Episode 12
Association for Competitive Technology
December 22, 1882 – The first electric Christmas tree lights were invented
What’s Brewing in DC?
Shutdown avoided? – The Washington Post
White House STEM Education Plan – WhiteHouse.gov
Senator Joe Manchin takes on FCC – The Hill
Google CEO testified before Congress – The Washington Post
Microsoft calling for thoughtful AI regulation – Microsoft Blog
New Apple campus to open on Austin – CNBC
Policy Discussion
CLOUD Act – ACT Blog
FCC Connected Care Pilot Program – ACT Blog
CMS Reimbursements – MobiHealthNews
We Turned 20! – ACT Blog
App Economy Report – ACT Blog
Tech Swamp was Born! – Apple Podcasts
Member Minutes
Andrew Savitz – CannedSpinach
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Chris Sims – Sigao Studios
Betsy Furler – For All Abilities & Your App Lady
Mark Liber – StartUp Health
Random Identifier
Gary – Disney World Candlelight Processional
Caitlin – Dire Mom and Dad, merrychrismems
Chelsea – The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Alex – Santa is bad?
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Until Next Time
Music Cred: Brad Goodall
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