Fifty-nine years old, a lawyer and lobbyist and above all, loyal to Donald Trump. Pam Bondi has been nominated by the president-elect to serve as Attorney General, replacing Matt Gaetz, who retired claiming that the ongoing investigation in the House Ethics Committee concerning him is a “distraction.” In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, “For too long, the Justice Department has been used as a weapon against me and other Republicans. Not anymore. Pam will refocus the Justice Department on its goal of fighting crime and making America safe again. I have known Pam for many years-she is smart and tenacious and an AMERICA FIRST style fighter who will do a great job as Attorney General!” Bondi’s name began circulating soon after the announcement of Gaetz’s retirement as Florida congressman and nomination as AG. According to CNN sources, Gaetz’s confirmation was a virtual impossibility. The allegations against him and the documents filed with the House Ethics Committee—not yet made public, although the request has already been made by both parties—had instilled doubt among Republican senators. Once the decision was made, Trump summoned Bondi to Mar-a-Lago before officially offering her the position. Bondi served as Florida’s attorney general from 2011 to 2019, first at the municipal level, in Tampa, and then at the state level. Currently, she is president of the think tank Center for Litigation at the America First Policy Institute, which is working with Trump’s transition team on the administration agenda. She is known as a great mediator, however, her most notable quality is her absolute loyalty to Trump. It is a relationship that has been ongoing since 2016, when the tycoon’s name first appeared in the Republican primaries. In his rivalry with Marco Rubio, she sided with the current president-elect and never wavered in her support from then on. In fact, she attended every event in Florida; she appeared repeatedly on Fox News, this summer she spoke at the Republican Convention in Milwaukee, she became close to Trump’s entourage, linking up with Susie Wiles, now nominated as chief of staff, and attorney Boris Epshteyn. In 2019, she served on Trump’s defense panel in his first impeachment trial. Most recently, together with a team of lawyers, she filed an amicus brief with a federal appeals court in the case of top secret documents withheld by the tycoon after he left the White House. Unlike Gaetz, Bondi seems to have few skeletons in the closet. The reservations existing against her nomination stem mainly from an incident in 2013, when she received a $25,000 donation from the Donald J. Trump Foundation. At the time, her attorney general’s office was considering whether to join a lawsuit against Trump University for alleged fraud, and after receiving that money, Bondi decided not to participate. 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The amendments aim to streamline governance by merging the bylaw with the amended Civil Service bylaw into a single, cohesive framework, the statement said. The Cabinet also approved the Blockchain Technology Policy for 2025. Touted as a cornerstone of Jordan's digital transformation, the policy aims to strengthen government operations through improved transparency, security, and efficiency, according to the statement. The policy outlines several objectives, including protecting sensitive data such as financial, educational, and health records, streamlining government processes to save time and money, encourage innovation in industries, supporting start-ups and building a skilled workforce that understands blockchain technology. The Council of Ministers also approved new administrative regulations for the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources to improve its performance. Several legislative measures were also approved by the Cabinet, including Law on the National Commission for Women's Affairs and the Civil Aviation Law. MENAFN22122024000028011005ID1109022174 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.The worker, whose identity has not been disclosed yet, had reportedly been struggling to receive his wages for several months. As the financial burden grew heavier, the worker's distress deepened, eventually leading him to take drastic measures as a desperate plea for justice.
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Arsenal took a giant step towards the Champions League knockout stage as Bukayo Saka once again proved the catalyst as his double helped it to a 3-0 victory over AS Monaco on Wednesday. Mikel Arteta’s side began the fixture outside the top eight in the expanded league stage and with plenty of work to do to avoid being dragged into the playoffs. It was not all plain sailing for Arsenal which was guilty of some profligate finishing but England forward Saka made sure it moved into third spot in the table with two games left. He broke the deadlock in the 34th minute from a Gabriel Jesus pass and just when it looked as though a succession of missed chances by his teammates could prove costly he was gifted his second in the 78th minute. Substitute Kai Havertz rubber-stamped Arsenal’s fourth win from six games in this year’s competition in the 88th minute. Arsenal has 13 points while Monaco, which began the evening level with the London club, is now 16th with 10 points. With injuries forcing his hand, Arteta handed a first Champions League start to 18-year-old Myles Lewis-Skelly and the left back played a key role in Saka’s opener. Shrugging off a challenge, he showed great vision to pierce Monaco’s defensive line with a pinpoint pass to Gabriel Jesus whose low cross was swept in by Saka. Monaco’s initial poise evaporated and it was fortunate not to be buried before the interval. A dreadful mistake by Soungoutou Magassa sent Martin Odegaard clear through on goal. The Norwegian looked certain to score but rolled his shot wide of the post. Brazilian Jesus, whose goal touch has deserted him this season, had earlier spurned a one-on-one and another good chance, both times denied by Monaco keeper Radoslaw Majecki. Gabriel Martinelli was also guilty as Arsenal arrived at halftime somehow only one goal ahead. Heartened by those escapes, Monaco threatened to make Arsenal pay in the second half with Thilo Kehrer flashing a header just wide from a swinging free kick and former Liverpool player Takumi Minamino then shooting too close to David Raya when the ball was cut back to him in the area. All its good work was undone though as it gifted Arsenal an early Christmas present in the 78th minute. A mix-up between defender Mohammed Salisu and his keeper allowed Saka to score his ninth goal of the season in all competitions and ease any late nerves Two quickfire early goals laid the foundation for Feyenoord to boost its Champions League hopes with a comfortable 4-2 home win over Sparta Prague on Wednesday. Gernot Trauner and Igor Paixao scored within 60 seconds as Feyenoord made a dream start to its home tie at De Kuip with Anis Hadj Moussa and Santiago Gimenez adding goals to keep the Dutch club on course for a spot in the knockout stages. Feyenoord moved on to 10 points while Slavia, for which the consolation came from Albion Rrahmani and a Thomas Beelen own goal, suffered a fourth defeat six group games and has a tough task to avoid elimination. The Dutch hosts needed only nine minutes to get on the scoresheet from a corner with Trauner’s header downward taking a touch off Sparta defender Markus Solbakken and wrong-footing goalkeeper Peter Vindahl. The second came when Feyenoord’s pressing stripped Kaan Kairinen of possession and Paixao ran from the halfway line before bending the ball wide of Vindahl. Hadj Moussa scored a stunner on 30 minutes as he received the ball wide out on the right of the attack, cut inside and fired off a left-footed shot that flew in across the goalkeeper. Feyenoord failed to clear a long throw that was flicked onto Rrahmani at the back post to make it 3-1 in the 43rd minute but Gimenez restored the comfortable margin when he took advantage of a defensive slip to bundle the ball over from close range. Sparta’s second goal came from a cross in the 79th minute steered home a sliding Beelen into his own net. The match was a reunion for Feyenoord coach Brian Priske with the team he took to the double in the Czech Republic last season. When he moved to the Netherlands, his assistant Lars Friis took over at Sparta. Comments Related Topics Arsenal / AS Monaco / Bukayo Saka / Feyenoord / Sparta Prague / UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Latest on SportstarDriving Transformation in FinTech: The Visionary Contributions of Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy 12-04-2024 09:28 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: 2Newswire Image: https://www.getnews.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1733240175.jpg Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy In an era where financial institutions are increasingly reliant on technology to streamline operations, enhance security, and reduce costs, few individuals have had as profound an impact on the FinTech landscape as Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy has carved out a distinguished career at the intersection of automation, cloud security, and advanced DevSecOps with more than 23 published research papers and a track record of innovative projects. His contributions have fundamentally reshaped how financial institutions approach efficiency and security. The heart of Satheesh's work is the application of AI-driven automation to DevOps pipelines - the game-changer that helped financial services streamline processes and unlock huge cost savings. This involved automating repetitive tasks, hence eliminating operational workforce dependencies and thereby making the speed and accuracy of financial operations more agile and effective, with a dollar saving of millions for the sector. These efficiencies have enabled FinTech companies to allocate more resources to strategic activities, enhancing productivity and service delivery in general. One of the notable successes of Satheesh is the development of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and proactive threat detection systems which have bolstered the cybersecurity architecture of financial institutions. As threats become increasingly sophisticated, proactive, AI-based threat detection by Satheesh has played a vital role in protecting sensitive financial information from emerging threats. By adopting ZTA, organizations now operate within environments where trust is never assumed, thereby reducing the prospect of insider threats and strengthening financial ecosystems' resilience. Creating a Secure and Scalable Future Satheesh's work is not so much about cutting costs or enhancing security but more of building a secure scalable future . His key philosophy includes ensuring security be built in-not bolted on. Consequently, through his developments related to compliance-as-code (CaC) solutions, such cumbersome and intricate approaches applied across different jurisdictions towards operational business models could be made even much smoother. This approach, therefore, not only ensures that financial institutions are complying with the latest regulatory frameworks but allows them to scale their operations in the most efficient manner, adapting to new jurisdictions and regulatory demands without compromising security. Furthermore, his innovation in privacy-aware federated learning has transformed data privacy practices in the FinTech sector. This way, Satheesh has ensured that data processing happens without exposing sensitive customer data to anyone, thereby overcoming crucial challenges in meeting global privacy standards, such as GDPR, while maintaining the integrity of financial operations. Changing the Financial World Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy's contributions to the FinTech sector are wide-ranging and impactful. His work has not only improved the efficiency of financial operations but has also empowered financial institutions to enhance their security posture. Through his innovations, Satheesh has delivered a roadmap for financial organizations to achieve operational excellence, strengthen cybersecurity, and ensure regulatory compliance, all while cutting costs and optimizing workforce management. One of his most important contributions is the integration of AI-driven automation in the DevOps lifecycle. It has allowed financial services to automate the time-consuming manual tasks, simplify complex workflows, and minimize human error. These improvements have led to a decrease in operational costs, causing a ripple effect of efficiency across the entire sector. In addition to this, his emphasize on real-time threat detection systems has helped the financial institutions keep up with cyber-actors where data is always safe and secure despite the change in the landscape of threat. These are solutions that have directly brought tangible impacts on the bottom line for a number of financial organizations, saving millions just in automation. Reducing dependencies on human resources for doing ordinary tasks has not only ensured some cost savings in labor costs but also improved organizational agility, enabling institutions to adapt faster to market demands and challenges. A Strategic Asset to the United States Beyond the technology domain, Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy's expertise serves as a strategic asset to the United States, particularly in the context of the nation's leadership in the global FinTech and cybersecurity landscape. As financial systems grow more complex and interdependent, the need for secure, scalable, and efficient technology solutions has never been greater. Satheesh's work is directly contributing to the economic growth of the FinTech sector and national security of the United States. His solutions have helped organizations face the dynamic challenges of cybersecurity, decrease financial frauds, and protect critical infrastructure. Automation and cloud security innovations will be vital for the United States to stay competitive in this increasingly digital and interconnected world. Moreover, his focus on ethical innovation resonates with the overall commitment of the nation to developing secure, transparent, and inclusive technologies. Satheesh, by promoting responsible innovation, ensures that the fruits of technological progress are not only reaped by the financial sector but also by society at large, thereby making the economic ecosystem more resilient and sustainable. Inspiring the Next Generation of Technologists Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy's journey is a powerful reminder of how technological innovation, when combined with strategic vision, can lead to transformative change. His work has laid the groundwork for a future in which FinTech is faster, cheaper, and much more secure and compliant with global standards. His unwavering commitment to automation, cloud security, and ethical technology adoption has inspired countless technologists, researchers, and industry leaders to think creatively about the future of finance. The next generation of technologists can continue to build on Satheesh's legacy by embracing these innovations and driving positive change across industries and reshaping the way financial services operate on a global scale. Satheesh's impact is a testament to the power of innovation in transforming industries. His work continues to inspire others to explore new possibilities at the intersection of technology and business, with an eye toward creating sustainable, ethical, and secure solutions for the future. Media Contact Contact Person: Satheesh Reddy Gopireddy Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=driving-transformation-in-fintech-the-visionary-contributions-of-satheesh-reddy-gopireddy ] Country: United States Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/satish-reddy9/ This release was published on openPR.How powerful can male friendships be and do we need to rethink what being a mate is all about? Watch Insight's episode Bromance, on SBS On Demand . Stream free On Demand Bromance episode • Insight • Current Affairs • 52m episode • Insight • Current Affairs • 52m Tommy Herschell was often the first one at the pub and the last one to leave. He says his need for connection was a 'bucket to fill'. But he admits his craving wasn't always healthy. Tommy's parents separated when he was 10 years old, and alcohol helped to dull his pain. "For so long, I just didn't process any of my emotions," he told Insight. 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