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Subscribe SIGN IN Insight Voices Trust on trial: Navigating the murky waters of scientific integrity As fraudulent research papers flood academic journals, the sanctity of scientific discovery is under siege, challenging the very foundation of trust we place in peer-reviewed publications. With AI now both a tool for creating and detecting such deceptions, the urgency for a robust, independent regulatory framework in scientific publishing has never been greater. Academic Publishing Ethical Research Practices Harry Cayton Regulatory Frameworks Research Integrity Scientific Fraud Scientific Misconduct Podcast Podcast Regulating global health care: Ensuring equivalency and mobility with Ginny Hanrahan In this insightful episode of Ascend Live, host Rick Borges welcomes guest Ginny Hanrahan for an in-depth discussion on the complexities and nuances involved in recognizing international qualifications and enabling mobility for professionals across borders. The main topics covered in the episode include the processes and time frames for application reviews, the potential barriers such as language proficiency and documentation challenges—especially for refugees—and the role of mutual recognition agreements in facilitating professional practice in different countries. Ginny Hanrahan Health Care Regulation labor shortages Rick Borges Workforce Mobility Featured Insight Featured Regulating the world of emergency medical services (EMS) The National Association of State EMS Officials (NASEMSO) is the United States’ lead national organization for emergency medical services (EMS). In a recent interview, NASEMSO Executive Director Dia Gainor talked about the origins of the association, how EMS is regulated in the U.S., and the work it is doing to develop evidence-based guidance for EMTs and paramedics. She also talks about the creation of the EMS Compact to enable workforce mobility and make it easier for ambulatory service providers to work across state lines. Dia Gainor EMS EMS Compact EMS Regulation EMS Workforce Mobility NASEMSO National Association of State EMS Officials Featured Insight Featured Navigating the digital frontier: Insights from NASCIO’s Doug Robinson on state IT leadership and innovation In our conversation with Doug Robinson, Executive Director of NASCIO, he sheds light on the transformative journey of state IT from its mainframe origins to its current role in driving government excellence through technology leadership and collaboration. Chief Information Officers Cybersecurity Digital Government Digital transformation Doug Robinson IT Modernization NASCIO Public Sector Strategy State Government State IT Leadership Technology Innovation LATEST NEWS In Brief Regulatory News In Brief U.S. regulators discuss finalizing bank capital rules as soon as August: Weekly regulatory news The Week in Brief is your weekly snapshot of regulatory news and what’s happening in the world of professional licensing, government technology, and public policy. This week in regulatory news: U.S. regulators discuss finalizing bank capital rules as soon as August: Bloomberg News, Shein faces EU regulations over user data, National regulatory reform would promote economic growth for Canadians, and more. 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AI Workplace Regulation Anti-Fouling Regulations Competition Law India Japan Cryptocurrency SEC Regulations Digital Ireland Conference EU Regulatory Standards Global AI Regulation Marine Environmental Protection UK AI Legislation US Data Privacy Laws Featured Insight Featured Regulating the world of emergency medical services (EMS) The National Association of State EMS Officials (NASEMSO) is the United States’ lead national organization for emergency medical services (EMS). In a recent interview, NASEMSO Executive Director Dia Gainor talked about the origins of the association, how EMS is regulated in the U.S., and the work it is doing to develop evidence-based guidance for EMTs and paramedics. She also talks about the creation of the EMS Compact to enable workforce mobility and make it easier for ambulatory service providers to work across state lines. Dia Gainor EMS EMS Compact EMS Regulation EMS Workforce Mobility NASEMSO National Association of State EMS Officials Insight From concept to community: Ascend Magazine one year later In March 2022, Thentia launched Ascend Magazine to engender education, conversation, and community around regulation and licensure. One year later, Editor-in-Chief Paul Leavoy reflects on the community it has built and its bright future ahead. Read More Ascend Ascend Magazine Anniversary In Brief Regulatory News In Brief New York to regulate buy-now-pay-later providers: Weekly regulatory news The Week in Brief is your weekly snapshot of regulatory news and what’s happening in the world of professional licensing, government technology, and public policy. This week in regulatory news, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announces a proposal to regulate buy-now-pay-later providers, NASCIO releases considerations to help state governments develop AI roadmaps, and more. Accounting AI Alberta Australia Cosmetology Diversity Finance Health Care Regulation Human trafficking Kenya Louisiana Massage Therapy NASCIO New York Nursing Professional Licensing Regulation Texas U.K. Podcast Podcast The development, value, and future of Ontario’s CPMF: Ascend Radio On this episode of Ascend Radio, Thomas Custers, Dan Faulkner, and Lynsay Nair sit down with Ascend Editor-in-Chief Paul Leavoy to discuss Ontario’s College Performance Measurement Framework (CPMF) and how it helps government officials qualitatively and quantitatively track the efficacy of regulatory agencies over time. CPMF Ontario Performance Measurement Regulation Saskatchewan SPECIAL REPORT Updated: A breakdown of all interstate licensing compacts READ MORE MOST READ BY SUBSCRIBERS What are the least and most regulated states in America? 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Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news and insight on regulation, licensing, and digital government. Sign Up FEATURED TOPIC Regulatory Licensing Insight Process Goals-based Regulation A look at common approaches to regulation While there are a wide range of approaches to regulation, broadly speaking, three common approaches prevail – rules-based (prescriptive), goals-based, and management-based regulation. In this article, we break down these three common approaches and take a look at their benefits...