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Než přišel do studia, uplaval ráno padesát bazénů. Ví to přesně, protože aby se nespletl, počítá uplavané bazény jako zlomky. Jeho prvním vzděláním byla střední zahradnická škola, a prý dodnes zná zpaměti latinské názvy pěti a půl tisíc rostlin. A do studia přišel v tričku s motivem filmu Kmotr. Ale prý to žádný podtext ani skrytý význam nemělo.Kdybyste neznali jméno mého hosta z titulku, asi byste po těchto informacích těžko tipovali, že jde o jednoho z aktérů tzv. bitcoinové kauzy. Česká politika i média jí žijí už mnoho týdnů, zatím však moc netušíme, co se vlastně seběhlo.V dnešní epizodě bude rozhovor právě se soudním znalcem Jiřím Bergerem. Známe se jen od vidění, ale dlouho, už od devadesátých let, kdy já o rodícím se českém webu psal do Reflexu a připravoval televizní pořad Zavináč, a on byl jako zakladatel serveru Notebooky.cz jedním z internetových pionýrů.Samotný rozhovor s Bergerem je dlouhý, a delší je i tento “propagační” text. Bitcoinová kauza je složitá, a je asi důležité náš rozhovor zarámovat do toho, co o této kauze zatím víme a co se o ní pouze dohadujeme.Jiří Berger je mužem mnoha oborů i profesí, a soudní znalectví v oboru kybernetika je jen jednou z nich. Příběh bitcoinové kauzy začal 7. března v kanceláři na pražské Bělehradské třídě. Kromě Bergera tam byl i advokát Kárim Titz, který zastupuje Tomáše Jiřikovského, pravomocně odsouzeného provozovatele nelegálního online tržiště Nucleus na takzvaném darknetu. Předmětem zájmu je starý kus výpočetní techniky, který má údajně ukrývat digitální jmění v bitcoinech. Později do kanceláře dorazil i notář.Berger, jako státem aprobovaná technická autorita, měl za úkol otevřít Jiřikovského bitcoinovou peněženku, ověřit její obsah a dohlédnout na převod části prostředků českému státu formou „daru“. To také podle svých slov udělal, transparentně a odborně správně.Bezprostředním výsledkem je převod bitcoinů v hodnotě zhruba jedné miliardy korun na účet Ministerstva spravedlnosti. Brzy se však ukáže, že to byl pouhý zlomek celkové částky. Objevují se informace, že v peněženkách spojených s Jiřikovského aktivitami mohly být prostředky v hodnotě až dvanácti miliard korun. Zbytek zůstal buď nedostupný, nebo zmizel.Trvalo řadu týdnů, než se informace o daru Jiříkovského dostaly do médií. Jiří Berger se ocitl v epicentru politického skandálu. Jedno jisté: jakkoli jeho jméno veřejnost neznala, nebyl a není nějakým bezejmenným expertem s kulatým razítkem. Jeho profesní dráha je mozaikou zdánlivě nesourodých prvků, které však dohromady tvoří obraz mimořádně schopného a ambiciózního člověka.Bergerova kariéra stojí na unikátním vzdělání. Vystudoval informatiku na České zemědělské univerzitě, získal titul MBA a překvapivě absolvoval i skladatelské oddělení Konzervatoře Jaroslava Ježka. Tato kombinace technického a uměleckého vzdělání naznačuje myšlení, které se neomezuje na jedinou disciplínu.A když jsem u vzdělání, Berger absolvoval prestižní akademii projektového leadershipu v americké NASA v roce 2014. Jde o elitní centrum, které školí manažery pro řízení nejkomplexnějších a nejrizikovějších projektů na světě, srovnatelné s vesmírnými misemi.Jak jsem říkal, Berger se už v devadesátých letech etabloval jako úspěšný podnikatel. V roce 2002 prodal internetové vydavatelství Notebooky.cz mediální společnosti MAFRA, kde se stalo součástí portálu Technet.Jeho klíčovými firmami jsou FRACTAL s.r.o. a e-FRACTAL s.r.o.. Nejde o malé IT firmy; podle veřejných registrů uzavřely se státními institucemi stovky smluv v hodnotě desítek milionů korun. Společnost FRACTAL působí jako významný prodejce letenek pro korporátní klientelu.Globální ambice dokresluje projekt PhoneCopy.com. Jde o fungující službu pro zálohu a synchronizaci dat z mobilních zařízení, která má díky nástupu cloudu své nejlepší období sice už za sebou, ale i tak se může pochlubit více než 1,25 milionem aktivních uživatelů po celém světě. Berger jako CEO firmy je do projektu aktivně zapojen, což dokládají i jeho příspěvky na firemním blogu.Bergerova expertíza není jen praktická, ale i teoretická. Je držitelem amerického patentu č. 7,904,431 s názvem „Metoda a systém pro automatizované modelování požadavků”. Tento patent není jen formalitou; jeho principy se aktivně používají.Je spoluautorem několika odborných článků publikovaných v recenzovaných vědeckých časopisech, které se týkají českého systému eRecept. Jeho výzkum se soustředí na využití procesního modelování ke zefektivnění implementace složitých IT systémů ve veřejné správě. To bylo v projektu eReceptu použito například pro efektivní začlenění záznamů o očkování proti covidu.A pak je tu druhá tvář Jiřího Bergera, jeho kariéra soudního znalce a vlivného konzultanta. Napsal podle svých slov nepočítaně posudků, ale minimálně dva “vyčuhují”, protože se dotýkají opět svého času mediálně sledovaných kauz: pražské Opencard a výběrového řízení na mýtný systém, provozovaný firmou Kapsch.Plus samozřejmě již zmíněné účinkování v bitcoinové aféře. V ní čelí podezření i stížnostem, které poukazují na možný střet zájmů. Ale podle Bergera probíhalo vše standardně a nevybočilo z běžné praxe. Co bylo nestandardní, je astronomická suma, o kterou jde.Ano, zřejmě se podařilo obnovit přístup pouze k části bitcoinů, kterými Jiříkovský kdysi disponoval, ale jak říká Berger, a velmi srozumitelně to vysvětlil i Patricku Zandlovi, který o tom napsal text na svůj web Marigold, mělo to čistě technický důvod. A tím byl zastaralý typ bitcoinové peněženky, která otevřela jen ty adresy, ke kterým byly klíče na navráceném starém hardwaru. Ostatní jsou nedostupné a tedy fakticky ztracené.Objeví se někde? Ulít peníze do bitcoinu je ten nejhorší způsob, říká Jiří Berger. Je to tak? Netroufám si říct. A vlastně ani nemám ambici a hlavně ani možnosti se dopátrat pravdy. Baví mě příběhy, a ten Jiřího Bergera je fascinující.Jistě, nenabízí jednoduché odpovědi. Ale nabízí komplexní a pozoruhodný portrét muže mnoha talentů. Vizionářského byznysmena, chytrého a kreativního akademika a zároveň tvůrce, a také vlivného operátora pohybujícího se na pomezí byznysu, státu i politiky. Poslechněte si verzi tohoto příběhu přímo od jeho nositele.Přeju příjemný poslech!

According to officials, the Defense Department's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program is a national secutity imperative to protect intellectual property and maintain an American competitive advantage in defense technology. At AFCEA TechNet 2025 in Baltimore, Katie Arrington, performing the duties of the DOD CIO, says CMMC needs to adapt dynamically to evolving cyber threats. With evolving tech like AI and quantum, acquisition rules need to adjust to evolving technologies while maintaining security standards. Arrington says that the Defense Department needs to continue to streamline cyber requirements through required standards, guidance and executive orders. She also discusses the need for a cultural shift towards continuous cybersecurity, the new Software Fast Track Initiative and baking cybersecurity into all DOD functions.

How a third-generation builder turned a storage-unit startup into a national infrastructure powerhouse—and what's next for tech's invisible backbone. Floyd Auten, COO and co-founder of TechNet Partners, joins Neal for an episode that digs deep into the literal and figurative foundations of tech. From punchdowns in high school to powering stadiums and data centers across the country, Floyd shares how his family legacy in electrical work turned into a career designing the infrastructure that keeps the digital world running. They talk about life safety systems, the rise of AI tools in design, the Padres' Wi-Fi network, and how Floyd's team at TechNet is scaling services across all 50 states. Floyd also shares what it meant to win the Top Tech Award in 2024—and why he's excited to help spotlight other behind-the-scenes innovators this year.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps MCU teaser trailer is here! Brett and EvilJeff give you a breakdown. We also got some X-Men casting rumors to report. In comic books, the Technet showed up in Avengers 23! We review that plus Wolverine 6 and Phoenix 8. We also talk Invincible S3, take a deep dive into Severance S2E4, and more!

Jeanette Shaw is the Senior Director of Policy at Forth and a member of their leadership team. Forth is a non-profit that advances electric, smart and equitable access to clean transportation. At Forth, Jeanette is responsible for public policy and regulatory affairs at the state and federal levels. She has over three decades of extensive international, national, state and local public policy expertise in technology and association management focusing on issues such as manufacturing investment credits, economic development zones, workforce training, organizational development, and transportation options such as shared mobility, first and last mile transportation options, and light and heavy-duty rail. Jeanette was also tapped to help start TechNet, a national technology trade association.  Jeanette Shaw was elected to the Tigard City Council in 2020 and began her service in 2021. She served on the Oregon Solutions Transportation and Electric Vehicle Collaborative; the State of Oregon Career Technical Education Advisory Commission and was a founding Board member of the STEM STEAM East Multnomah Partnership. Councilor Shaw holds an Executive MBA from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She is married to Jason Shaw, a fifth-generation Oregonian.

Jeanette Shaw is the Senior Director of Policy at Forth and a member of their leadership team. Forth is a non-profit that advances electric, smart and equitable access to clean transportation. At Forth, Jeanette is responsible for public policy and regulatory affairs at the state and federal levels. She has over three decades of extensive international, national, state and local public policy expertise in technology and association management focusing on issues such as manufacturing investment credits, economic development zones, workforce training, organizational development, and transportation options such as shared mobility, first and last mile transportation options, and light and heavy-duty rail. Jeanette was also tapped to help start TechNet, a national technology trade association.    Jeanette Shaw was elected to the Tigard City Council in 2020 and began her service in 2021. She served on the Oregon Solutions Transportation and Electric Vehicle Collaborative; the State of Oregon Career Technical Education Advisory Commission and was a founding Board member of the STEM STEAM East Multnomah Partnership.   Councilor Shaw holds an Executive MBA from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She is married to Jason Shaw, a fifth-generation Oregonian.  

Department of the Navy Deputy Principal Cyber Advisor Josh Reiter unpacked the Navy's cyber strategy at AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu this week. He highlighted its seven lines of effort that contribute to maintaining the Navy's operational efficiency across people, critical infrastructure and data. The Navy is shifting from a compliance mindset to one of cyber readiness, and expanding its view of cybersecurity as less of a traditional IT problem to more of a operational technology issue. He said this approach is incorporating more visibility into critical infrastructure, as Navy ships are like small cities with infrastructure that needs maintenance. He also shared how the department is attracting and retaining cyber talent, calling the people “our most important asset.”

Indopacom Cyberspace Operations – Integrated Planning Element (CO-IPE) Director Capt. Ron Arellano also serves as a liaison naval officer for U.S. Cyber Command. His role carries a lot of insight into cybersecurity posture and translating policy to ensure an integrated partner environment. Arellano discussed at AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu some of his key priorities and challenges in cybersecurity operations within the Indo-Pacific theater. He emphasized the importance of building strong relationships with allies, partners and local government agencies to enhance the security of shared systems and infrastructure. He also cited the need to integrate cyberspace operations across all Indopacom activities, moving away from the traditional siloed approach. He discusses how leveraging emerging technologies like machine learning and artificial intelligence will help the command keep pace with the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape.

NAVWAR Chief Engineer Robert Wolborsky said the Navy is using emerging technology like 5G and proliferated low-Earth orbit (PLEO) satellites to deliver data and information to the warfighter anywhere on the sea. Wolborsky, who sat down with us at AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu this week, said the lessons learned from the service's 4G experience have driven the Navy's approach to 5G. He spoke on his desire to stay ahead of the power curve with the capability. The Navy is fielding 5G pilots called tranches to find ways to deliver connectivity and capability in any environment and over long distances.

DISA has been seeing a lot of excitement across Defense Department partners around its Joint Operational Edge (JOE) commercial cloud capability. Its Product Owner Matt Quinn from J9 Hosting and Compute joined us at AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu to discuss JOE's progress in the year since it went live. Quinn discussed lessons learned as DISA extends the cloud beyond the continental United States to the operational edge. He also outlined what considerations the agency will make moving into the next year amid other cloud computing capabilities it is providing to the military services.

Defense Innovation Unit is on a mission to bring in innovative technology to the military services and combatant commands quickly. Cyber Senior Project Manager Dwayne Florenzie brings a wealth of experience from the private sector to DIU's cyber and telecom portfolio that is prioritizing bringing 5G connectivity to the military globally. At AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu this week, Florenzie shares how the increased funding DIU has received over the past year is setting the organization up to accelerate partnerships across the services within various portfolios. He shares how collaboration is starting to increase between the portfolios especially as artificial intelligence takes hold across different capabilities. Florenzie also shares the growth that is left in the 5G industry and the potential it has to revolutionize communications and support military operations.

Defense Innovation Unit AI Technical Director Chris Murphy has a dual-hatted role also serving as the organization's embed at Indo-Pacific Command. DIU's embed program pairs technologists with combatant commands to field technology more quickly. Murphy at AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific highlights this commercial integration role and how he's focused on leveraging modeling and simulation capabilities from the commercial AI space to enable decision superiority. He discusses how he sees these efforts enabling rapid delivery of solutions and helping to scale technology innovation across the mission partner environment.

Coast Guard Deputy CIO and Chief Data and AI Officer Brian Campo joins us at AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu to share lessons learned for the service after completing a four-year “Tech Revolution” digital modernization plan. This four-year plan looked across the Coast Guard to see where investments could be made in connectivity, technology and improving the mission. Campo said even though the “revolution” is completed, the Coast Guard is still looking for opportunities to modernize and transform its IT portfolio away from simple IT solutions to larger contributions to its mission and the Defense Department's CJADC2 strategy.

Indopacom J2 CTO Ben Needles discusses the challenges and priorities of integrating various capabilities in the mission partner environment across the Indo-Pacific region. Needles described at AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu how his directorate is standardizing knowledge and data to prepare for leveraging emerging technologies like AI to enhance intelligence analysis and decision-making in the field. This, he said, would help the command avoid high costs associated with using other available large language models. Finally, he highlights the importance of testing and experimenting not only with technology, but also policies and other guidance.

Hear Jonathan Alboum, Federal CTO at ServiceNow, as he discussed the transformative impact of AI on cybersecurity in government agencies. He emphasized the use of AI to maintain a strong cyber defense, detect anomalies, and respond to incidents more effectively. Alboum highlighted the ability of AI to reduce false positives and focus human resources on high-value tasks. He pointed out that while AI can significantly enhance cybersecurity measures, it is crucial to ensure transparency and human oversight in AI-driven processes. He also stressed the importance of balancing the rapid adoption of AI technologies with maintaining a skilled cybersecurity workforce. Link to YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/xzgLyRn75FM?feature=sharedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear Jonathan Alboum, Federal CTO at ServiceNow, as he discussed the transformative impact of AI on cybersecurity in government agencies. He emphasized the use of AI to maintain a strong cyber defense, detect anomalies, and respond to incidents more effectively. Alboum highlighted the ability of AI to reduce false positives and focus human resources on high-value tasks. He pointed out that while AI can significantly enhance cybersecurity measures, it is crucial to ensure transparency and human oversight in AI-driven processes. He also stressed the importance of balancing the rapid adoption of AI technologies with maintaining a skilled cybersecurity workforce. Link to YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/xzgLyRn75FM?feature=sharedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Zero Trust is becoming a critical pillar of the department of Defense's cybersecurity strategy. The strategy, embodied by the motto of “never trust, always verify,” demands a new outlook on cybersecurity. Randy Resnick discusses why Zero Trust is so important, how his office is working to reshape the way DOD employees view zero trust, and how clear standards can help the DOD and other agencies adopt zero trust in their operations.

From the battlefield to headquarters, the potential of 5G networks opens the door for new partnerships, strategies and emerging technologies. At TechNet Cyber, Defense Department 5G Cross Functional Team Director Juan Ramirez discusses how 5G unites the department under multiple interoperability efforts, prepares the warfighter for the fight of the future and enhances the cybersecurity of the DOD apparatus.

The Defense Department's Fulcrum: DoD Information Technology (IT) Advancement Strategy unites many of DOD's cybersecurity strategies under one umbrella. It also provides a roadmap through 2029 for the DOD CIO's essential support of the National Defense Strategy. Robert Franzen, Deputy Customer Experience Officer at the DOD CIO's office, breaks down the department's recently unveiled Fulcrum and how it will support warfighters and the entirety of the Defense Department.

The military services are prioritizing developing technology in warfighting scenarios and fielding it quickly. At the Department of the Navy, officials are thinking about how to bring forward a set capabilities that can be interoperable throughout different scenarios while maintaining security. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Navy CIO Jane Rathbun discussed interoperability in the defense industry and platform standardization and cybersecurity.

Every day, thousands of attacks are directed at U.S. military, government and defense industrial base systems. Protecting those systems is increasingly a key part of the national defense mission and keeping pace with adversaries is critical. Gen. Timothy Haugh leads Cyber Command and the National Security Agency in a dual-hat role. According to him, the ability to adapt and build resiliency is key to building cybersecurity. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Haugh broke down how threats are evolving, his plans for combatting them and how cybersecurity impacts national security.

Officials at Joint Force Headquarters – Department of Defense Information Network (JFHQ-DODIN) need to protect the DOD's thousands of employees when they use the network. To secure the system, JFHQ-DODIN uses a multi-faceted approach to cybersecurity, including adaptive intelligence, identity management and partnerships. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, JFHQ-DODIN Director of Operations Col. Michael Reeder discussed data security, the importance of collaboration within the cybersecurity community and DOD's unified force approach to network operations.

Challenges can be opportunities when it comes to software modernization at the Defense Department. The agency is meeting these opportunities with the release of its new Fulcrum strategy and ongoing zero trust efforts, according to DOD Director of Cloud & Software Modernization George Lamb. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Lamb discussed progress made on the Pentagon's 2022 software modernization strategy, how the new Fulcrum strategy ties into software modernization goals and the necessity of zero trust being baked into all DOD operations.

As the third largest network in the world behind the U.S. and China, Joint Force Headquarters – Department of Defense Information (DODIN) has many vulnerabilities it must secure. A key part of this mission is recruiting the talent to fill its numerous open cyber roles. DODIN Network Deputy Commander Brig. Gen. Heather Blackwell said key to building strong cybersecurity is having an engaged and innovative workforce. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Blackwell discussed how culture, the workforce and technology work together to secure DODIN.

One year since the publication of the Defense Department's Cyber Workforce Implementation Plan, the department has made progress on filling 30,000 open cybersecurity roles. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, DOD Principal Director for Resources & Analysis Mark Gorak discusses the plan and how it's enabled the department to fill about 3,000 jobs so far. He also breaks down the next steps ahead in achieving full department efficiency and the plans to identify, upskill, train and retrain a mission-focused cyber workforce.

Connectivity is integral to the warfighting force, but connecting the dispersed military and civilian workforce around the world is challenging. It requires a balance of speed and security while also prioritizing the user experience and modernizing infrastructure. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Defense Information Systems Agency J6 Global Services Directorate Vice Director Brig. Gen. Michael Cornell discusses cybersecurity efforts and how the department is embracing best practices and innovation while deploying new technology.

This Day in Legal History: Pivotal LGBTQ+ Rights DecisionsOn this day, June 26th, in legal history, two pivotal Supreme Court decisions significantly advanced the cause of marriage equality in the United States.On June 26, 2013, the Supreme Court delivered its decision in United States v. Windsor. In a 5-4 ruling, the Court struck down Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), which had defined marriage for federal purposes as the union between a man and a woman. Edith Windsor, the plaintiff, had been denied a spousal tax exemption after her same-sex spouse's death, prompting her to challenge the law. The Court held that DOMA's definition of marriage was unconstitutional as it violated the principles of due process and equal protection guaranteed by the Fifth Amendment. This landmark decision allowed same-sex couples to receive the same federal benefits as heterosexual couples, marking a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ rights and equality.Two years later, on June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court issued another historic ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges. In another closely divided 5-4 decision, the Court declared that same-sex marriage is a constitutional right under the 14th Amendment. The case consolidated several challenges from same-sex couples who had been denied the right to marry or have their marriages recognized by their home states. Justice Anthony Kennedy, writing for the majority, stated that the right to marry is a fundamental right inherent in the liberty of the person, and under the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses of the 14th Amendment, same-sex couples cannot be denied that right. This ruling effectively legalized same-sex marriage across the United States, ensuring that all states must perform and recognize marriages between individuals of the same sex.These decisions on June 26th were monumental in affirming the rights of same-sex couples and dismantling legal barriers to marriage equality, marking significant victories for the LGBTQ+ community and setting precedents for future civil rights advancements.Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson recently surprised defense attorneys with her unexpected votes against criminal defendants, despite her background as a former federal defender. In two cases decided at the end of the term, Jackson broke from her liberal colleagues. She joined the majority in a case broadening expert witness testimony and dissented in another that reinforced the right to a jury trial.President Joe Biden highlighted Jackson's unique experience as a public defender when nominating her in 2022. In Diaz v. United States, a 6-3 decision, the Court sided with prosecutors on expert witness testimony, allowing experts to discuss what most defendants generally know. Jackson joined Justice Clarence Thomas's majority opinion and wrote separately, suggesting the rule could benefit both prosecutors and defendants.In Erlinger v. United States, the Court ruled 6-3 to apply the Apprendi v. New Jersey precedent broadly, requiring juries to decide facts that could increase sentences. Jackson dissented, arguing that Apprendi limits legislative efforts to create fairer sentencing systems. She suggested overturning Apprendi, which surprised many in the defense community given its importance to defendants' rights.Some notable defense attorneys have expressed disappointment in her positions, though acknowledging that public defender views are not monolithic.Justice Jackson Takes Unexpected Positions in Criminal CasesA recent study by Georgetown University's Center on Education and Workforce revealed that law school graduates earn a median salary of $72,000 after debt payments four years into their careers. However, this figure varies significantly depending on the law school attended. Graduates from seven elite law schools, including Columbia, University of Pennsylvania, and Harvard, have median earnings of over $200,000 after debt. In contrast, graduates from 33 lower-ranking law schools earn $55,000 or less.The report, titled "A Law Degree Is No Sure Thing: Some Law School Graduates Earn Top Dollar, but Many Do Not," shows that law graduates typically leave school with a median debt of $118,500. Columbia Law School offers the highest return on investment with net median earnings of $253,800 after four years, followed by other top-tier schools. These elite institutions account for about 20% of law students and tend to send over half their graduates to high-paying jobs at large law firms.Conversely, 20 law schools have graduates with median net earnings of $50,000 or less after debt payments, including Cooley Law School and Atlanta's John Marshall Law School. The study utilized data from various sources, such as the U.S. Census Bureau and the American Bar Association, to assess employment outcomes, salaries, bar passage rates, and debt.The report underscores a significant disparity in financial outcomes between graduates of top-ranked law schools and those from lower-ranked institutions.Law grads' median earnings of $72,000 after debt show 'vast gulf' in pay, study finds | ReutersLawmakers in the United States are pushing for the first major federal data privacy legislation, the American Privacy Rights Act, which has bipartisan support. The bill, sponsored by Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell and Republican Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers, aims to establish a national data privacy standard. This would allow individuals to access, delete, and opt out of their data being used for targeted advertising, and would create a national data broker registry.The U.S. has lagged behind other regions like the European Union, which implemented the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in 2018. Industry groups, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and TechNet, argue that the bill lacks safeguards to prevent states from adding their own regulations, which could complicate compliance for businesses. They advocate for a unified national standard without additional state-level regulations.Privacy advocates, however, contend that the bill would hinder states from addressing new technological developments and responding to emerging privacy issues. They fear that federal pre-emption could stifle the progressive influence of states like California, which often leads in privacy regulations. Ashkan Soltani, from the California Privacy Protection Agency, warned against setting static regulations given the rapid pace of technological advancements.Democratic Representative Suzan DelBene supports the bill, citing the current "patchwork" of state laws as problematic for small businesses. The bill will undergo a markup hearing on Thursday, a crucial step before potentially advancing to a House vote.US lawmakers push for federal data privacy law; tech industry and critics are wary | ReutersA federal judge has ruled that Walt Disney Co. must face an antitrust class action lawsuit filed by 25 subscribers to YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream. The subscribers allege that Disney's agreements with rival streaming TV providers, which included access to ESPN content, restrained trade and led to higher prices. Judge Edward J. Davila of the US District Court for the Northern District of California found that the plaintiffs plausibly alleged Disney's conduct harmed competition in the streaming live pay TV market (SLPTV).The lawsuit claims Disney's agreements prevented other streamers from offering lower-priced bundles excluding ESPN, thus raising subscription costs and protecting Disney-owned Hulu from competition. Despite partially dismissing the initial complaint, the judge allowed an amended complaint to proceed, alleging violations of the federal Sherman Act and state antitrust laws. While the court dismissed claims for damages under the Sherman Act, limiting potential relief to an injunction, it allowed most state antitrust claims to continue, except for those under the Illinois Antitrust Act and Tennessee Trade Practices Act.The decision follows the Justice Department's plans to review a proposed new streaming service by Disney, Fox Corp., and Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. for potential consumer harm. The case, Biddle et al v. Walt Disney Co., continues to highlight concerns over anticompetitive practices in the streaming industry.Disney Must Face Antitrust Class Suit by TV Streaming Consumers This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

This Day in Legal History: Discriminatory DistrictingOn June 10, 1946, the US Supreme Court rendered a pivotal decision in Colegrove v. Green, which upheld the validity of uneven congressional districting plans. The case involved a challenge to Illinois' districting plan that disproportionately concentrated voters into large districts in the central part of the state, failing to balance districts according to population. The plaintiffs argued that this uneven distribution diluted their voting power, violating the principle of equal representation.However, the Supreme Court, led by Justice Felix Frankfurter, ruled against the plaintiffs. The Court held that issues of districting were "political questions" not subject to judicial review, thereby placing the responsibility for fair districting on state legislatures and Congress. Justice Frankfurter famously stated that courts should not "enter the political thicket," emphasizing the separation of powers and judicial restraint.This ruling had significant implications for the future of electoral fairness, as it effectively removed federal judicial oversight from the districting process. Nevertheless, the decision in Colegrove was short-lived. Less than two decades later, the Supreme Court reversed its stance in the landmark case of Baker v. Carr (1962). In Baker, the Court established judicial standards for addressing political questions, paving the way for greater judicial intervention in ensuring equitable districting practices.The evolution from Colegrove v. Green to Baker v. Carr marked a transformative shift in the judicial approach to electoral districting, underscoring the dynamic nature of constitutional interpretation and the judiciary's role in safeguarding democratic principles. The concept of the political question doctrine, pivotal in these cases, defines the limits of judicial intervention in matters deemed more appropriately addressed by other branches of government.Cities across the U.S. are grappling with an October deadline to inventory their lead drinking water pipes, a precursor to the EPA's proposed mandate for full replacement within ten years. Charleston, S.C., for example, faces a daunting task with its 6,100 lead pipes, estimating a cost of $100 million for complete removal. The city's water system, like many others, is concerned about the financial burden on utilities and customers.To comply with the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI), water systems would need to replace 10% of their lead pipes annually from 2027 to 2037, a significant increase from the current requirement of 3% per year. This expedited timeline aims to reduce the risk of lead poisoning from drinking water, a priority for the Biden administration. Despite the 1986 ban on lead service lines, approximately 9.2 million remain in the U.S., primarily in states like Florida, Illinois, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.The initial step is to identify all lead service lines by October 16, using historical records, excavation, and computer modeling. Cities like Chicago, Cleveland, and New York have significant numbers of lead pipes, while Philadelphia and Baltimore report many service lines of unknown material. Some smaller systems, particularly in Ohio, struggle with the manpower and funding to meet this deadline.While cities such as Denver and Milwaukee are ahead in their inventories, many others argue that full replacement within a decade is unrealistic without additional federal funding. The Philadelphia Water Department and Baltimore's Bureau of Water and Wastewater have requested more flexible timelines or replacement criteria based on lead levels in water.Charleston, alongside other cities, urges the EPA to reconsider the stringent mandates, highlighting the substantial cost and resource challenges. The debate continues as the EPA reviews feedback and prepares to finalize the LCRI regulations.Cities Face ‘Impossible' Deadline to Remove 9 Million Lead PipesTesla is seeking support from its large base of small shareholders to endorse Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package, as major institutional investors remain divided. The company's June 13 annual meeting will focus on this issue, following a Delaware court's ruling against the package. Tesla is campaigning to secure votes from retail investors, who tend to favor management but often don't vote.Big investors have shown mixed reactions; T. Rowe Price supports the package, while others like the California Public Employees' Retirement System and Norway's sovereign wealth fund oppose it. Despite this, Tesla's retail investors, who make up a significant portion of the company's ownership, might help pass the pay package. So far, around 90% of retail voters have backed Musk's compensation.Tesla also proposes reincorporating in Texas and re-electing two directors, including Musk's brother. The outcome of these votes will indicate the level of confidence in Musk's leadership. Proxy advisors Institutional Shareholder Services and Glass Lewis recommend voting against the pay package, citing its excessiveness. Historically, pay packages have a lower approval rate when both advisors oppose them.Additionally, Tesla's outreach includes engaging with online influencers and offering factory tours to motivate shareholders to vote. Influential supporters like Omar Qazi and Alexandra Merz actively encourage voting on social media, highlighting the unique grassroots effort among Tesla's retail investors. This unprecedented mobilization reflects the strong community backing for Musk despite the contentious pay package.Focus: Tesla turns to Musk's small shareholder fans to back $56 billion payday | ReutersA law firm involved in a $5.6 billion settlement with Visa and MasterCard defended its role after disclosing it unknowingly submitted fake claims. Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman informed a U.S. judge that other parties also submitted fraudulent material in the antitrust case. The firm, which terminated its relationship with nearly 2,000 merchant plaintiffs, claims it is being unfairly singled out. Visa and MasterCard settled in 2018 to resolve overcharge claims from millions of merchants. Milberg, which did not help craft the settlement, sought funds for its clients but recently revealed withdrawing dozens of false claims due to a third-party referral source. The class attorneys suggested punishing Milberg or referring it to the U.S. Justice Department. Milberg countered that it is cooperating fully and called potential penalties "absurd." Law firm defends work in $5.6 bln card fee case after disclosing fake claims | ReutersA coalition of over 20 lobbying groups, led by TechNet, is urging Congress to amend the draft American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) to ensure it establishes a uniform national data privacy standard that preempts state laws. The coalition argues that the current draft perpetuates a "patchwork" of state regulations, causing confusion for consumers and hindering economic growth.In a letter to House Energy and Commerce Chairwoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers and Ranking Member Frank Pallone, the coalition stressed the need for broader preemption to override state laws like California's Consumer Privacy Act and Illinois's Biometric Information Privacy Act. TechNet, representing major tech companies like Apple and Google, as well as smaller firms like Etsy and Instacart, expressed concern that limited preemption would result in significant compliance burdens.The draft bill has not yet been formally introduced in either the House or the Senate. The coalition remains in discussions with some lawmakers to push for amendments that would ensure full preemption of state laws, aiming for a more streamlined federal standard. However, the path to passing federal privacy legislation remains uncertain.Trade Groups Urge Congress to Beef Up Federal Data Privacy Power This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

From the halls of Congress and state legislatures to local communities and everywhere in between, all eyes are on AI and the future of the innovation economy. Host Tammy Haddad interviews Linda Moore, president and CEO of TechNet, a national, bipartisan network of technology CEOs and senior executives that promotes the growth of the innovation economy. In this episode, Moore discusses the “AI for America” education initiative, as well as how to develop policy to foster the use and growth of AI responsibly and to promote and protect the United States' position as the world leader in innovation.

This episode we're diving into zero trust at the Defense Department. Specifically, how that is playing out for the Indo-Pacific region. We recently had the opportunity to connect with several leaders at the AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific conference in Honolulu where they shared with us how they're thinking about this quickly changing landscape and what it means for cybersecurity. This includes an update on DOD's review of submitted zero trust implementation plans, and also a peek at some of those plans at the Air Force and Indopacom.  Featured interviews include: Randy Resnick, Director, Zero Trust Portfolio Management Office, DOD. https://governmentciomedia.com/dod-zero-trust-chief-were-start-multi-phased-journey Justin Stolpman, Director, Zero Trust Functional Management Office, Air Force. https://www.governmentciomedia.com/air-force-eyes-next-gen-gateways-amid-zero-trust-plan Paul Nicholson, Deputy CIO and Executive Director of Coalition Communications, Indopacom. https://governmentciomedia.com/look-zero-trust-theater-indopacom

This episode we're diving into some defense technology perspectives, specifically for the Indo-Pacific region. We recently had the opportunity to connect with leaders at the AFCEA TechNet Indo-Pacific conference in Honolulu where they shared how they're thinking about the quickly changing landscape and what it means for defense programs, software factories, cloud modernization and data centricity. Featured interviews include: Rob Vietmeyer, Chief Software Officer at DOD. https://governmentciomedia.com/dod-software-chief-breaks-down-tech-shifts-pacific-region Sharon Woods, Director of DISA's Hosting and Compute Center. https://governmentciomedia.com/disa-hac-director-shares-commercial-cloud-capability-progress-indo-pacific Andrew Hong, Deputy Director of Cyber Portfolio, Defense Innovation Unit. https://governmentciomedia.com/diu-brings-new-mindset-defense-technology Indopacom CIO Gen. Mark Miles. https://governmentciomedia.com/indopacom-cio-looks-data-centricity-assured-command-and-control

From TechNet's beginnings, founded by John Chambers of Cisco and John Doerr of Kleiner Perkins, TechNet's members have been passionate about education and immigration.  How can the U.S. attract and retain the best and brightest talent from around the world?   Join us as Sophie interviews TechNet CEO Linda Moore, a 30-year veteran of The White House, Capitol Hill, and five presidential campaigns. They discuss the U.S.'s economic skills gap and jobs opening crisis in the tech sector - there are over 650,000 job openings in cyber security alone.  How can we reshape our immigration system to match our economic needs?  From recapturing unused visas and green cards to address the backlogs as well as providing a pathway for immediate green cards for STEM advanced-degree holders, Sophie and Linda talk about policy and practicality and the best strategy for getting high-skilled immigration reform bills through Congress. In this episode, you'll hear about: Skills gap's impact on us job market Immigration reform and tech hubs initiative Advocating for high-skilled immigration reform Future of AI policy in the U.S. Appreciation and invitation for further engagement Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: TechNet: https://www.technet.org/  Alcorn Immigration Law: Subscribe to the monthly Alcorn newsletter Sophie Alcorn Podcast: Episode 050: The Ideal U.S. Immigration System with Prof. Bill Hing Episode 155: Scaling Success: Leading Multicultural Tech Teams in the U.S. with Trista Taylor Episode 156: Moving at the Speed of Trust: Tech's Role in Immigration Reform with Carman Nareau Immigration Options for Talent, Investors, and Founders Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook Extraordinary Ability Bootcamp course for best practices for securing the O-1A visa, EB-1A green card, or the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) green card—the top options for startup founders. Use promotion code ILTS for 20% off the enrollment fee.

It's that creepy time of the year again and The Family wants to start talking about the scariest three things in comic books. Excalibur, Technet and London... 'Nuff Said! allinthecomicbook@gmail.com  

This week anachronism stew! Multiverses! and the return of Technet! We here at phi by the sword endorse superheroes obeying safety bylaws.   The song used in the Intro and Outro is  Cats Laughing - Black Knight's Work

Excalibur #45, X-Force #5, Namor #21, Quasar #28, Excalibur: Air Apparent, Marvel Comics Presents #83. Theme Music: Lazlo Hollyfeld – Buffaloallamericacity

For the fifth episode of Tales From A Disappearing City I am joined once again by my good friend Howard Slater aka Flint Michigan. I first met Howard in the mid 90's at Dead by Dawn which was a legendary monthly party that took place at the 121 squatted art and community Centre in Railton Road, Brixton. In this episode we discuss TechNet,  his collaboration with Jason Skeet that produced a series of essential written communiques from the frontline of 90's subculture. We then talk about his involvement in Dead by Dawn as well as his magazine Break/Flow that in 1998 released an acclaimed vinyl issue with tracks from underground electronic labels and associates such as Praxis, Crossfade Entertainment, Adverse, Ambush and Unearthly.Support the showhttps://www.youtube.com/@ControlledWeirdnesshttps://open.spotify.com/artist/20nC7cQni8ZrvRC2REZjOIhttps://www.instagram.com/controlledweirdness/https://controlledweirdness.bandcamp.com/Theme song is Controlled Weirdness - Drifting in the Streetshttps://open.spotify.com/track/7GJfmYy4RjMyLIg9nffuktHosted from a South London tower block by Neil Keating aka Controlled Weirdness. Tales from a Disappearing City is a chance for Neil to tell some untold subcultural stories from past and present, joined by friends from his lifelong journey through subterranean London. Neil is a veteran producer and DJ and has been at the front line of all aspects of club and sound system culture since the mid 80's when he first began to go to nightclubs, gigs, and illegal parties. His musical CV includes playing everywhere from plush clubs to dirty warehouses as well as mixing tunes on a variety of iconic London pirate radio stations. He has released music on numerous underground record labels and was responsible for promoting and playing at a series of legendary early raves in the USA at the start of the 90's. He still DJ's in the UK and throu...

Doug Patton founded Patton Design in 1983. Since then, Patton Design has created over 200 products in 40 diverse categories. He has received a combination of over 150 engineering patents and international design awards, and his designs can be seen in permanent museum collections at the Smithsonian Institute and the Museum of Modern Art in Germany and New York.Doug has worked personally with many Fortune 500 CEOs to new strategic product ideas, and his innovations in product development have earned his clients billions. He has developed new corporations such as @HomeMD and Hydrus, and has helped dozens of start-ups become successful market leaders. The expanse of his expertise includes an vast range of market categories such as medical, computer, consumer, radar technologies, wireless, A/V, sports equipment, automotive, and homeland security. He is also known as a “Visual Futurist” in the film industry for his work sketching futuristic product ideas for science fiction movies.Doug Patton graduated from California State University of Long Beach in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design, and was awarded Distinguished Alumnus in 1995. He was commencement speaker for the graduating class that same year. Doug Patton is a member of Tech Coast Venture Network, The American Film Institute (AFI) Advanced Technology Group, AEA where he helped develop the formation of the Committee of Homeland Security, and serves on the Political Committee for TechNet, Southern CA.

Doug Patton founded Patton Design in 1983. Since then, Patton Design has created over 200 products in 40 diverse categories. He has received a combination of over 150 engineering patents and international design awards, and his designs can be seen in permanent museum collections at the Smithsonian Institute and the Museum of Modern Art in Germany and New York. Doug has worked personally with many Fortune 500 CEOs to new strategic product ideas, and his innovations in product development have earned his clients billions. He has developed new corporations such as @HomeMD and Hydrus, and has helped dozens of start-ups become successful market leaders. The expanse of his expertise includes an vast range of market categories such as medical, computer, consumer, radar technologies, wireless, A/V, sports equipment, automotive, and homeland security. He is also known as a “Visual Futurist” in the film industry for his work sketching futuristic product ideas for science fiction movies. Doug Patton graduated from California State University of Long Beach in 1983 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design, and was awarded Distinguished Alumnus in 1995. He was commencement speaker for the graduating class that same year. Doug Patton is a member of Tech Coast Venture Network, The American Film Institute (AFI) Advanced Technology Group, AEA where he helped develop the formation of the Committee of Homeland Security, and serves on the Political Committee for TechNet, Southern CA.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

The Pentagon has a cyber workforce problem: 30,000 cyber positions remain unfilled, but malicious cyber activity isn't slowing down. Defense cyber leaders warn future conflicts will combine kinetic and information warfare, elevating the importance of a robust cyber workforce. DOD Principal Director for Resources & Analysis Mark Gorak joins us live from AFCEA TechNet Cyber 2023 in Baltimore to discuss these challenges and his plans to address them.

Operating and hardening the Defense Department's networks is a highly complex undertaking. Training and retaining the workforce, keeping up with a constantly changing environment of technology and emerging capabilities and threats are continuous challenges not just for the Army, but also for all the services. Lt. Gen. Maria Barrett, commanding general of Army Cyber Command, discusses how Army Cyber forces are working globally to secure networks, responding to the needs of the warfighter and preparing for the future of cyber warfare.

Live from TechNet Cyber 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland, Defense Department Deputy CIO Lily Zeleke and Chief Software Officer Rob Vietmeyer discuss software factories, DevSecOps, zero trust and the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC). These IT modernization initiatives are transforming the department to be more tech-savvy as information dominance becomes critical to winning future conflicts.

Defense Department CIO John Sherman joins us live from TechNet Cyber 2023 in Baltimore, Maryland, to peel back the layers of the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) and the department's zero trust strategy to show how they're informed by JADC2 priorities and contribute to better data transport and interoperability with coalition partners. Sherman also discusses how cloud initiatives at the military services will complement JWCC efforts.

„Jan Kužník (vedoucí redakce Technet) přišel s nápadem, podle kterého by bylo dobré toto vážné téma zpracovat do formy komiksu. Tak, aby se těžké téma války na Balkáně mohlo přiblížit i mladé generaci, která nemá až takový zájem o ,tlusté‘ knihy,“ popisuje vznik publikace Démoni balkánské války autor předlohy a první český vyšetřovatel Mezinárodního trestního tribunálu pro bývalou Jugoslávii Vladimir Dzuro.

Earlier this year in California, two State Assembly members— Democrat Buffy Wicks and Republican Jordan Cunningham— introduced the California Age Appropriate Design Code Bill. The California Age Appropriate Design Code would place limitations on what companies can do with youth data, including tracking location and profiling. It puts limitations on manipulative design, and includes transparency measures so users are aware and consent to the use of their information. The bill makes the California attorney general responsible enforcement of the state's rules, opening up the possibility of litigation or fines against companies that do not follow the Code. It would also require the California Privacy Protection Agency to create a Children's Data Protection Task Force that would formulate recommendations on best practices. A coalition of civil society and tech policy groups supports the Code, including organizations such as Common Sense Media, Accountable Tech, the Electronic Privacy Information Center, the Sesame Workshop, the Consumer Federation of California, and the National Hispanic Media Coalition. Industry groups, such as TechNet and the California Chamber of Commerce, oppose the bill, and other experts have raised concerns in particular about requirements for age verification. The California State Assembly voted 72-0 to pass the bill, and it is now with the California Senate.  For this podcast, Tech Policy Press spoke to three people— all college students and activists— who support it, in part due to their own experiences: Aliza Kopans, a rising sophomore at Brown University, cofounder of Technic(ally) Politics and an intern at Accountable Tech; Emma Lembke, a rising sophomore at the Washington University in St. Louis, founder of the Log Off Movement, cofounder of Technic(ally) politics and an intern at Accountable Tech Khoa-Nathan Ngo, rising college sophomore and a youth collaborator at GoodforMedia.

AFCEA TechNet Cyber 2022 marks another return to in-person events, and Senior Researcher Kate Macri is here to discuss top takeaways and themes from the conference. Topics include ICAM solutions, zero trust, cyber operations and what it's like to be in-person again after two years of online panels.

What's this? Anna, Mav, and Andrew talking about a current comic book? Released this very past Wednesday?? It took Chris Claremont writing a tie-in to our darling, officially known as X-Men Legends #12: “Start Again: A Prelude to Excalibur” to drag us into the present. Except it's not really the present; it's still the past, specifically, the space between “Fall of the Mutants” and the arrival of the Technet at Muir Island in “The Sword is Drawn.” We do some griping but also wax nostalgic about expectations and Claremont and what it means to love fictional characters who always keep changing with an obligation to remain the same.  

Is Kurt a good leader or is he just an expert in dressing the part? Anna, Mav, and Andrew debate this and other important questions with comics & pop culture scholar Matt Linton, discussing Excalibur #45, “Nightcrawler's Technet”—a comic book in which most of the characters are dressed like Nightcrawler, but the story might actually be about Brian? But don't count out Rachel and Meggan, coming in strong with some complex and believable female bonding! We also spend entirely too much time (or just the right amount?) discussing Kurt's feelings about being the X-Men's “mascot.”    

In this episode, Dazzler stan and all-around X-Men aficionado Dr. Nicholas Miller joins Anna, Mav, and Andrew to talk serious political allegories and equally serious gender play in Excalibur #15, "Technet: Impossible Missions!" We work through conflicted feelings about an affecting but messy story invoking imperialism & apartheid before fully embracing the rainbow of possibilities ignited by Brian's most important moment of character growth to date: a two-panel sequence in which he admits he enjoyed dancing with Kurt in very fabulous drag. Plus: Gatecrasher-as-protagonist and The Importance of Vampire Kitty.