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Brain-Computer Interfaces Applications, Challenges, and Policy Options

Brain-Computer Interfaces Applications,...

Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) hold incredible potential to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities and enable hands-free control of devices in workplaces or even national defense. However, challenges…

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Global Innovation, Research and Development (IRD) Strategy: FY23-FY27

Global Innovation, Research and Development (IRD)...

The global strategy for International Relations and Development is a roadmap for navigating complex challenges and fostering impactful collaborations. It emphasizes innovation, resilience, and partnerships to address today’s pressing global…

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Transportation Security & Explosives Characterization Facial Hue Detection System

Transportation Security & Explosives...

The Facial Hue Detection System (FHDS) brings innovation to biometric technology, ensuring accurate and fair representation of skin tones across diverse populations. By calibrating imaging systems using precise skin tone…

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How to Create a Written Information Security Plan for Data Safety

How to Create a Written Information Security Plan...

Creating a Written Information Security Plan (WISP) is essential for safeguarding your business and clients. This document not only helps manage risks like data breaches but also serves as a…

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Living with Threats of Violence

Living with Threats of Violence

Living with threats of violence can trigger significant stress, anxiety, and fear, but there are practical strategies to help you cope. Prioritize self-care by maintaining healthy habits like proper sleep,…

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Office of Biometric Identity Management Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2025–2029

Office of Biometric Identity Management Strategic...

The Office of Biometric Identity Management (OBIM) Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2025–2029 charts a forward-looking path to enhance identity management capabilities across the Homeland Security Enterprise. Focused on three…

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Preparing for the 2030 Census: 2026 Census Test—Where We’re Testing and Why

Preparing for the 2030 Census: 2026 Census...

The 2026 Census Test is a critical step in preparing for the 2030 Census, focusing on improving data quality and coverage for historically undercounted communities. Testing will take place in…

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Office of the Chief Data Officer: Open Data Policy

Office of the Chief Data Officer: Open Data Policy

HUD’s Open Data Policy is a significant step toward making valuable housing data accessible to all. By committing to high-quality, privacy-protected, and machine-readable formats, HUD aims to empower communities, analysts,…

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CFPB’S Analysis of the First Seven Months of the Federal Student Loan Return to Repayment

CFPB’S Analysis of the First Seven Months of the...

The return to student loan repayment after a multi-year pause has revealed significant financial stress among borrowers. While nearly 40% of borrowers resumed making payments by April 2024, many continue…

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Semi-Annual Report of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Semi-Annual Report of the Consumer Financial...

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) latest report highlights a growing reliance on digital payment platforms and the unique risks they pose, particularly for servicemembers and underserved communities. From overdraft…

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Trends in Veteran Disability Status and Service-Connected Disability: 2008–2022

Trends in Veteran Disability Status and...

The prevalence of service-connected disabilities among veterans has nearly doubled since 2008, rising from 15% to almost 30% in 2022. Younger veterans, particularly those from the post-9/11 era, are increasingly…

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Wealth of Households: 2022

Wealth of Households: 2022

Household wealth in 2022 highlights stark inequalities, with median wealth varying widely by age, education, and homeownership. Younger households had significantly lower median wealth compared to older ones, while homeowners’…

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AI Safety and Automation Bias: The Downside of Human-in-the-Loop

AI Safety and Automation Bias: The Downside of...

Automation bias—our tendency to overly trust AI systems—can have dangerous consequences, from misjudged autopilot systems to mishandled safety alerts. This bias emerges from a mix of human, technical, and organizational…

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USDA Climate Adaptation Plan 2024-2027

USDA Climate Adaptation Plan 2024-2027

The USDA’s 2024-2027 Climate Adaptation Plan takes bold steps to address the evolving challenges posed by climate change. Building on its 2021 Plan, it outlines actionable strategies to protect landscapes,…

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Foster Youth to Independence Initiative: Implementation and Evolution

Foster Youth to Independence Initiative:...

The Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) Initiative, launched in 2019, provides crucial Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) assistance to young people with a history in foster care who are currently homeless…

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