Category: computers_and_internet
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Spanberger Signs Executive Order 22, Unveils Nation's Toughest Data Center Accountability Framework
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signs Executive Order 22 to implement a sweeping data center accountability framework, banning NDAs, raising environmental standards, and creating a new AI Task Force.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessEnergyEnvironmentArtificial IntelligenceState GovernmentsGeneral PoliticsComputers and Internet Abigail SpanbergerData Center Accountability FrameworkExecutive Order 22VirginiaAI Task ForceClean EnergyData Centers
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Fairfax, VA Communications Director Highlights Platform's Role in Connecting Neighborhoods
Fairfax, VA communications and marketing director Matthew Kaiser says a digital engagement platform helps connect neighborhoods and provide residents with a timeline of information around local topics.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessMediaFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues City of FairfaxMatthew KaiserGranicusDigital communicationCommunity engagementLocal governmentFairfax, VA
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Constant Contact Details How It Handles Customer Contact Data
Constant Contact says it never emails customer contact lists for its own purposes, requires permission-based marketing, and acts as a data processor for customers who control their own lists.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementUSAComputers and InternetLegalMediaSocial Issues Constant Contactdata privacycustomer contact dataemail marketingData Privacy Frameworkdata processorunsubscribeVirginia
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Data Machines Expands Reston HQ, Investing $849,000 and Adding 75 Jobs
Veteran-founded tech firm Data Machines is expanding its Reston headquarters with an $849,000 investment, creating 75 jobs and a new innovation and engineering office in Fairfax County.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyEmployment and LaborArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetState Governments Data MachinesFairfax CountyVirginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Jobs Investment ProgramMatt QuinnAbigail SpanbergerFairfax County Economic Development Authority
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Data Machines to Add 75 Jobs in Fairfax County Expansion
Veteran-founded Data Machines will invest $849,000 to expand its Reston headquarters, creating 75 jobs, as Governor Spanberger touts Virginia's #3 CNBC business ranking.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyUSAEconomyEmployment and LaborState GovernmentsComputers and InternetArtificial Intelligence Data MachinesFairfax CountyAbigail SpanbergerVirginia Economic Development PartnershipVirginia Jobs Investment ProgramJob CreationVirginia
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Constant Contact outlines customer contact data practices in updated privacy notice
Constant Contact says it sends emails only on behalf of customers, requires permission-based marketing, uses web beacons, and participates in the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues Constant Contactcustomer contact dataprivacy noticeemail marketingweb beaconsEU-U.S. Data Privacy Frameworkdata subject rightsVirginia Governor
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Fairfax County Boosts Local Businesses with New Resources, AI Tools, and Funding Opportunities
Fairfax County's CORE initiative offers local businesses a new AI search tool, prototyping labs, and a vital survey to shape economic strategy, alongside grants and accelerator programs.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEducationState GovernmentsEmployment and Labor Fairfax CountySmall BusinessNova LabsEntrepreneurshipFood BusinessVirginiaFairfax CORE
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its approach to managing customer contact data, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their preferences and report abuse.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentEurope Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkDigital MarketingCustomer DataEmail CampaignsPrivacy PolicyData ProcessingVirginia Governor
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Governor Spanberger Appoints Andrea Fletcher to Lead New Virginia Digital Service
Governor Abigail Spanberger establishes the Virginia Digital Service, appointing Andrea Fletcher as Director. This new team will modernize state technology, improve public services, and prevent costly contracts, aiming for efficient government operations.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyHealthState GovernmentsComputers and InternetEconomyMedical ScienceFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Virginia Digital ServiceAbigail SpanbergerAndrea FletcherGovernment TechnologyPublic ServicesState ContractsVirginia
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Fairfax County Sees Double Traffic Fatalities Amid Call for Safety and LPR Success
Fairfax County reports a doubling of traffic fatalities in 2026, prompting a call for increased public safety awareness. The FCPD highlights the success of Automated License Plate Readers (LPR) in crime prevention and apprehending wanted felons.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyEducationTransportationComputers and InternetSocial IssuesState Governments Fairfax CountyTraffic SafetyFatal CrashesAutomated License Plate ReadersPedestrian SafetyCrime PreventionFairfax County GovernmentVirginiaVA
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Fairfax County Police Utilize LPR and Drone Technology for Multiple Arrests and Stolen Vehicle Recovery
Fairfax County Police leveraged LPR and drone technology in three separate incidents, leading to multiple arrests, the recovery of a stolen vehicle, and aiding a homicide investigation. This highlights the effectiveness of advanced tools in modern policing.
Law EnforcementScience & TechnologyLegalComputers and InternetSocial Issues Fairfax County PoliceLicense Plate ReaderDrone TechnologyArrestsStolen VehiclesHomicide InvestigationFairfax County Police Department
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George Mason University Unveils Quantum Partnership Amidst Busy September Schedule
George Mason University announces a quantum computing partnership, honors its September Employee of the Month, and prepares for a 9/11 Day of Service, Peace Week, and a range of athletic and academic events.
EducationScience & TechnologyBusinessSportArtificial IntelligenceEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesComputers and Internet George Mason UniversityQuantum Computing9/11 Day of ServiceEmployee RecognitionUniversity EventsAthleticsAcademic StandardsGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax County
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George Mason University to Host Virginia's First Open-Architecture Quantum Computing System
George Mason University announces a partnership with TreQ to bring Virginia's first open-architecture quantum computing system by 2027. The university also highlights research on social media safety laws and student educational advancements.
Science & TechnologyEducationLaw EnforcementHealthComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceLegalSocial IssuesMedical ScienceAfrica George Mason UniversityQuantum ComputingTreQVirginiaSocial Media LawsInternshipGeorge Mason University NewsFairfax County
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Fairfax County Police's Real Time Crime Center Earns National Acclaim
Fairfax County Police's Real Time Crime Center received national acclaim at a recent conference, with Major Hudson Bull named Director of the Year. The department showcased its tech in a child abduction case and its award-winning Drone as First Responder…
Law EnforcementScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetRoboticsState GovernmentsSocial Issues Fairfax County Police DepartmentReal Time Crime CenterNRTCCA ConferenceLaw Enforcement TechnologyDronesCrime InvestigationAwards
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its approach to managing customer contact data, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their preferences and report abuse.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkDigital MarketingCustomer DataEmail CampaignsPrivacy PolicyData ProcessingVirginia Governor
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Rep. Walkinshaw Criticizes Trump Administration Policies, Citing Economic Strain and Weakened Defenses
Rep. James Walkinshaw highlights the economic impact of President Trump's Iran war and tariff policies on Virginia families, while also raising concerns about cybersecurity cuts and global health funding reductions.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceComputers and Internet James WalkinshawDonald TrumpVirginiaIran WarCybersecurityGlobal HealthRep. James WalkinshawCongress
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its approach to managing customer contact data, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their preferences and report abuse.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentEurope Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkDigital MarketingCustomer DataEmail CampaignsPrivacy PolicyData ProcessingVirginia Governor
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Undercover Operation Leads to Nine Arrests in Fairfax County Child Exploitation Sting
Fairfax County Police arrested nine men in an undercover operation, "Caught in the Chat," after they traveled to meet detectives posing as minors for sexual encounters, facing 20 charges including child solicitation.
Law EnforcementSocial IssuesScience & TechnologyComputers and InternetLegalEducation Child SafetyCrimeFairfax CountyUndercover OperationSolicitation of a MinorOnline PredatorsFairfax County Police Department
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its approach to managing customer contact data, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their preferences and report abuse.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkDigital MarketingCustomer DataEmail CampaignsPrivacy PolicyData ProcessingVirginia Governor
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its data handling for customer contacts, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their marketing preferences and data rights.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkEmail MarketingCustomer Relationship ManagementData ProcessingUser DataPrivacy PolicyVirginia Governor
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its approach to managing customer contact data, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their preferences and report abuse.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentEurope Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkDigital MarketingCustomer DataEmail CampaignsPrivacy PolicyData ProcessingVirginia Governor
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its approach to managing customer contact data, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their preferences and report abuse.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkDigital MarketingCustomer DataEmail CampaignsPrivacy PolicyData ProcessingVirginia Governor
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its data handling for customer contacts, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their marketing preferences and data rights.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkEmail MarketingCustomer Relationship ManagementData ProcessingUser DataPrivacy PolicyVirginia Governor
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its data handling for customer contacts, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their marketing preferences and data rights.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentEurope Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkEmail MarketingCustomer Relationship ManagementData ProcessingUser DataPrivacy PolicyVirginia Governor
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Governor Spanberger Details Virginia's Fiscal Strength and Affordability Initiatives Amidst Federal Challenges
Governor Abigail Spanberger addressed Virginia's Joint Money Committees, highlighting strong fiscal growth and legislative successes in healthcare, energy, and housing. She also outlined efforts to counter federal economic instability and hold data centers accountable.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEducationSocial IssuesComputers and Internet VirginiaAbigail SpanbergerState BudgetAffordable LivingHealthcareData CentersEconomic Development
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Constant Contact Details Customer Contact Data Practices and Privacy Compliance
Constant Contact outlines its data handling for customer contacts, emphasizing its role as a service provider, adherence to privacy frameworks, and mechanisms for users to manage their marketing preferences and data rights.
BusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Constant ContactData Privacy FrameworkEmail MarketingCustomer Relationship ManagementData ProcessingUser DataPrivacy PolicyVirginia Governor
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Rep. Walkinshaw Intensifies ICE Oversight Following Local Incident and Accountability Concerns
Rep. James Walkinshaw is increasing oversight of ICE operations in Northern Virginia after a local incident and concerns about agent accountability. He also highlighted legislative achievements and efforts to support federal workers and affordable housing in Fairfax.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementScience & TechnologyHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressEmployment and LaborSocial IssuesComputers and Internet James WalkinshawICECongressional OversightVirginiaHomeland SecurityRep. James Walkinshaw
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Governor Spanberger Announces Winners of 15th Annual STEAM-H Essay Contest
Governor Abigail Spanberger and First Gentleman Adam Spanberger announced the winners of the 15th Annual STEAM-H Essay Contest. High school girls received scholarships for pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, and healthcare, celebrated for their future contributions to…
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthState GovernmentsEducationMedical ScienceComputers and InternetSocial IssuesEmployment and Labor Virginia Council on WomenSTEAM-HEssay ContestScholarshipsAbigail SpanbergerAdam SpanbergerVirginia
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Arlington County Review Reveals Growing Diversity Amid Persistent Income Gaps
Arlington County's five-year review shows increased diversity with growing populations of color. However, significant racial income disparities persist, alongside rising education, narrowing digital divides, and pandemic-driven work shifts.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomySocial IssuesEducationComputers and Internet Arlington CountyDiversityIncome GapRacial EquityDigital DivideRemote WorkArlington County Government
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Major Deanna Weand Assumes Command at Franconia District Station Amidst New Safety Initiatives
Major Deanna Weand takes command of Franconia District Station, succeeding Major Marques Lowery. The FCPD also issued e-bike safety guidelines and highlighted traffic enforcement campaigns for August 2026.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyState GovernmentsLegalEducationComputers and InternetSocial Issues Franconia District StationMajor Deanna WeandFairfax County Police DepartmentE-BikesTraffic SafetyCrime PreventionRetail TheftFairfax County GovernmentVirginiaVA