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Today, @Google General Counsel Halimah DeLaine Prado spoke to the @NatUrbanLeague about how our teams support initiatives that advance equity and inclusion, both inside and outside the company.
Take a look. ⬇️
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"Our core advantage as a society is our openness to the world" @Kent_Walker of @Google
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy Open data is vital for research progress and policy design, and there's much more to be done to make data access more equitable and useful. On 7/26, @Google Fellow R.V. Guha talks about what's next for open data in an event hosted by @TheWilsonCenter.
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Here @Kent_Walker outlines the breadth of Google's efforts countering cyber threats and the vision for a more secure future.
I'm proud TAG is part of this but we are only one small part of something much bigger.
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In his @iccsny keynote, @Kent_Walker explained why security designed with AI and machine learning in mind was key to preventing increasingly sophisticated online threats.
Read his full remarks here. ⬇️
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Honored to have represented @Google at the @WhiteHouse National Cyber Workforce and Education Summit today. This helps further our work toward creating a diverse, skilled workforce to help upkeep and strengthen our cybersecurity posture. twitter.com/ncdinglis/stat…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Applications to become a Fall 2022 Google Public Policy Fellow are now open! If you're a student interested in the Internet and tech policy, apply today: google.com/policyfellowsh…
The work doesn’t stop here. The findings from @OppFinance’s latest Impact Report are clear — more technology assistance is needed to help #CDFIs scale their ability to assist small businesses in these communities, and @Googleorg is committed to providing continued support.
.@Google and @Googleorg enabled @OppFinance to provide 131K+ loans to businesses in underserved communities, with 56% being minority-owned, via local community development financial institutions. See the full impact ⬇️ #GrowWithGoogle ofn.org/with-support-f…
I've seen firsthand how computer science education can help kids build the skills they'll need for the future. Happy to join in support for computer science to be in every K-12 classroom across the country. twitter.com/codeorg/status…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Looking forward to the discussion. Register to join us at this virtual @ITI_TechTweets event on Wednesday. #BridgeForInnovation
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy Hear from U.S. Congressman @RepJohnCurtis on the future of innovation and its importance to keeping the U.S. competitive at @ITI_TechTweets ‘s #BridgeforInnovation event on July 13 at 11AM ET. Register here: bit.ly/3ytXgm7
Retweeted by Google Public Policy We have long advocated for comprehensive federal privacy legislation and are pleased by progress towards a law this year. Google will continue to support these efforts -- and we hope all parties come together to deliver the nationwide privacy protections Americans deserve.
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Tools like Google Translate help refugees communicate with their new communities. Today we're donating an additional 20,000 Pixel phones to @welcomeus so more Ukrainian & Afghan newcomers can feel at home in the US. #WorldRefugeeDay
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy At @Google we continue to support rules that preserve DACA and create a path to citizenship for Dreamers.
Re-sharing my blog from 2021 to mark the ten-year anniversary of #DACA: blog.google/outreach-initi…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Thanks @SecBlinken for spending time with us and for the great partnership with the @StateDept. Google is proud to be investing in and innovating for the Americas, creating products that help promote digital transformation in the hemisphere and globally. twitter.com/SecBlinken/sta…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy In his speech today at #CDS2022, @Kent_Walker spoke about the role technology and innovation can play in supporting democratic institutions.
See full remarks here → youtube.com/watch?v=fNqbjg…
A new study by @ChicagolandCmbr demonstrates how Chicago has become a leading tech hub.
📈 Expanded by 18% in the last decade
🪙 Generates $74B in economic output and $651M in tax revenue
🧑💼 Outperforms national averages for diversity in tech
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Today, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce debuted Chicago Tech Effect, the most comprehensive analysis of Chicago’s tech ecosystem to-date, including an overview of policy priorities needed to help maintain the city’s place as a global technology hub.
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy It's exciting to see the spirit of entrepreneurship and innovation happening across Latin America. Proud to support it with a $1.2 billion commitment to help accelerate digital transformation and economic growth across the region. #SummitAmericas
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy Together with other companies, Google is calling on DHS to establish more robust policies for children of parents on high-skilled visas because it's good for the US economy and competitiveness, and because allowing families to stay together is the right thing to do. twitter.com/margarethmcgil…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Congress is considering legislation that could pose serious security risks and leave Americans vulnerable to bad actors online. Read more about the unintended consequences:
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We're continuing to advocate for justice-impacted communities by providing nonprofits with $8M in #GrowWithGoogle funds and @Googleorg grants for digital skills training, job placement assistance, expungement of eligible criminal records & more. goo.gle/3PIuXH8
America's global tech leadership depends on getting the world's best talent. That's why Google supports the #EAGLEAct as well as comprehensive immigration reform. twitter.com/YahooFinance/s…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Thank you @ZelenskyyUa! From the beginning of the war, @Google has sought to help however we can - through humanitarian support or our tools; we'll continue to do so as long as needed. Humbled & honored by this recognition. Thank you @FedorovMykhailo for the #WEF2022 meeting. twitter.com/FedorovMykhail…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Great to see the EU & US driving the Tech & Trade Council forward. Russia's war in Ukraine has created a watershed moment. We'll continue to work with transatlantic leaders to support the Ukrainian people, combat cyber threats & surface high-quality info. blog.google/outreach-initi…"
Retweeted by Google Public Policy .@CommerceGov and @NTIAgov took an important step today to deliver on the commitment made by Congress and the @WhiteHouse to ensure everyone in the US has access to, and the skills to benefit from, a high-speed internet connection. ntia.gov/other-publicat… twitter.com/SecRaimondo/st…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Eco-friendly routing in @googlemaps has helped save more than an estimated half a million metric tons of carbon emissions — equivalent to taking 100,000 cars off the road. We’re on track to double this by the end of 2022 as we expand to more places, including Europe. #GoogleIO
Retweeted by Google Public Policy 2-Step Verification is a proven way to protect your accounts — and prevent cyberattacks. We were the first consumer tech company to turn 2SV on by default, enrolling 150 million accounts last year. And we'll continue to make it easier to stay safe. #GoogleIO
Retweeted by Google Public Policy With >80% of Americans focused on the safety and privacy of online data, our teams’ work to combat cyber threats and advance products that are secure by default has never been more important. Great overview from Jen Fitzpatrick. #SaferWithGoogle #GoogleIO blog.google/technology/saf…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy National #SmallBusinessWeek may be done, but supporting small businesses is always in season. Take a look at the highlights from last week ↓ #GrowWithGoogle twitter.com/i/events/15236…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy "Government-backed actors from China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, as well as various unattributed groups, have used various Ukraine war-related themes in an effort to get targets to open malicious emails or click malicious links."
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy We're excited to offer Google Career Certificate scholarships at no cost to all US businesses to help train employees in areas like IT support, data analytics, and a brand new certificate focused on e-commerce and digital marketing. #GrowWithGoogle
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy America’s Constitution authorized patents “to promote the Progress of Science and useful Arts.” But our patent system is increasingly failing to promote progress or benefit the public.
Halimah DeLaine Prado explains why, and outlines needed reforms. blog.google/outreach-initi…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy There is a tremendous opportunity for governments to work together to support access to information. We welcome today’s launch of the Declaration of the Future of the Internet to protect the global internet & stand ready to support its mission. blog.google/outreach-initi…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy At yesterday's @RSI #privacy event, our President of Global Affairs @Kent_Walker shared why privacy legislation can’t wait. For more ideas on how to move the discussion forward, check out our recent white paper, released this week:
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Kent Walker @Google: “This is that all-hands-on-deck moment for privacy. The vast majority of Americans want a federal privacy law. In fact, we’ve never seen such broad-based, bipartisan consensus about the need for that law.”
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy Thank you @RSI for hosting today’s #privacy event. Great to see the growing support for comprehensive federal privacy legislation. Let’s not let the perfect be the enemy of the good—nor the enemy of consistent protections for all Americans.
Retweeted by Google Public Policy .@Google announced they’re investing another $750M into the Omaha area, which helps us grow as the Silicon Prairie. Their leadership said our economic policies, environment, and workforce makes #NE02 an attractive place to invest in. ketv.com/article/nebras…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Pleased to celebrate phase one of @Google’s new Kirkland Urban Campus & more jobs headed to our district today.
I continue to lead the charge in Congress to advance tech policy & invest in strong STEAM education so that the U.S. can remain a leader in technology & innovation.
Retweeted by Google Public Policy We're proud to call #Virginia home. This year, we're investing $300M in the Commonwealth & awarding $250K to @codeVirginia to expand #csedu. Thanks @GovernorVA for joining us for this announcement today & working to expand opportunities in the tech sector in VA. #growwithgoogle
Google’s investment of $300 million in VA & a CodeVA partnership is an exciting step for workforce development & computer science opportunities for Virginia’s students. Now, the general assembly must act to move forward with innovation schools to maximize these great partnerships
Retweeted by Google Public Policy We welcome today's introduction of the Quantum Cybersecurity Preparedness Act, which would protect encrypted US government data from cybersecurity threats from future quantum computers. Thanks to @RepRoKhanna @GerryConnolly & @RepNancyMace for cosponsoring this important bill. twitter.com/RepRoKhanna/st…
Today on World Heritage Day, we announce our partnership with the State Department to preserve cultural heritage globally so people can explore these sites online from anywhere – and perhaps even plan your next travel adventure. blog.google/outreach-initi…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy 2021 was a year of growth and transformation — millions of U.S. businesses, nonprofits, publishers, creators and developers generated $617B of economic activity with the help of Google tools. Learn their stories ↓ #GrowWithGoogle goo.gle/EIR
Retweeted by Google Public Policy The EU Cloud Code of Conduct was a major milestone for European data protection and for cloud providers. Proud to represent @googlecloud at #GPS2022 with some of the other privacy pros delivering on the promise of Codes of Conduct. Thanks @PrivacyPros! twitter.com/PrivacyPros/st…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy We're announcing plans to invest ~$9.5B in communities across the US and create 12K+ new jobs at Google in 2022. This builds on the hundreds of billions in economic activity Google helped provide last year for US businesses, creators, nonprofits and more.
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Retweeted by Google Public Policy We are continuously working to ensure people are protected from fraud online. See this post about our lawsuit on behalf of pet lovers targeted by a fraudulent dog-adoption scheme. #NationalPetDay blog.google/technology/saf…
Retweeted by Google Public Policy Ooo! Another privacy event you say? Yes please!! 🙌🙌 🤓
Come join t@RSIR#Cyberber team and our keynote speak@Kent_Walkerker fr@Googlegle dig deep into critical issues for comprehensi#privacyacy legislation. rstreet.org/event/beyond-t…Ole9C
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