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Debunking Russian Lies About Biolabs at Upcoming U.N. Meetings

The Rand Blog

Before Russia invaded Ukraine in February, its diplomatic missions began circulating some particularly fantastical lies. It's tempting to write off such claims as cartoonish propaganda. But Russia is making similarly outrageous claims to the United Nations and other international forums. Such maneuvers could dangerously undermine international arms control agreements.

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Security Industry Association Opens Nominations for 2022 Lippert and Progress Awards

Security Industry Association

These awards, recognizing outstanding SIA volunteer leadership and advancement of women in the security industry, will be presented at the 2022 SIA Honors Night celebration. SILVER SPRING, Md. – The Security Industry Association (SIA) has opened the 2022 call for nominations for the George R. Lippert Memorial Award and the SIA Progress Award – key awards celebrating outstanding volunteer contributions to SIA and leadership within the security industry.

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Sanctioning Business Leaders in Russia

The Rand Blog

Western sanctions are ensnaring more Russian business leaders, some of whom say they are unjustly targeted. Can those in the private sector reduce their risks of being designated? Perhaps, if they make difficult choices.

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iOS 16 is here, and Citrix Workspace app is ready for it!

Citrix

I remember getting my hands on my first iPhone in 2013. It hooked me with its modern design, powerful performance, and intuitive features, and I’ve been an Apple loyalist ever since. If you’re anything like me (and many other Apple … The post iOS 16 is here, and Citrix Workspace app is ready for it! first appeared on Citrix Blogs. Related Stories Security and mobility are imperative in a hybrid workplace.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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Wildfire Dangers in Western Washington

Disaster Zone

It always rains in Seattle, except in July, August and September.

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From Arcades to Metaverse: The Past, Present, and Future of Gaming

Pure Storage

At Pure, we talk a lot about data. (Naturally.) But things get really cool when we get to talk about what data can do—how it’s fueling creativity, innovation, and fun. Video games have been a testing ground and showcase for technology since a physicist invented the first game in 1958. Today, they’re on the bleeding edge of emerging technologies, from AI and blockchain to virtual reality and wearables.

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Setting Standards for Delivering High-Quality Care to Veterans with Invisible Wounds

The Rand Blog

Posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, traumatic brain injury, and substance use disorders are common among post-9/11 veterans and can interfere with their employment, family life, engagement with their communities, and overall well-being. A shared definition and standards for high-quality care can help organizations that support veterans to better assist in their recovery from these “invisible wounds.

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Leading Telecom Accelerates Development with Containers and Dynamic Storage

Pure Storage

As we’ve learned over the past couple of years, always-on connectivity is no longer a nice-to-have. Fast, reliable, and secure telecommunication services are central to the way we work, learn, and entertain. That means subscriber expectations are higher than ever. And in an industry notorious for churn, there is no shortage of choice. . To stay ahead of the competition, telecommunications companies are constantly adding to their portfolio of fiber, cable, wireless, and satellite offerings.

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The Wisdom of U.S. Restraint on Russia

The Rand Blog

The United States has been gradually increasing assistance to Ukraine without provoking a wider war. Although this approach has frustrated Ukrainian leaders and many observers, it reflects the best traditions of Cold War–era crisis diplomacy—pursuing U.S. interests while avoiding a direct clash with a rival, always with an eye on the long term.

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Is Training the Right Solution?

Speaker: Tim Buteyn

Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.

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A Better Understanding of NFPA 70E: Setting Up an Electrical Safety Program (Part 6 - Inspections)

National Fire Protection Association

NFPA 70E®, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® has requirements for what should be included in an electrical safety program (ESP) but does not provide details. The requirement in Section 110.5(B) to inspect electrical equipment is one where it is the employer’s responsibility to fill in the gaps. A properly documented ESP does not exist until that has been accomplished.

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TSPs: Making the Case to Invest in Risk and Resiliency

Fusion Risk Management

Technology has evolved rapidly in the past 20 years. I t connects us across digital platforms, automates low-value repetitive tasks, and allows us to have better insights into the world around us. Metaphorically speaking, technology is the backbone of our digital world. . Technology and data service providers (TSPs) have become critical contributors in the successful operations of every organization.

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Resources for Preparedness Month

Disasters and Faith-Based Organizations

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