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JUNE 12, 2020

Microsoft Joins Rising Chorus Against Facial Recognition
Following other tech companies, the software giant’s president, Brad Smith, said Microsoft doesn’t sell facial recognition to police departments and won’t do so until there are federal laws to prevent its misuse. READ MORE

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Amazon Halts Use of Controversial Facial Recognition Tech
In a significant reversal of its earlier stance, Amazon said Wednesday it will stop police use of its controversial facial-recognition technology for a year as it awaits federal legislation to regulate it. READ MORE

What’s New in Civic Tech: CfA Makes All 2020 Events Virtual
Plus, a Georgetown University center is emphasizing the importance of state CDOs during dual crises, Arkansas’ governor has created a new technology advisory board to address COVID-19, and more. READ MORE

9 Million Students Lack Home Internet for Remote Learning
As schools made a fast transition to remote learning amid the outbreak of the COVID-19 crisis, many students fell behind due to a lack of high-speed Internet connectivity within their homes. READ MORE

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MORE HEADLINES

California Says Gig Workers Are Employees Under New Law

N.J. Governor Promises to Safeguard Contact Tracing Data

Census Privacy Protection Changes Need Testing, Experts Say

New App Helps Connect Users with Learning Resources

Opinion: COVID-19 Affirms Need for Better Broadband

FCC Passes 5G Upgrade Order Aimed at Lifting Rural Broadband

Wisconsin to Put $5M Toward Securing Local Elections

Maine Transit Agencies Confused by Out of State Rider Rules

EDITOR'S CHOICE

As Transit Reopens, Long-Term Impacts of COVID-19 Unknown

Report: Drones Viable Delivery Option During Health Crisis

Public, Private Sectors Must Work Together Toward New Normal

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