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The Economist· 2025-12-08 16:00
It takes aeons to claw up the edge of the sticky tape. When at last you manage it, the snippet coils up annoyingly before you can smooth it onto the wrapping paper. Is it worth the waste and bother? https://t.co/daZBfLF1ln ...
X @The Economist
The Economist· 2025-12-07 11:10
It takes aeons to claw up the edge of the sticky tape. When at last you manage it, the snippet coils up annoyingly before you can smooth it onto the wrapping paper. Is it worth the waste and bother? https://t.co/VKRyPO5ruk ...
From Waste to Wealth | Muhammad Shamsudeen Ibrahim | TEDxZaria
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-13 16:54
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This Startup Wants To Be DOGE For Private Sector Fraud And Waste
Business Model & Opportunity - The company aims to build a private sector "Department of Government Efficiency" to tackle government waste, fraud, and abuse [1] - The core business model is "Snitching as a Service," where the company identifies fraud against the government and receives 10-30% of recovered funds [2][4] - The Government Accountability Office estimates $500 billion (7% of the federal budget) is lost to fraud annually, representing a significant market opportunity [1] - The company believes the profit motive and free markets are effective ways to address these issues [1] Technology & Approach - The company combines investigative journalism with AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), to analyze open-source intelligence and unstructured data [1][9] - LLMs are crucial for processing unstructured text data in government contracts, regulations, and laws [9] - Open-source intelligence techniques, including computer vision, are used to expedite data analysis [7] Target Verticals & Focus - The initial focus is on healthcare, which accounts for 20% of GDP [10] - Future expansion is planned for defense and education sectors [11] - The company aims to address overbilling and anti-competitive practices, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry [10][11] Competitive Advantage & Team - The company differentiates itself from SaaS companies by being paid only upon delivering measurable results in dollars [4] - The team has experience in antitrust violations and recoveries from big pharma companies [24] Journalism & Transparency - The company plans to inform the government first, but intends to publicize findings when possible [21] - The company views its model as a better business model for investigative journalism, addressing the decline of traditional newspaper funding [21][22] Risks & Challenges - The primary risk is potential failure to execute the business plan as envisioned [24]
White House responds to government layoff criticisms: 'Nobody takes joy in that'
NBC News· 2025-10-03 18:43
Fiscal Policy & Debt - The administration aims to restore fiscal sanity due to a \$37 trillion debt [2] - The federal government is currently shut down, resulting in no incoming revenue [2] - Democrats have presented the administration with the "unenviable choice" of making cuts and layoffs [3] Workforce Reduction - Layoffs are deemed necessary to maintain essential services, a departure from previous shutdowns [1] - The president views the layoffs as an "unprecedented opportunity," while others see it as an "unfortunate consequence" [4] - The administration denies taking joy in laying off workers [5] Administration Stance - The administration is focused on addressing waste, fraud, and abuse [3] - The president "likes to have a little fun every now and then" regarding the layoffs [4]
Trump's Tax Bill Goes Down to the Wire
Bloomberg Television· 2025-07-02 19:32
Medicaid Reform & Political Landscape - The potential passage of a rule concerning Medicaid is uncertain, with failure to pass potentially halting progress on related issues [1][2] - The House and Senate have differing approaches to Medicaid reform, particularly regarding waste, fraud, and abuse, requiring reconciliation [6] - Correcting expanded Medicaid roles implemented by the Biden administration is a key objective, aiming to reform the system for those truly deserving [7][8] - Political considerations and a limited timeframe necessitate prompt action on Medicaid reform [10] Waste, Fraud, and Abuse in Medicaid - Significant waste, fraud, and abuse exist within the Medicaid system at individual and hospital levels [11][12] - High CEO compensation in hospital systems primarily funded by taxpayer dollars is a concern [12][13] - Addressing abuses in the Medicaid system presents a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity for reform [13] Societal Issues & Medicaid Burden - In North Carolina, 52% of births are to mothers on Medicaid, highlighting a societal issue contributing to the Medicaid burden [14] - Systemic societal issues, such as young individuals having children and relying on Medicaid, strain the system's financial responsibility [15] State & Federal Responsibilities - States should bear more responsibility for issues currently funded by the federal government through Medicaid [5][24] - The federal government should not be bankrupted by issues that states should be addressing [24] Potential Senate Run - There is consideration for a potential run for Senate in North Carolina, driven by the need to maintain a Republican seat [25][27]
'I wish this bill cut more!': GOP lawmaker touts cuts in Trump's megabill
MSNBC· 2025-07-02 19:17
Joining us now, Republican Congressman of South Dakota, Dusty Johnson. Thanks for coming on the program. Uh, Congressman, when the speaker says he is working through, what does that mean.What are your observations about getting this bill to what where I know you want it to be, which is the finish line. I mean, the holdouts are concerned about good policy. They want to make sure that this bill, particularly in areas related to Medicaid, move our country in the right place.I spent two hours at the White House ...
X @Tesla Owners Silicon Valley
RT Tesla Owners Silicon Valley (@teslaownersSV)“The amount of waste that happens with the federal government is really staggering. It's a staggering amount of waste of taxpayer money.For any given expenditure, we have to say, what does this do for the citizens of America? How is this good for the people of America? It's their money.” ...
Jam today: unleashing the power of meanwhile use | David Warr | TEDxSt Helier
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-25 16:32
Core Argument: "Jam Today" - Immediate Action & Use - The speech advocates for "meanwhile use" of underutilized spaces, urging immediate action ("jam today") instead of waiting for long-term plans ("jam tomorrow") [2][5][13] - It emphasizes prioritizing people's needs over rigid policies, advocating for creative and courageous decision-making to address immediate problems [6][20][26] - The speaker calls for a shift in mindset, encouraging governments and individuals to identify and address current needs rather than deferring to future plans [5][6][27] Housing Crisis & Vacant Homes - The speech highlights the issue of vacant homes amidst housing shortages, citing 135,000 long-term vacant homes in London alongside 55,000 homeless individuals [9] - It points out the inefficiency of having vacant homes while numerous people are on housing waiting lists, using the example of 13,790 people on the waiting list in Wandsworth, London [10] - The speaker shares an initiative in Jersey where public engagement led to the identification of 260 vacant homes in 6 months, demonstrating the potential of community involvement [12] Transitional Planning & Site Utilization - The speech proposes a "transitional planning process" that mandates alternative uses for sites if development doesn't commence within a year [16] - It criticizes the practice of leaving brownfield sites unused while developing greenfield sites, advocating for the utilization of existing spaces for parks and playgrounds [14][15] - The speaker uses Fort Regent as an example of a challenging site requiring immediate action to prevent closure and ensure continued community use [16][18][19] Call to Action & Policy Change - The speech urges governments to be brave in making decisions and to serve the economy by addressing immediate needs [24][25] - It suggests changing planning rules to allow for temporary or prefabricated homes on currently restricted sites, addressing the housing crisis [22][23] - The speaker envisions a global platform ("Jam Today" website) where individuals can highlight underutilized sites and propose solutions to their governments [27]