State Virtual Cybersecurity Education Summit Set for Oct. 20-21 – The California Department of Technology announced on Friday the annual cybersecurity event “has been designed to gather and educate California’s cybersecurity professionals about the latest issues, technologies and developments. Specifically, the event will focus on those whose job functions and expertise range from highly technical to executive level.” Techblog.cdt.ca.gov 10/1/20
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Assembly Committee to hold hearing on EDD Strike Team report – The Assembly Budget Subcommittee No. 4 on State Administration will hold an informational hearing at the State Capitol on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 1pm to discuss the recent Strike Team Assessment and Recommendations for the Employment Development Department. The administration released the report on September 19, 2020. EDD Director Sharon Hilliard and GovOps Secretary and Strike Team Co-Chair Yolanda Richardson are scheduled to testify. Assembly.ca.gov 10/1/20
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Lawmakers Propose Using FCC E-Rate Funds to Boost Individuals’ Internet Access – As the pandemic pushes Americans into online school and work, lawmakers are calling for ways to address the “digital divide”—the great number of people who don’t have consistent or reliable internet access. Route Fifty 10/3/20.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs Several Privacy Bills – Four bills of interest dealing with privacy issues were enacted during the 2020 Legislative Session, including AB 1281 by Assemblyman Ed Chau (D-Arcadia), which extends two exemptions in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA); AB 499 by Assemblyman Chad Mayes (I-Yucca Valley), which prohibits state agencies from including an individual’s full social security number on mailed documents; SB 342 by Sen. Bob Hertzberg (D-Van Nuys), which makes it unlawful to engage in misleading advertising concerning domain and subdomain names; and, AB 713 by Assemblyman Kevin Mullin ( D-South San Francisco), which clarifies federal health information is exempt from the California Consumer Privacy Act. California Globe 9/30/20
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Virtual Events are the Real Deal – As virtual events and virtual tradeshows continue growing in demand, tech CEOs must captivate audiences across various geographies by engaging and interactive content and tools. Hosting companies are creating successful and engaging virtual events that resonate with their audience, drive sponsorship and create lead generation. Gartner Blog 10/3/20
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BroadbandUSA Announces New Digital Inclusion Webpage – NTIA’s BroadbandUSA program has added a new digital inclusion section to its website. This webpage compiles resources and program information from federal agencies as well as state and local governments that are working across the country to close gaps in broadband adoption and use, affordability, access to devices, and digital skills. NTIA is particularly pleased to announce this resource during Digital Inclusion Week. NTIA.doc.gov 10/5/20
