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Whistleblower Rewards Essential to Combat Environmental Crime

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World-renowned law professor, Masaki Iwasaki, argues that countries should “ Reward whistleblowers who expose environmental crimes ,” in a recent article in the esteemed journal Nature. “Whistleblowers are invaluable guardians of our natural environment, and complement law enforcement,” writes Professor Iwasaki. “Authorities in each country should seriously consider legal policies that not only ensure their protection but also actively reward their contributions.” “Environmental crimes — i

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WATCH: MITRE’s Cedric Sims on Driving AI Adoption in the Enterprise

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WashingtonExec’s Amanda Ziadeh sits down with Cedric Sims, MITRE’s senior vice president for enterprise innovation and integration, to discuss how he’s driving the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies throughout the organization. In this chat, Sims shares his core focus areas this year, how he’s introducing new AI tools like ChatGPT and how AI capabilities play [.

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This World Wildlife Day Whistleblowing Bridges Digital Innovation with Animal Conservation

Whistleblower Network News

In our seemingly tech-obsessed age of constant connectivity warring with our disjointment from the outside world, many tend to focus on the negative side of our increased digital presence, claiming how out-of-touch with nature the new generations have become. However, this March 3rd, World Wildlife Day is celebrating the impact of technological advancements in the world of wildlife conservation by spotlighting digital innovation and modernized conservation methods with their 2024 theme, “ Connec

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The New English Arbitration Act: Power to Make an Award on a Summary Basis

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One of the proposed changes to the English Arbitration Act 1996 (the “Act”) introduced in the Arbitration Bill is an express power for tribunals to make an award on a summary basis in relation to any issue claim, or defence, if the tribunal considers that the party has no real prospect of succeeding on that issue, claim or defence. While the Law Commission acknowledged in its final report (the “Law Commission Report”) that arbitrators likely already have an implicit power

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Transparency is the Antidote for Rising IT Costs

Art of Procurement

“There is always room for negotiation around IT spend. The worst they can do is say ‘no,’ but at least. The post Transparency is the Antidote for Rising IT Costs appeared first on Art of Procurement.

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Top Space Execs to Watch in 2024: Northrop Grumman’s Sarah Schellpfeffer

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Sarah Schellpfeffer Sector Vice President & Chief Technology Officer of Space Systems, Northrop Grumman Sarah Schellpfeffer takes great pride in Northrop Grumman’s advancements in sensing and connectivity, notably in expanding its satellite communications from geostationary to low Earth orbit to meet changing mission requirements. The company has emerged as a leader in LEO systems in [.

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Top Space Execs to Watch in 2024: The Aerospace Corp.’s Ronald Birk

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Ronald Birk Principal Director of Space Enterprise Evolution Directorate, The Aerospace Corp.; President of American Astronautical Society Ronald Birk’s biggest recent achievement was accelerating the deployment of innovative commercial capabilities by building confidence using in-space testbeds and proving grounds. In many cases, there are impacts of the “flight-proven paradox,” where acquisition and integration of innovative [.

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Nominate Chief Information Officers for 2024 Chief Officer Awards

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The deadline to submit nominations for WashingtonExec’s Chief Officer Awards is March 8, and we want your help finding the top chief information officers taking their organizations to the next level. The COA luncheon will be May 10 at The Hilton in McLean, Virginia, and will recognize the most impactful and innovative C-suite executives in [.