Shotspotter, Chicago’s gunshot detection technology, was being dismantled after the city’s contract with SoundThinking expired. Mayor Brandon Johnson decided not to renew the contract earlier this year, citing concerns with the system’s reliance on artificial intelligence and microphone sensors. The technology, which identifies gunshots and sends data to law enforcement, is controversial and is now being removed from the city.
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Tariff rates are “pretty much set,” U.S. trade representative Jamieson Greer says
U.S. Tariff Rates Set Following Trump’s Executive OrderU.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced that tariff rates on imports from over 60 trading partners are set, following President Trump's recent executive order imposing a blanket 10% tariff starting August 7. While some countries, like South Korea and the EU, secured deals, Canada faces a 35% tariff due to ongoing trade negotiations, reflecting the administration's efforts to address trade imbalances. Want More Context? 🔎
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