Published in Code Like A Girl·Oct 25, 2021Microsoft Launches Code Without Barriers in Nine CountriesOn September 23, 2021, Microsoft launched an exciting new Code Without Barriers program in nine Asia-Pacific countries, partnering with 13 companies. The program’s mission is to help diversify computer science professions and offer more opportunities to women and minorities who want to work in those fields. An Exciting New Movement Microsoft’s new initiative aims…Microsoft4 min readMicrosoft4 min read
Published in Code Like A Girl·Sep 24, 2021What Is the "Equality Can't Wait Challenge" and How Does It Empower Women?In June 2020, Melinda French Gates and MacKenzie Scott launched the first-ever "Equality Can't Wait Challenge." This project initially intended to award $40 million in grants to organizations or coalitions with the most convincing proposals submitted. The four winning projects were announced in July, and each earned $10 million to…Equality3 min readEquality3 min read
Sep 14, 20216 Hobbies You Should Have if You’re Interested in CybersecurityLooking for a job in cybersecurity? Here are some great hobbies to build your skill set and prove you have what it takes. Questions about hobbies often come up in job interviews because potential employers want to see if an applicant has a healthy work-life balance and gauge whether their activities may interfere with their duties. It’s also helpful if someone’s interests align with a company’s values.Security1 min readSecurity1 min read
Published in Code Like A Girl·Aug 25, 20216 Biggest Barriers to STEM Entry for WomenYou may have heard some buzzwords when it comes to women in the workforce — specifically, women in STEM. From glass-ceiling to girls who code, there are so many ideas about what it means to be a woman working in science and technology. The fields associated with STEM have developed…Coding4 min readCoding4 min read
Published in The IOT Magazine·Aug 24, 2021Product Liability in IoT: Who Is Responsible for Vulnerabilities?The proliferation of the internet of things (IoT) means that “smart” devices can now be found in homes, factories, and offices worldwide. The explosive rise of IoT technology means IoT law is only beginning to develop, and fundamental questions about product liability remain murky. For example, how do courts determine…IoT4 min readIoT4 min read
Published in Golden Data·Jul 26, 2021How Could China’s New Data Security Law Affect Other Territories?On June 10, 2021, China’s National People’s Congress passed the People’s Republic of China Data Security Law (DSL). The law, which will take effect on Sept. 1, is the nation’s first comprehensive data protection legislation. It will also have implications that reach beyond China’s borders. The DSL follows a trend…Data3 min readData3 min read
Published in Golden Data·Jul 26, 2021What We Know So Far About China’s PIP LawOn October 21, 2020, China released the first draft of its new Personal Information Protection (PIP) law. The goal of this law is to protect the personal information of Chinese citizens, as well as control those who have access to that information. The first incarnation of the law was open…Data3 min readData3 min read
Published in The IOT Magazine·Jun 4, 20214 IoT Trends Emerging in PhilanthropyMany people don’t immediately think of the Internet of Things (IoT) and philanthropy together. However, the increased connectivity that the IoT provides has resulted in new philanthropic trends. Here are four examples of IoT trends that will matter to charitable organizations. Smart Hardware Facilitating Cashless Donations As nonprofit representatives try to encourage passersby to donate…Philanthropy4 min readPhilanthropy4 min read
Published in Code Like A Girl·Jun 4, 2021Preparing Girls for Software Engineering CareersPreparing Girls for Software Engineering Careers Software engineering isn’t a new field. It might not look like it does today, but a career in software engineering dates back to 1948, when the technology first made its debut. Even with more than 50 years of software engineers to its credit, this industry is still heavily dominated by…Software Engineering4 min readSoftware Engineering4 min read
Published in The IOT Magazine·Apr 26, 20215 IoT Adoption Trends for Manufacturing EfficiencyThe IoT (Internet of Things) has become an indispensable resource for many manufacturers today. While these technologies are still relatively new, they’ve become a standard for the manufacturing industry. As more facilities adopt them, new use cases and benefits emerge. With IoT adoption among manufacturers reaching new heights, there are…IoT3 min readIoT3 min read
