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• Intel applauds decision to rejoin the Paris Climate Agreement - By Stephen Harper, Global Director, Environment and Energy Policy at Intel Intel applauds President Biden’s decision today to rejoin the Paris Climate Agreement, reinstating the U.S. as a key global leader on climate action. Together with Congress’ recent passage of legislation to dramatically phase-down the use and emissions of hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants, consistent with the...
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• When Patients Benefit from AI, Society Benefits: Report Highlights the Socioeconomic Benefits of AI in Healthcare - By Mario Romao, Global Director of Health Policy for Intel As we enter a new year with a continued focus on advancements in healthcare, AI has the potential to make a positive impact at every stage of the patient journey. A recent report from MedTech Europe and Deloitte outlines eight distinct applications for AI in...
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• On today’s unrest in Washington, DC - By Allen Thompson, vice president of U.S. Government Relations at Intel As a veteran, I always appreciated two key features of the American democracy; the right to peacefully protest and the peaceful transfer of power. Today is a sad day in America. I’m heartbroken watching the unlawful actions by protestors in Washington D.C. reflect poorly...
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• A Policy Framework for Digital Transformation in Africa - By Dr. Bienvenu Agbokponto Soglo, Government and Policy Director for Africa at Intel & Rhonda Foxx, Head of Social Equity Policies and Engagements at Intel The global pandemic has accelerated the need for a swift and equitable worldwide digital transformation to address the digital divide. Achieving this demands a particular focus on critical geographies like...
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• NDAA’s JROTC STEM Grant Program Must Now be Fully Funded - By Norberto Salinas, Senior Counsel and Director of Global Workforce Policy, Intel The final FY2021 National Defense Authorization Act contains a provision critical to expanding STEM education in the United States. Based on the Providing Resources and Organization to Maximize Opportunities for Training and Education in STEM (PROMOTES Act), the language in the NDAA will...
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• The Role of Broadband in Digital Equity - By Rhonda Foxx, Head of Social Equity Policies & Engagements at Intel The global pandemic has changed how we learn, work, play and receive vital services. Ensuring that all populations have access to critical technology, including broadband, is not just a nice-to-do; it’s a must-do. At Intel, we recognize a shared responsibility to help close...
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• Investing in U.S. Semiconductor Manufacturing to Bolster American Economy, Tech Leadership -   By Jeff Rittener, Chief Government Affairs Officer for Intel The United States’ share of semiconductor manufacturing has plummeted in recent decades, according to a recent joint study by the Semiconductor Industry Association...
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• Advancing Diversity Requires Industry and Government Collaboration - By Jeff Rittener, Chief Government Affairs Officer for Intel 2020 has brought tremendous change. From COVID-19 to the social justice movement to the election, this year highlighted why advancing diversity and inclusion efforts is more critical now than ever. At Intel, we know we have a responsibility to raise the bar on transparency when it...
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• Achieving Digitization in Healthcare Requires Support from Federal Policy - By Steve Allen, Director of Clinical Systems Segment, Health and Life Sciences, Intel Imagine a specialist performing surgery on a patient from thousands of miles away via robotics, or another surgeon doing a long-distance consult in an operating room or via a remotely controlled telecart with a laser pointer to help the local team identify...
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• Expand STEM Education by Including PROMOTES ACT in Final NDAA - By Al Thompson, vice president of US Government Relations for Intel As Congress finalizes the FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), there is an opportunity to significantly expand STEM education in the United States. This would happen through including the Providing Resources and Organization to Maximize Opportunities for Training and Education in STEM (PROMOTES)...
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