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Sara Montes de Oca

Editor in Chief of TechEchelon and an accomplished journalist and correspondent known for her work focusing on business, finance, and politics. Previously, Sara worked as a correspondent and producer in Washington, D.C., contributing to fast-paced political and news programming, with experience in editing, scriptwriting, and live broadcast production.

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    Business & Finance

    Embracing the four-day workweek: A rising trend in American workplaces

    Over the years, American businesses have tested the concept of a four-day workweek, typically in response to economic downturns. However, the idea has become more popular recently.

    1146 DAYS AGO

  2. 434
    Cybersecurity

    Major federal agencies and corporations hit in global hacking operation

    The cyberattack led to a data breach at two DOE divisions, the DOE contractor Oak Ridge Associated Universities and the New Mexico-based Waste Isolation Pilot Plant, a defense-related nuclear waste disposal facility. This occurred when hackers manipulated a security loophole in MOVEit Transfer, as stated by the DOE.

    1146 DAYS AGO

  3. 435
    Artificial Intelligence

    The hidden impact of AI on workers' mental wellbeing

    The study, revealed by the American Psychological Association on Monday, highlights an escalating concern over the mental and emotional wellbeing of AI researchers, resulting from their isolated work environment.

    1149 DAYS AGO

  4. 436
    Business & Finance

    West Coast port congestion escalates amid labor disputes, risking new supply chain disruptions

    According to data from Go Comet, median delay times are on the rise in several key West Coast ports, including Los Angeles, Seattle, and Long Beach, with Seattle wait times now exceeding one week. Experts analysing the data report a rapid surge in shipping container rates on the West Coast.

    1151 DAYS AGO

  5. 437
    Cybersecurity

    FBI alerts public about 'deepfakes' in cybersex blackmailing schemes

    The statement released by the agency on Monday underlined how technological advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have amplified the quality, versatility, and accessibility of AI-generated content. Reports indicate that victims have found their images or videos manipulated into explicit content.

    1151 DAYS AGO

  6. 438
    Politics

    Twitter's data security and privacy practices under scrutiny following executive resignations

    A letter addressing these apprehensions was recently sent to Twitter by a group of Democratic senators. They voiced worries that the recent resignation of senior data security executives might jeopardize user data security and privacy, and possibly infringe upon a 2022 agreement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

    1151 DAYS AGO

  7. 439
    Politics

    Emerging AI technology raises questions about safeguarding intellectual property

    Lawmakers and legal experts are grappling with the implications of this rapidly advancing field for copyright protection while aiming to retain America's competitive edge globally. As patent law comes into focus, strategies for sensible regulation are being deliberated in Congress.

    1152 DAYS AGO

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