A new report accuses Talkspace of launching mobile therapy of mining the data from clients’ private therapies conversations. If true, the accusation raises serious ethical questions about the tech company’s respect for patients’ rights and the understanding of the strict ethical rules that govern patient confidentiality. Former employees and therapists …
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The White House announces a plan to speed up the launch of 5G
Superfast 5G wireless is not exactly spread across the US with super fast speeds. The White House and Department of Defense announced Monday a plan to speed up the process by making a crucial new piece of spectrum available to the wireless sector. The spectrum, which telecom companies will share …
Read More »Harris favored as Biden sides closer to VP pick
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe BidenJoe BidenTrump denies asking White House about adding him to Mount Rushmore HuffPost reporter: Biden’s VP shortlist does not suggest progressive economic policy. Jill Biden says she plans to continue teaching when she becomes first lady MORE is ready to elect his vice-president, an important strategic …
Read More »Chamber panel asks watchdogs to investigate Army Corps of Engineers review of Alaska mine project
In a detailed letter sent to the Inspector General’s General Offices in the Department of Defense and the Army Corps of Engineers, the committee stated that committee members were “concerned that the Army Corps violated the permitted clean water law and (National Environmental Protection Act” ) evaluation process at the …
Read More »Foot Locker flourishes as people encourage spending on sneakers
The sneaker chain previewed its second-quarter results Monday ahead of the official release, saying sales were much better than expected, adding that it actually reports a profit. Shares of Foot Locker (FL) got more 7% on the news. En Nike (NKE) shares were up 4%, helping the Dow gain nearly …
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