Emily Miller, Author at Riverdale Standard

Emily Miller

Estonia’s New Border Fence With Russia: A High-Tech Security Upgrade

Estonia has completed the construction of a 40-kilometer fence along its southern border with Russia, as part of a larger project to upgrade its border security and surveillance systems. The fence, which is equipped with sensors and cameras, is meant to deter illegal crossings and potential provocations from Russia, amid rising tensions in the region. Why Estonia is Fortifying its Border Estonia is one of the Baltic states that border…

How Surveillance Technology Is Changing the World and Challenging Our Rights

Surveillance technology, such as facial recognition, biometric scanning, and data mining, is becoming more advanced and widespread in the world. While some argue that these technologies can enhance security, efficiency, and convenience, others warn that they pose serious threats to privacy, human rights, and democracy. The Rise of Surveillance Technology Surveillance technology is not a new phenomenon. For decades, governments and corporations have used various methods to monitor, track, and…

FTC bans Rite Aid from using facial recognition after false shoplifting accusations

Rite Aid, one of the largest drugstore chains in the U.S., has agreed to stop using facial recognition technology in its stores as part of a proposed settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The FTC alleged that Rite Aid violated the privacy and civil rights of its customers by using faulty and discriminatory facial recognition systems that falsely flagged thousands of people as shoplifters. Rite Aid’s facial recognition program…

How Ukraine is using low-cost drones to fight a high-tech war

The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been raging for more than eight years, and it has seen the use of sophisticated weapons and tactics by both sides. But one of the most striking features of this war is the role of drones, especially the cheap and simple ones that can be bought online or made at home. These drones are not only used for surveillance and reconnaissance, but also…

UNL College of Business receives $500,000 gift from Arizona couple

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) College of Business announced that it has received a generous gift of $500,000 from an alumna and her husband, who live in Arizona. The gift will support scholarships and professional development programs for students and faculty. A passion for education and business The donors, who wish to remain anonymous, are both successful entrepreneurs and business leaders. They have a strong connection to UNL, as the…

Harvard Investment Chief Explores Business Opportunities in Israel

A Five-Day Trip with Top Executives and Investors Adam Goldstein, the managing director of investment for the Harvard Management Company (HMC), participated in an exclusive trip to Israel this week. He joined 65 other business leaders and investors from various sectors and countries, who were invited by the Israeli government and the nonprofit organization OurCrowd. The trip was designed to showcase Israel’s innovation and entrepreneurship, as well as to foster…

Medi-Moses CEO receives prestigious award for his influence in Ghana

The CEO of Medi-Moses Herbal Clinic and Prostate Centre, Dr. De-Gaulle Moses Dogbatsey, has been honoured as one of the 100 most influential personalities in Ghana for his remarkable contributions to the health and wellness sector. He received the award at the Business Executive Awards ceremony held at the Marriott Hotel in Accra on December 18, 2023. A plant medicine specialist with a vision Dr. Dogbatsey is an award-winning plant…

Uzbekistan Simplifies Business Regulations to Boost Economic Growth

Government Decrees to Cancel Excessive Obligations for Entrepreneurs The government of Uzbekistan has issued a decree to cancel more than 100 excessive obligations for entrepreneurs, according to a report by UzDaily.uz. The decree aims to simplify the business environment and stimulate the development of the private sector in the country. The decree covers various aspects of business activity, such as licensing, taxation, customs, inspections, and reporting. Some of the main…

India and Türkiye boost economic ties amid regional challenges

Leaders discuss trade, investment, defence and security Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a productive meeting on Thursday, December 21, 2023, in New Delhi, where they discussed various areas of potential cooperation between India and Türkiye. The two leaders expressed their satisfaction with the current level of bilateral relations and agreed to enhance them further in the fields of trade and investment, defence and security, civil…

Biden’s Record-Breaking Lending to Latino Businesses Amid Low Approval

How the Biden-Harris Administration is Supporting Latino Entrepreneurs The Biden-Harris Administration has announced that it has distributed more than $3 billion in loans to Latino-owned small businesses in fiscal year 2023, a record-breaking amount that surpasses the previous five years combined. This is part of the administration’s efforts to advance equity and opportunity for Latino communities across the country, who have been disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the…