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TISHOMINGO, Okla. (KTEN) — The City of Tishomingo has been named a member of the Oklahoma Main Street Program , an initiative that fewer than 50 cities and towns in the Sooner State are a part of. "Our downtown has seen pretty steady growth," said Tishomingo City manager Bryce Jones. "Part of that is due to the fact that it's a regional tourism hub. When the economy starts to decline, tourism is usually the first thing to go. We want to try to support that, and make it a more level baseline for our community." "It's really thinking about the old buildings... what they can be used for?" asked Oklahoma Main Street director Buffy Skee. "What we really want to do is help the communities increase their sales tax base." The Main Street program's four-point approach of design, promotion, economic vitality and organization will be used to help things like business retention and expansion, and the preservation of historic markers. "We're getting a lot of specialized help from people who have been doing this a long time," Jones said. "They will coordinate with other businesses who are looking for spaces, and know that we have space to fit them." The Main Street program reports that it helped 140 businesses to open, relocate or expand in 2023. The City of Tishomingo hopes to impact those totals in 2025. "They also have a wonderful building stock," Skee noted. "That is always where we start: What is your building stock? Do you have the buildings to put new business into? They're already rockin' and rollin', but they just might need a little extra help... and we're here to do that."An energized SMU squad will carry a three-game winning streak against up-and-down Virginia in the Atlantic Coast Conference opener for each team on Saturday in Dallas. The game is the first for the Mustangs' basketball team as a member of one of the nation's perennial powerhouse leagues, but don't expect SMU (7-2) to wilt in the spotlight. The Mustangs lambasted Alabama State 101-72 on Tuesday in their most recent outing. Their two losses came against Butler on the road by 11 points and against Mississippi State at home by five. Kario Oquendo poured in a season-high 20 points to lead seven SMU scorers in double figures in the win over Alabama State. Matt Cross added 12 points and 10 rebounds for the Mustangs while Samet Yigitoglu and Chuck Harris scored 12 points apiece. Yohan Traore and B.J. Edwards each had 11 and Jerrell Colbert hit for 10. "I think it's finally getting to the point where we are starting to figure out how to play as a team," Oquendo said. "You can see it from game to game. We're getting better, and every practice, we're getting better. I believe the more games we play together, the more the things start coming together." SMU is second in scoring per game in the ACC (averaging 88.3 points) and assists per game (16.4). The Mustangs lead the ACC in rebound margin (plus-10.9), total rebound average (43.3 per game) and offensive rebounds (15.2 a game) -- all in all, an impressive start to their campaign. Boopie Miller is the SMU leader in scoring average (15.6 points per game) and assists (5.8), with Cross the top rebounder (7.5 per game). The Cavaliers (5-3) head to Dallas after an 87-69 loss at No. 13 Florida on Wednesday in the SEC/ACC Challenge. Elijah Saunders scored 19 points for Virginia while Isaac McKneely added 12 points -- all on 3-pointers. The Cavaliers, however, had no answer for the Florida defense, committing 15 turnovers that led to 20 points for the Gators. Virginia led 18-9 early but were down by four at halftime. They got to within a point after a deep basket by Saunders in the opening minute of the second half, but that was as close as the Cavaliers would come. "Overall, I was very, very pleased with the first half," Virginia interim coach Ron Sanchez said. "I think that we handled adversity well. This group is on its way of becoming who they're going to be. It's painful growth, but you grow nonetheless." McKneely leads the Cavaliers with 13.1 points per game, followed by Saunders at 10.3. Jacob Cofie is the top rebounder at 6.4 per game, while Andrew Rohde has a team-best average of three assists. The teams have met just once before, with the Cavaliers outlasting SMU 76-73 in the semifinals of the Corpus Christi Challenge on Nov. 29, 2013. --Field Level Media
I Almost Forgot How Great I Was – UFC Star Israel Adesanya BoastThe Israeli military said on Saturday that it had completed an operation against Hamas at northern Gaza’s Kamal Adwan Hospital and the surrounding area. Some 240 suspected terror operatives were detained, including the medical center’s director and 15 terrorists who participated in the October 7, 2023, onslaught on southern Israel. The Israel Defense Forces, which last operated against Hamas at Kamal Adwan in October, said the operation was launched because the hospital had “once again become a key stronghold for terrorist organizations and continues to be used as a hideout for terrorist operatives.” The army said the hospital was still used by Hamas “despite repeated calls to refrain from allowing [terror operatives] to exploit hospitals for military activities.” The operation was led by the IDF’s 162nd Division. At the start of the raid, the IDF said troops of the 401st Armored Brigade surrounded the hospital, detained several terror operatives, and killed additional gunmen. Members of the Navy’s Shayetet 13 commando unit then carried out “precise activities” inside the hospital, during which they located and captured weapons, including grenades, handguns, ammunition, and other military equipment, according to the IDF. Over 240 members of Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad and others suspected of being members of terror groups were detained amid the operation, the military said. The IDF said some of the terror operatives “tried to impersonate patients and medical staff, and some tried to escape in ambulances.” Among those detained was the director of Kamal Adwan, Hussam Abu Safiya, who the IDF said is suspected of being a Hamas operative. The Hamas-run health ministry also said Abu Safiya was detained, but a statement posted to his Instagram account said, “All that is being circulated about Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya being arrested is false news,” adding, “thank God he is fine, but the communications and network are very bad.” At least 15 of those arrested at the hospital and the surrounding area participated in the October 7 onslaught, according to the military. Several members of Hamas’s engineering and anti-tank forces were also arrested in the operation. The suspects were questioned by field interrogators from the Military Intelligence Directorate’s Unit 504 and the Shin Bet security agency. The IDF said many admitted to interrogators that they had participated in “terror activity” in the hospital area. During the operation, the military said operatives launched RPGs and anti-tank projectiles at troops from an area near the hospital, and attempted other attacks. There were no injuries among the Israeli forces, and the operatives behind the attacks were killed, the IDF said. It added that a drone strike eliminated a cell of gunmen whose members tried to flee the area. Before launching the operation, the IDF said it enabled the evacuation of 350 patients, caregivers, and medical personnel to other hospitals, in an effort coordinated by the Defense Ministry’s Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT). In the weeks prior to the operation, “tens of thousands of liters of fuel, food, and medical supplies for the essential functioning of the hospital” were delivered to Kamal Adwan. During the raid itself, the IDF said another 95 patients, caregivers, and medical personnel were evacuated from Kamal Adwan to the nearby Indonesian Hospital, where 5,000 liters of fuel, two generators, and medical equipment were delivered “to maintain and operate essential systems in the hospital.” Hundreds of Palestinian civilians also left the hospital area “via defined evacuation routes,” the military added. The IDF denied that Israeli troops had set fire to the hospital as claimed by Hamas. IDF spokesperson Lt. Col. Nadav Shoshani pushed back on Hamas’s account. “While IDF troops were not in the hospital, a small fire broke out in an empty building inside the hospital that is under control,” he said, adding that a preliminary investigation had found “no connection” between military activity and the fire. “Running with unsubstantiated reports on the cause of this fire shows nothing but questionable journalistic integrity,” said Shoshani. Gaza’s Hamas-run health ministry had accused Israeli troops of setting fires in several parts of Kamal Adwan, including the lab and surgery department, and said that 25 patients and 60 health workers remained in the hospital. The ministry also said Israeli troops had entered the hospital, taken staff and patients outside and forced them to strip in winter weather. Unverified video circulating on social media purported to show patients and staff being marched outside in front of IDF tanks. The IDF last operated at the Kamal Adwan facility in late October , detaining dozens of terror operatives and locating and destroying weapons and terror infrastructure. At the time, the military released footage from the interrogation of a detained individual, who identified himself as a driver and paramedic for Kamal Adwan Hospital and Al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza City. He alleged in the footage that Hamas was using ambulances at the hospital to move operatives around. “Hamas military operatives are present. They are in the courtyards, at the gates of the buildings, in the offices,” he said when asked about the terror group’s operations around Kamal Adwan. “They operate ambulances to transport their wounded military operatives and to transport them for their missions,” he went on. “This is instead of using the ambulances for the benefit of civilians.” “We, the public in the northern Gaza Strip, are sick of this situation,” he said when asked if he had anything more to add. “We have had enough; they [Hamas] are stationed in the hospitals, stationed in the schools.” Hamas has fought from within hospitals throughout the war and even periodically hid some of the Israeli hostages kidnapped on October 7 inside them. International law generally prohibits targeting hospitals during wartime, but hospitals can lose this protection if used for military purposes. Since October, Israel has intensified its land and air offensive in northern Gaza, stating its goal is to prevent Hamas from regrouping in the area. Israel had ordered civilians to evacuate the area amid preparations to invade Gaza in October 2023 in response to the Hamas onslaught, which saw thousands of terrorists storm southern Israel to kill some 1,200 people and take 251 hostages.29 Fun Impulse Buys Because, Admit It, You Love Treating YourselfGun found on suspect in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO matches shell casings at scene, police say ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) — New York City’s police commissioner says the gun found on the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO matches shell casings found at the crime scene. Commissioner Jessica Tisch also said Wednesday that lab results matched suspect Luigi Mangione’s prints to a water bottle and a snack bar wrapper found near the scene of the killing. Police had said earlier that they believed the gunman bought the items at a nearby coffee shop while awaiting his target. Mangione is jailed in Pennsylvania on weapon and forgery charges, but he also has been charged in New York with murder in Brian Thompson's death. His lawyer has noted that Mangione is presumed innocent. Authorities are scrutinizing evidence and the suspect’s experiences with the health care industry. Arguments over whether Luigi Mangione is a 'hero' offer a glimpse into an unusual American moment Memes and online posts in support of 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, who's charged with killing UnitedHealthcare's CEO, have mushroomed online. Some cast Mangione as a hero. That's too far, says Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a rising Democrat who was almost the Democratic vice presidential nominee this year. CEO Brian Thompson's death touched off off these ripples. They offer a glimpse into how so many different aspects of 21st-century life can be surreally connected, from public violence to politics, from health care to humor, or attempts at it. FBI Director Wray says he intends to resign before Trump takes office in January WASHINGTON (AP) — FBI Director Christopher Wray says he plans to resign at the end of President Joe Biden’s term in January. The announcement Wednesday comes a week and a half after President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate loyalist Kash Patel for the position. His impending resignation will bring him three years short of the completion of a 10-year term during which he tried to keep the FBI out of politics even as the bureau found itself entangled in a string of explosive investigations. Trump applauded the news Wednesday, saying it will end the weaponization of what he called the “Department of Injustice.” Donald Trump will ring the New York Stock Exchange bell as he's named Time's Person of the Year NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump is expected to ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange for the first time and be named Time magazine's Person of the Year. Thursday's events will be a notable moment of twin recognitions for Trump, a born-and-bred New Yorker who has long seen praise from the business world and media as a sign of success. Four people with knowledge of his plans told The Associated Press that Trump was expected to be on Wall Street on Thursday to mark the ceremonial start of the day's trading, while a person familiar with the selection confirmed that Trump had been selected as Time's Person of the Year. The Trump and Biden teams insist they're working hand in glove on foreign crises WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump doesn’t think much of Joe Biden’s foreign policy record. He frequently casts the outgoing Democratic president as a feckless leader who shredded American credibility around the world during his four-year term. But the Trump and Biden national security teams have come to an understanding that they have no choice but to work together as conflicts in Gaza, Syria and Ukraine have left a significant swath of the world on a knife’s edge. It’s fuzzy how much common ground Biden and Trump’s teams have found as they navigate crises that threaten to cause more global upheaval as Trump prepares to settle back into the White House. Syrians flock to morgues looking for loved ones who perished in Assad's prisons DAMASCUS (AP) — Many bodies have been found in Syrian detention centers and prisons since President Bashar al-Assad's government fell. Now Syrians around the world are circulating images of the corpses in hopes that they will see slain loved ones whose fate had been a mystery. At the morgue visited by The Associated Press on Wednesday in Damascus, families flocked to a wall where some of the pictures were pinned in a haunting gallery of the dead. Relatives desperately scanned the images for a recognizable face. Some of the prisoners died just weeks ago. Others perished months earlier. US warns Russia may be ready to use new lethal missile against Ukraine again in 'coming days' WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon says Russia could launch its lethal new intermediate-range ballistic missile against Ukraine again soon. Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh cited a U.S. intelligence assessment in telling reporters on Wednesday that an attack could come “in the coming days.” She says the U.S. does not consider the Oreshnik missile a game changer on the battlefield. But that Russia is using the weapon to intimidate Ukraine as both sides wrestle for an advantage that will give them leverage in any negotiations to end the war. The Russian Defense Ministry also is warning it may retaliate against Kyiv for an attack on a military base in the Rostov region in southern Russia on Wednesday. Israeli strikes on Gaza kill at least 33 including children, Palestinian medics say DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Palestinian medical officials say Israeli strikes on the Gaza Strip have killed at least 33 people. One of the strikes hit a home where displaced people were sheltering in the isolated north, killing 19. A separate strike outside nearby Kamal Adwan Hospital killed a woman and her two children, and another strike in central Gaza killed at least seven people. Israel's military says it tries to avoid harming civilians and accuses militants of hiding among them, putting their lives in danger. Local health officials say Israel’s retaliatory offensive after the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023 has killed over 44,000 Palestinians in Gaza. Hannah Kobayashi, missing Hawaii woman whose disappearance prompted a massive search, is found safe LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hannah Kobayashi has been found safe. That’s according to the Los Angeles Police Department. Kobayashi vanished last month in Los Angeles. The missing Hawaii woman's disappearance prompted a massive search and a missing persons investigation. It was not immediately clear where she was found, but police previously said she had voluntarily crossed the border into Mexico. The LAPD said Wednesday the department will wrap up its investigation. Kobayashi's family reported her missing to law enforcement on Nov. 11 after relatives received “strange and cryptic, just alarming” text messages. Kobayashi’s mother and sister said they are “grateful” she has been found safe. Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup. But when exactly? ZURICH (AP) — Saudi Arabia scored a major win in its campaign to attract major sports events to the kingdom when it was formally appointed as the 2034 World Cup host on Wednesday. Still, many questions remain about the tournament. Key issues include during which part of the year to stage the tournament, where to play the games, whether alcohol will be allowed at all and how to protect workers rights in the massive construction projects required to host the World Cup.
None‘My son forgot his tie and was bullied all day over what teachers made him wear’One day before Texas and Georgia face off in the Southeastern Conference championship game, the Longhorns earned a surprising victory over the Bulldogs on the recruiting trail. Justus Terry, a defensive lineman from Manchester, Georgia, announced Friday he would be leaving his home state to play for Texas next year. Terry, who also was considering Georgia and Auburn, had been the nation’s top remaining uncommitted 2025 prospect. The addition of Terry gives Texas the nation’s No. 1 recruiting class, according to composite rankings of recruiting sites compiled by 247Sports. “We’re super pumped about this recruiting class,” Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said Thursday, before Terry had announced his decision. “This is a very talented group of players that I think not only fit the physical characteristics of what we’re looking for by position in our program, but I think meet the character and are going to fit nicely into our culture.” Although there will be an additional signing period in February, 247Sports officials said Texas should maintain its No. 1 standing. The overwhelming majority of Power Four recruits already finalized their college plans this week. The top 11 classes as of Friday afternoon include eight Southeastern Conference schools and three Big Ten programs. Alabama is second, with Georgia third, Oregon fourth and Ohio State fifth. Auburn, LSU, Texas A&M, Michigan and Tennessee round out the top 10. Florida is 11th. The highest-rated recruiting classes outside the SEC and Big Ten are Notre Dame at No. 12 and Miami at No. 14. Terry is the nation’s No. 2 defensive lineman and No. 10 overall prospect, according to the 247Sports Composite. His decision gives Texas nine of the 247Sports Composite’s top 66 prospects. Texas’ other recruits rated 66th or better include safety Jonah Williams (No. 8), wide receivers Kaliq Lockett (No. 22) and Jamie Ffrench (No. 32), defensive lineman Lance Jackson (No. 25), all-purpose athlete Michael Terry III (No. 43), cornerbacks Kade Phillips (No. 54) and Graceson Littleton (No. 65), and linebacker Elijah Barnes (No. 66). “I think it’s a really versatile class with a variety of positions, highlighted by high-level players,” Sarkisian said. “As always, we really pride ourselves on recruiting the high school ranks. We think when we can get players in here young, then immerse them into our culture, into our off-season conditioning program, develop them as we go throughout their career, that’s when we really reap the benefits of having these guys in our program. This class is no different.” With the early signing period concluding Friday, the focus on college roster construction now turns to transfers. The transfer portal window officially opens Monday, though numerous college players already went to social media this week to announce their intentions to transfer. The early signing period was moved up a few weeks this year so that high school seniors could get their decisions out of the way before the opening of the transfer portal window. This marked the first signing period since the demise of the national letters of intent that prospects had sent in the past after signing with their respective schools. Athletes now are signing their names to a financial aid agreement that can include name, image and likeness agreements along with the standard tuition and room and board details. Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football
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Champai Soren is a name synonymous with the foundation of the state of Jharkhand. The veteran tribal politician is contesting for a seat in the state’s Saraikela district. This region has had one constant representative in the state assembly since the year 2005–Champai Soren. He has won the seat six times as an MLA, twice in the erstwhile southern area of Bihar–now the state of Jharkhand, and four times in the current state. Champai Soren: Defending champion of Saraikela This constituency has come at the forefront of the Jharkhand elections , with Soren battling it against his former party–the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha . "Every day several vehicles come to the village asking for Champai Soren's house. After Champai Da became CM, people have taken a special interest in our village," Laxman Soren, a 32-year- old farmer, told ET in Jilinggora, the native village of Champai Soren. 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With results to be announced today, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is eyeing Champai Soren as a key player to end its losing streak in the Kolhan region . The Saffron party had failed to win a single seat in the region during the 2019 assembly elections, and is banking on Soren’s influence to turn the tide in its favor. For many voters in Kolhan, particularly tribal communities, Soren’s legacy is deeply intertwined with his work and leadership. "Champai Soren and JMM were weaved together. This is the first time we will have to choose between either JMM or Champai Soren," said Dilip Soren, a villager from the region. The shift in allegiances is significant, as Soren’s son, Babulal Soren , who is contesting from Ghatshila on a BJP ticket explained. “Not only Saraikela but the people of Kolhan are not going to let the Tiger down," said Babulal Soren. Champai Soren, a prominent tribal leader , has held sway over Kolhan for decades. His influence is especially strong in constituencies reserved for Scheduled Tribes, where tribal and other backward class voters play a decisive role. Soren’s political journey has seen his steadfast dedication to the region's development during his long-standing association with the JMM, a party he was a part of until his departure earlier this year. In August, after resigning from the JMM, Soren considered launching a new political party. However, on August 30, he had joined forces with the BJP, securing a position within the state’s political framework. Soren’s political career has been long and storied. The 67-year-old tribal leader has earned the title of ‘Jharkhand’s Tiger’ due to his role in the state’s long struggle for a separate identity in the 1990s, which culminated in the formation of Jharkhand in 2000. From ‘undivided’ Bihar to Jharkhand Soren’s entry into politics began in 1991 when he was elected as an Independent MLA from the Saraikela constituency in undivided Bihar. Four years later, he joined the JMM, where he defeated the BJP’s Panchu Tudu. However, his journey was not without setbacks. He lost the 2000 elections from Saraikela to BJP’s Anant Ram Tudu but regained his seat in 2005 after a narrow victory margin of just 880 votes. Soren went on to win the seat again in 2009, 2014, and 2019, solidifying his political presence. In 2019, when his son Hemant Soren formed the state’s government for the second time, Champai Soren was appointed as the Minister for Food and Civil Supplies and Transport. However, tensions within the JMM began to mount, and Soren expressed feelings of "bitter humiliation" as chief minister. He claimed that the abrupt cancellation of government programs without consultation left him with little choice but to explore new political avenues. His subsequent resignation as chief minister earlier this year paved the way for Hemant Soren to reclaim the position for a third term. Despite this political shift, Champai Soren’s status as a key tribal leader remains undeniable. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel )European football: Kane hits hat-trick for leaders Bayern as PSG cruise
Share Tweet Share Share Email In our interconnected world, digital privacy has emerged as one of the most pressing concerns of our times, and leading this debate is Sree Gopinath. Known for his role in shaping cybersecurity strategies, Sree has expertly navigated the complex intersection of digital privacy and national security. With a foundation in Information Science, a Master’s degree in Computer Science, and his current pursuit of a second Master’s degree in Cybersecurity at New York University, his journey reflects a deep-seated commitment to safeguarding the digital domains people often take for granted. Sree believes that digital privacy is an inalienable right, and this principle drives his professional and personal endeavors. He advocates for protecting individual and collective privacy, especially as more vital infrastructures shift online. Recognizing the intertwined nature of digital privacy and national security, Sree holds that maintaining digital security is as critical as securing any physical boundary, a view shaped by years of dedicated research and practical experience in the field. His career path includes significant milestones—from his impactful work on network defense at Expanse Inc. to his current role at TRM Labs. Each milestone represents a calculated effort to enhance digital security while respecting privacy. Sree’s understanding of privacy as inseparable from security is informed by both the vulnerabilities he helped address and the systems he has contributed to developing. While his work serves as a shield against cyber threats, it also advocates for advancing technologies that allow protection without breaching liberties, positioning him as a guardian in this precarious digital era. Privacy in a connected world Driven by a firm belief in digital privacy, Sree is adamant that every individual ought to control their personal data. “As citizens of the digital world, each one of us is entitled to the level of privacy we desire as well as integrity of the information about us,” he states. As interconnectedness expands to include critical infrastructure like power grids and transit systems, Sree stresses the need for stringent digital privacy protocols to safeguard these systems. The absence of such measures could lead to severe repercussions, jeopardizing both public safety and national security. Sree’s cybersecurity paradigm is rooted in defensive strategies aimed at averting unauthorized access rather than tracing perpetrators. “I’m not interested in ripping the masks off the bad guys” he laughs, “I am more interested in securing my house, so I don’t have to see the bad guys”. “The privacy needs of the collective are the same as that of the individual—if not more,” he emphasizes, spotlighting the necessity of safeguarding data at all levels. While other domains like offensive security scour for threats, Sree’s work prioritizes protecting data and digital assets from tampering. “I focus on defending against any faceless bad actor,” he reflects, reiterating that digital privacy is vital, independent of the attacker’s identity. Strengthening government security Through his tenure at Expanse Inc., which later became part of Palo Alto Networks, Sree pioneered strategies to secure vital networks by championing proactive digital privacy measures. He played a pivotal role in developing a tool that proactively mapped customer networks, pinpointing vulnerabilities that cyber adversaries might exploit. This innovation empowered organizations to spot and rectify weak points before they were exploited, thus fortifying their systems against unauthorized intrusions. The tool’s significance extended to government sectors, attracting usage by customers like the U.S. Department of Defense to secure their networks. “The product was used by customers to address vulnerabilities and secure their networks,” Sree notes. His contributions highlight the integration of privacy-centric practices within cybersecurity, bolstering organizational defenses and ensuring operational security at peak levels. Future-proofing security With a stronghold in cryptosecurity, Sree plays a pivotal role in national security by fortifying the digital financial landscape. At TRM Labs, he specializes in identifying illicit transactions, aiding in recovering stolen funds, and preemptively thwarting such transactions. Acknowledging the expanding significance of the digital economy, Sree asserts, “I believe that my contribution directly furthers national security interests,” by shielding financial systems from exploitation by malicious entities. Anticipating that evolving technologies like AI will present new challenges to digital privacy and security, he cautions, “Bad actors will start harnessing AI to bypass biometric authentication systems in a scalable way.” His response involves pioneering AI-driven security measures that extend beyond biometrics to maintain digital privacy. This proactive stance embodies his commitment to anticipating threats, ensuring future security measures are as adaptable as the challenges they aim to counter. Addressing pressing privacy issues For Sree, educating the public on digital privacy’s significance and equipping individuals with appropriate tools is paramount in today’s interconnected world. He advocates for governmental accountability in ensuring companies protect sensitive customer data to the highest standards. The recurrence of data breaches underscores the urgent demand for rigorous measures. Sree proposes, “Governments should consider regulations and legislation to require strict privacy standards” when companies handle sensitive information. This dual strategy—empowering individuals and enforcing corporate accountability—will be pivotal in strengthening digital privacy and safeguarding national interests. Defending vulnerable digital populations In securing extensive networks, Sree discerned the need to protect vulnerable digital demographics. “There are demographics of digital citizens today that either do not realize the need to maintain privacy online, or lack the knowledge, tools, or frameworks to do so,” he reveals. This realization shapes his mission to extend cybersecurity principles beyond organizations to individual users, ensuring everyone can safely navigate the digital realm. While foundational cybersecurity and digital privacy principles remain constant across contexts, Sree acknowledges distinct challenges. “While scale is the challenge when working with organizational customers, the challenge in working with individual users is the diverse situations and the levels of cybersecurity awareness that they bring,” he observes. His approach highlights the necessity of tailored solutions to meet varying awareness levels, effectively protecting both organizations and individuals. Leading the dialogue on cybersecurity As a peer reviewer, Sree engages with research on digital privacy and national security, gleaning insights while offering constructive feedback. “As I review the articles, I learn new things and ideas about how people are approaching the problem,” he reflects. Concurrently, his reviews aim to advance the field by suggesting avenues for further research expansion. As a speaker, Sree is devoted to raising awareness about privacy and security. “I have focused a majority of my time on sensitizing people to the need for maintaining privacy and security in the digital world just as they would in the physical, tangible world,” he shares. His advocacy underscores the importance of early education, urging the introduction of cybersecurity awareness programs at the elementary level, thereby laying a foundation for sound digital practices. As digital environments expand and risks escalate, Sree underscores the necessity for vigilance and proactive measures to protect privacy and security. With national infrastructures progressively operating online, he stresses the importance of rigorous privacy protocols. His advocacy for education and empowerment equips individuals to tackle digital challenges, propelling discussions on privacy and security to the forefront. Through focused advocacy and education, Sree empowers people to recognize and counter evolving threats, contributing to a secure digital future. 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The sixth edition of the World Telugu Writers conference began on Saturday on a grand note on the KBN College premises in Vijayawada. Former Chief Justice of India N. V. Ramana inaugurated the two-day conference which will conclude on Sunday. Justice (retd) Ramana, the chief guest, along with MLAs Y. Sujana Chowdary, Mandali Buddha Prasad, Vishwa Hindi Parishad national president Acharya Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad, Krishnagiri MP K. Gopinath, Margadarsi MD Sailaja Kiran and others paid rich tribute to the Telugu Talli statue. Addressing the conference, Justice (retd) Ramana said that Telugu is spoken by over 10 million people across the country and we should not tolerate attempts to destroy our beautiful language at the behest of commercial and political interests promoting other languages and cultures. “We will become great only when we protect our mother tongue and culture. Even though we may possess many things, without our language we will be regarded as orphans,” he said. Recalling the invaluable contributions of literary legends like Sri Sri, Arudra, Viswanatha Satyanarayana and cinema actors NTR, ANR, SVR, Savithri, Jamuna, and others who strove for the development of Telugu language, he urged people not to forget their services. He emphasised the importance of educating children about their contributions and passing this legacy to future generations. Justice (retd) Ramana appealed to the state government to immediately establish Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University in Andhra Pradesh, revoke GO MS No 85 and strengthen the Telugu Vasha Abhivruddhi Prathikara Samastha to further develop Telugu language. Over 1,500 participants including Telugu poets, writers, and language enthusiasts from various parts of the country along with students from several educational institutions, took part on the first day of the two-day conference.Braskem S.A. ( NYSE:BAK – Get Free Report )’s share price fell 3.3% during trading on Thursday . The stock traded as low as $3.78 and last traded at $3.80. 136,581 shares changed hands during trading, a decline of 84% from the average session volume of 843,888 shares. The stock had previously closed at $3.93. Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of brokerages have recently weighed in on BAK. JPMorgan Chase & Co. reduced their price target on shares of Braskem from $10.00 to $9.50 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research note on Tuesday, September 10th. UBS Group raised Braskem from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and boosted their target price for the stock from $7.70 to $10.00 in a report on Wednesday, September 18th. Get Our Latest Analysis on Braskem Braskem Price Performance Hedge Funds Weigh In On Braskem Large investors have recently made changes to their positions in the business. MBB Public Markets I LLC lifted its stake in Braskem by 69.5% during the second quarter. MBB Public Markets I LLC now owns 1,597,293 shares of the company’s stock valued at $10,303,000 after purchasing an additional 654,806 shares during the last quarter. Walleye Capital LLC acquired a new position in Braskem in the third quarter worth approximately $2,341,000. Marshall Wace LLP increased its holdings in shares of Braskem by 872.0% in the second quarter. Marshall Wace LLP now owns 268,352 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,731,000 after buying an additional 240,744 shares in the last quarter. Point72 Asset Management L.P. lifted its position in shares of Braskem by 329.1% during the 3rd quarter. Point72 Asset Management L.P. now owns 176,800 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,298,000 after acquiring an additional 135,600 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Jane Street Group LLC boosted its stake in shares of Braskem by 106.8% during the 3rd quarter. Jane Street Group LLC now owns 90,736 shares of the company’s stock worth $666,000 after acquiring an additional 46,858 shares in the last quarter. Braskem Company Profile ( Get Free Report ) Braskem SA, together with its subsidiaries, produces and sells thermoplastic resins. The company operates through three segments: Brazil, United States and Europe, and Mexico. The Brazil segment produces and sells olefins, including ethylene, polymer and chemical grade propylene, butadiene, and butene-1; benzene, toluene, and xylenes products; fuels, such as automotive gasoline, liquefied petroleum gas, ethyl tertiary-butyl ether, and methyl tertiary-butyl ether; intermediates, such as cumene; aliphatics, aromatics, and hydrogenated solvents; and specialties comprising isoprene, dicyclopentadiene, piperylene, nonene, tetramer, polyisobutylene, and hydrocarbon resins. See Also Receive News & Ratings for Braskem Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Braskem and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
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