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There's a technology built into our cars to make driving safer – but we're not using it.

Odds and Ends of History • 1541 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🕹 Technology Safety Emergency Response Data Sharing Innovation
  1. There's a built-in technology in cars for safer driving that's not being utilized properly.
  2. The eCall system can connect drivers to emergency services with just a press of a button, providing important data like location and car details.
  3. The potential of eCall data to optimize emergency response and improve road safety is hindered by lack of integration among different emergency service systems.

Digital Migrants & Coercive Immobility

BowTiedMara - Geoarbitrage & Mobility Assets • 157 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🌍 World Politics Global Governance International relations Human Rights Emergency Response
  1. State control over citizens' mobility is increasing through mechanisms like passports and digital IDs.
  2. The introduction of CBDCs and digital IDs can enable coercive immobility, restricting individuals' movements and spending.
  3. Opting out of the digital panopticon may become challenging, and choosing a jurisdiction with less State enforcement might be a key strategy for the future.

The Fed's $300B Emergency Response

Apricitas Economics • 57 implied HN points • 18 Mar 23
💰 Finance Emergency Response Banking System Financial Stability Market conditions Interest Rates
  1. The Federal Reserve lent over $300B in emergency funds to American banks to stabilize the financial system.
  2. Most of the emergency lending was short-term, with a majority of the funds coming from the discount window.
  3. Reforms to the discount window have helped reduce stigma around borrowing from the Fed during financial crises.
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L'ego en veilleuse — Comment des pilotes d'avion communiquent en situation de crise

Mind Fooled • 0 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Communication Support Emergency Response Selflessness
  1. Effective communication in crisis situations involves clear verbalization of needs and emotions, as seen in the interaction between the young pilot and the control tower.
  2. Showing empathy by taking an interest in the other person's context can make a significant difference in resolving a crisis.
  3. Putting ego aside and focusing on supporting others through actions like repeating information, managing dependencies, staying silent when necessary, and acknowledging contributions of all involved is crucial in effective teamwork.