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What’s the “Chevron doctrine,” and why should you want to preserve it?

Robert Reich • 21187 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Regulations Supreme Court Presidency Government Agencies
  1. The Chevron doctrine allows agencies to interpret laws to protect the public, but it's under threat
  2. Challenges to the Chevron doctrine could give judges, not experts, power to invalidate regulations
  3. Corporate interests are pushing to end the Chevron doctrine to increase profits and reduce public protections

Covid mRNA Vaccines Required No Safety Oversight: Part Two

Human Flourishing • 2162 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Vaccines Regulations Public Health
  1. Covid mRNA vaccines were obtained without safety oversight via military acquisition paths.
  2. Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) was used for Covid vaccines, designed for responding to bioterrorism situations.
  3. HHS partnered with DoD to utilize DoD's Other Transaction Authorities to bypass safety regulations for vaccine development.
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The Hidden Bank Panic

The Dollar Endgame • 259 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
💰 Finance Banking Economy Regulations Capital Assets
  1. Institutions are requesting the Fed to exclude Treasuries from their leverage ratios post the Bank Term Funding Program, which is causing concern within the financial industry.
  2. Capital requirements in banks are crucial for preventing insolvency, with risk-based and leverage ratios being the two main types of requirements.
  3. Leverage ratios do not consider the risk levels of assets and require banks to maintain a specific ratio of capital to assets, helping ensure financial stability.

Mantic Monday 7/31/23: Room Temperature Superforecaster

Astral Codex Ten • 6056 implied HN points • 01 Aug 23
🕹 Technology Markets Predictions Regulations Cryptocurrency
  1. CFTC's regulation on prediction markets sparks debate about potential rigging of US elections
  2. There is curiosity and activity in predicting the possibility of a room temperature superconductor
  3. PredictIt faces legal challenges but gets a stay of execution, highlighting the complexities in regulating real-money prediction markets

On Klein on Construction

Construction Physics • 10021 implied HN points • 18 Feb 23
🔬 Science Construction Regulations Productivity Costs Technology
  1. Construction industry productivity issues may be due to organized special interests influencing the process with complex regulations and stakeholder approvals.
  2. Regulations have increased costs in construction through additional input requirements and negotiation delays.
  3. Increased regulation in the construction industry might not be causing productivity stagnation more than in other sectors, but it is a significant factor to consider.

Fertility Roundup #2

thezvi • 2231 implied HN points • 17 Oct 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fertility Parenting Regulations
  1. The world is becoming more aware of the fertility crisis and discussing potential solutions.
  2. Corporate ownership of fertility clinics has shown positive impacts on clinic volume and success rates.
  3. Research suggests that modern life may be contributing to low fertility rates by prioritizing social status over reproduction.

With World-Class Regulations and Influential Developers, Hong Kong Emerges as Bitcoin Hub

Bitcoin Magazine Pro • 412 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🔮 Crypto Regulations Developers Bitcoin ETFs Blockchain
  1. Hong Kong is becoming a major hub for the digital asset industry in Asia.
  2. The Hong Kong government is actively supporting and legalizing digital assets to attract talent and business opportunities.
  3. Developers in Hong Kong, like those at UniSat, are making significant advancements and influencing the Bitcoin industry.

Executive Summary of the FDA VRBPAC presentation on dsDNA contamination in mRNA vaccines

Nepetalactone Newsletter • 2162 implied HN points • 07 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccines Regulations Research Findings Safety concerns
  1. Contamination with dsDNA found in mRNA vaccines due to manufacturing changes can lead to higher adverse events and lower RNA integrity.
  2. Informed consent did not include information about plasmid-derived dsDNA sequences present in the vaccines, raising concerns about potential risks.
  3. Independent scientists have replicated the findings of dsDNA contamination in the vaccines, highlighting the need for further investigation and transparency.

The Liquidity Problem

Points And Figures • 346 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
💰 Finance Private Markets Investing Regulations
  1. Carta attempted to tackle the liquidity problem of holding shares in private companies but faced challenges
  2. Creating a liquid market for private company stocks is difficult due to lack of buyers and sellers with aligned incentives
  3. Efforts to solve the liquidity problem might be more successful with digital programmable securities like security tokens

Leaked Treasury Prime Docs Show Risks Of BaaS Business: Churn, Concentration, Slowing Growth

Fintech Business Weekly • 89 implied HN points • 03 Mar 24
💰 Finance Fintech Banking Regulations Business Models Risk management
  1. Leaked Treasury Prime documents highlight risks in Banking-as-a-Service business, including issues like churn, concentration, and slowing growth.
  2. Treasury Prime's strategic pivot to focus on selling to banks instead of fintechs resulted in drastic employee layoffs, shedding light on the challenging environment for middleware platforms in fintech.
  3. Fintech companies like Chime and Green Dot facing regulatory actions and penalties underscore the importance of compliance and customer service in the financial industry.

Apple's passive aggression

SuperJoost Playlist • 157 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Regulations Gaming Industry App Store Tech Platforms
  1. Apple faces criticism for its response to new EU regulations on app distribution, causing backlash from developers and regulators.
  2. The gaming industry is experiencing layoffs, with a significant number reported within January and concerns for the future.
  3. The US Senate's Judiciary Committee held a combative hearing with tech CEOs, highlighting the need for better dialogue on social media impact and online safety.

Introducing ControlAI's App

Lukasz’s Substack • 3 HN points • 17 Apr 24
🕹 Technology AI safety Compliance Platform Regulations Cybersecurity
  1. ControlAI's platform offers a solution for AI safety and compliance, simplifying the complex process for users.
  2. Users can use the platform to create an inventory of AI assets, understand regulations like ISO Norms and GDPR, and track progress towards compliance.
  3. The platform also enables users to deploy defenses, showcase AI safety solutions, and collaborate with the AI community to enhance safety measures.

#31 Episode - VC Funds Regulatory Playbook

Law of VC • 89 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
💼 Business Regulations Venture Capital Compliance Funds
  1. The Carta Policy Team released a comprehensive VC Regulatory Playbook that simplifies the complex SEC rules for emerging fund managers.
  2. The playbook covers crucial topics including the regulation of fundraising, private funds, and fund managers along with an ERA Compliance Checklist.
  3. Fund managers can learn about specific regulations such as the Section 3(c)(1) and 3(c)(7) exemptions, the requirements for venture capital funds, and the importance of filing a Form ADV.

China May Stay Permanently Behind the US in Generative AI

Interconnected • 446 implied HN points • 12 Nov 23
🕹 Technology AI Data Regulations China US
  1. China may be permanently behind the US in Generative AI due to factors like blocking quality datasets.
  2. Unique attributes of Chinese Internet data, like linguistic challenges, present additional hurdles for AI developers in China.
  3. New regulatory burdens in China around AI development may hinder progress and keep the country behind the US in generative AI.

Former China FDA Chief on Biopharmaceutical Industry's Achievements and Challenges

Pekingnology • 192 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🏥 Health Politics Industry Regulations Challenges Innovation Development
  1. China's biopharmaceutical industry has made significant advancements but is now facing challenges, including the loss of market value.
  2. The industry has seen growth in innovative drugs, improved quality of generic drugs, and a rise in biopharmaceutical companies.
  3. Challenges in the industry include difficulty in getting new drugs on medical insurance lists, accessing hospital procurement lists, and a reduction in venture capital.

The EU has approved regulations regarding instant payments

philsiarri • 67 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
💰 Finance Regulations
  1. The EU has approved regulations for instant euro payments within ten seconds, benefiting consumers and businesses in EU and EEA countries.
  2. Payment service providers, including banks, are required to offer instant payment services without any added costs, enhancing convenience for users.
  3. The regulations aim to enhance trust with IBAN and name verification, strengthen European payment firms against global competitors, and reduce dependence on non-European financial entities.

Chartbook #203 Banking crises, states of exception & the disappointment of sovereignty - a roundup of last week.

Chartbook • 1659 implied HN points • 19 Mar 23
💰 Finance Banking Market Crisis Regulations Economy
  1. A stressful day for financial markets due to negotiations about the future of Credit Suisse.
  2. Switzerland considering emergency measures for UBS to take over Credit Suisse amid banking crises.
  3. Signs of negative impact on the real economy, especially through small banks and commercial real estate loans.

Polygon Releases 'Type 1 Prover', Reaching Vitalik-set Milestone

Daily Digest • 58 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Cryptocurrency Blockchain Ethereum Market Updates Regulations
  1. Polygon released the 'Type 1 Prover' that integrates zero-knowledge proofs with EVM-compatible networks, reducing costs.
  2. U.S. senators criticized SEC Chair Gary Gensler for unethical handling of a crypto case involving the DEBT Box project.
  3. Ethereum's 'Dencun' upgrade is scheduled for March 13-16, aiming to improve the network's efficiency and scalability.

Know Your Business (KYB): The next frontier of knowing everything about your customers

Fintech Fundamentals • 471 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23
💼 Business Regulations Trends Ecosystem Opportunities
  1. KYB is an extension of KYC processes, focusing on verifying identity and assessing risk of business customers.
  2. Regulatory landscape around KYB has evolved over time, with laws requiring more scrutiny on business relationships.
  3. Major trends in KYB include the growth of fraud and cyber risks, increasing number of small businesses, and the demand for consumer-like digital experiences by SMBs.

Dear governments - stop listening to whining utilities

Jérôme à Paris • 437 implied HN points • 28 Jul 23
💼 Business Government Renewable Energy Regulations Lobbying
  1. Utilities lobbying for special favors can be seen as tactics to pressure governments for more favorable terms.
  2. Increased costs in the wind industry are real and partly a result of business decisions not to hedge against risks.
  3. Government regulations like the CfD are effective tools for encouraging low-cost capital investment in projects and should not be changed based on short-term pressures.