLAS, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - ECAMSECURE, a GardaWorld company and leader in innovative, adaptable access and surveillance security solutions, clinched the Outstanding Security Partnership award at the eighth annual US Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) held at GSX in Dallas, Texas yesterday evening.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - ECAMSECURE, a GardaWorld company and leader in innovative, adaptable access and surveillance security solutions, clinched the Outstanding Security Partnership award at the eighth annual US Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPAs) held at GSX in Dallas, Texas yesterday evening.
  • These awards recognize and reward companies, people and innovation across the security sector.
  • ECAMSECURE garnered the accolade for its collaboration with the Los Angeles Police Department.
  • ECAMSECURE worked with a special LAPD task force to introduce a tailor-made surveillance solution, effectively countering rampant thefts from stationary cargo trains in Los Angeles.

Consumer Watchdog Applauds CA Privacy Agency's Investigation into Car Data

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Monday, July 31, 2023

LOS ANGELES, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California's privacy enforcement agency is investigating how car companies that collect personal data—a ballooning multibillion dollar industry—are complying with data privacy laws.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California's privacy enforcement agency is investigating how car companies that collect personal data—a ballooning multibillion dollar industry—are complying with data privacy laws.
  • "We're glad the agency is using its authority to investigate how powerful car companies are collecting and using our personal information under the law.
  • These companies know more about us than we know about ourselves, and they're the ones in control of our personal information, not us," said Justin Kloczko, tech privacy advocate for Consumer Watchdog.
  • Consumer Watchdog investigated the personal data gold rush of the car industry in its 2022 report, " Connected Cars and the Threat to Your Privacy."

Trump found liable for assaulting, defaming E. Jean Carroll – after a trial where he relied on a discredited myth about how women should react to rape

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

The jury, which announced its verdict on May 9, 2023, awarded Carroll US$5 million in damages.

Key Points: 
  • The jury, which announced its verdict on May 9, 2023, awarded Carroll US$5 million in damages.
  • Trump’s legal team ended its closing arguments in his rape trial on May 8 by saying that Carroll was lying about the alleged decades-old assault.
  • Carroll filed a lawsuit in 2022, claiming that Trump had raped her and then defamed her with his denials.

Myths about responses to sexual assault

    • Over several decades, researchers have documented myths about sexual assault – referred to as rape myths – that are both common and persistently held.
    • Like the line of questioning directed at Carroll, rape myths imply that “real” sexual assault can be distinguished from false accusations based on how women responded to the assault.
    • Rape myths are so prevalent that they can even be detected among people with training on sexual assault, such as law enforcement officers and crime lab personnel.
    • Contrary to myths, though, people respond in diverse ways when they experience traumatic events, including sexual assault.

Myths about responses to disclosure

    • After all, research shows that sexual assault can take a serious toll on all aspects of survivors’ lives, from their physical and psychological health to their careers and education.
    • In 2015, a team of researchers considered responses to sexual assault in a court setting by asking mock jurors to read nearly identical summaries of a sexual assault trial.

Women rarely lie about sexual assault

    • People routinely question women’s credibility when they disclose sexual harassment and assault, and imply that women lie about assault.
    • However, evidence consistently shows that false reports of sexual assault are exceedingly rare.
    • For example, two different research teams analyzed sexual assault reports made to the Los Angeles Police Department and a large university police department.
    • Yet, the vast majority of sexual assault cases reported to law enforcement do not result in convictions.

Trump's lawyer accuses E. Jean Carroll of lying -- relying on a common and discredited myth about how women are supposed to react to rape

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Former President Donald Trump’s legal team ended its closing arguments in his rape trial on May 8, 2023, by saying Trump’s accuser – journalist E. Jean Carroll – was lying about the alleged decades-old assault.

Key Points: 
  • Former President Donald Trump’s legal team ended its closing arguments in his rape trial on May 8, 2023, by saying Trump’s accuser – journalist E. Jean Carroll – was lying about the alleged decades-old assault.
  • Following the two-week trial, a Manhattan jury is expected to soon reach a verdict about whether Trump is guilty of battery and defamation as Carroll’s lawsuit, filed in 2022, claims.
  • Trump has always denied that he raped Carroll.

Myths about responses to sexual assault

    • Over several decades, researchers have documented myths about sexual assault – referred to as rape myths – that are both common and persistently held.
    • Like the line of questioning directed at Carroll, rape myths imply that “real” sexual assault can be distinguished from false accusations based on how women responded to the assault.
    • Rape myths are so prevalent that they can even be detected among people with training on sexual assault, such as law enforcement officers and crime lab personnel.
    • Contrary to myths, though, people respond in diverse ways when they experience traumatic events, including sexual assault.

Myths about responses to disclosure

    • After all, research shows that sexual assault can take a serious toll on all aspects of survivors’ lives, from their physical and psychological health to their careers and education.
    • In 2015, a team of researchers considered responses to sexual assault in a court setting by asking mock jurors to read nearly identical summaries of a sexual assault trial.

Women rarely lie about sexual assault

    • People routinely question women’s credibility when they disclose sexual harassment and assault, and imply that women lie about assault.
    • However, evidence consistently shows that false reports of sexual assault are exceedingly rare.
    • For example, two different research teams analyzed sexual assault reports made to the Los Angeles Police Department and a large university police department.
    • Yet, the vast majority of sexual assault cases reported to law enforcement do not result in convictions.

El Septimo Cigars Raises $50K for Los Angeles Police Department

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Los Angeles, CA, May 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its ongoing philanthropy, El Septimo has raised $50,000 for the Los Angeles Police Department West Valley Division.

Key Points: 
  • Los Angeles, CA, May 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of its ongoing philanthropy, El Septimo has raised $50,000 for the Los Angeles Police Department West Valley Division.
  • The fund were raised in less than 3 hours and was said to be one of the largest amounts raised in a single-event to support the men and women of the Los Angeles Police Department.
  • The fundraising event was held at the Members-Only El Septimo Cigar Bar & Lounge in Woodland Hills, CA, and was hosted by El Septimo.
  • Zaya S. Younan, CEO of El Septimo, says "I am a huge supporter of people that put their own life in danger to protect and serve our communities.