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Lauren Smith

@lesmith

privacy wonk, former @futureofprivacy @USCTO & @amprog. lover of tech policy around connected cars, internet of things, & big data, oh my.

 Washington, DC
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Joined August 2008
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Had to get the Skellies on theme this year
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My wife unveiled this year’s annual 12 foot skeleton theme today. Very topical.
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The transportation status quo is not only unsafe, it is inaccessible. Over 41 million Americans with disabilities deserve better transportation options. I’m excited to introduce the @Cruise WAV, the world's first self-driving, wheelchair accessible vehicle. (1/5)
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Today we released an important and comprehensive Safety Report which outlines the key tenets and processes we use to make cities safer. Check it out here: getcruise.com/news/blog/2022…
Autonomous Driving: Self-Driving Technology | General Motors

Autonomous Driving: Self-Driving Technology | General Motors

General Motors is leading the advancement and safe deployment of autonomous vehicles so more people can experience a safer, more relaxing hands-free drive.

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@kvogt26 Oct 2022
Thank you @SecretaryPete for your leadership on this. We’ve become numb to the awful status quo of rising traffic deaths and need to embrace how AV technology can promote safer roads. qz.com/us-transportation-sec…
US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg on the psychological hurdles for EVs and self-driving...

US transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg on the psychological hurdles for EVs and self-driving...

In an interview with Quartz, Buttigieg put range anxiety and traffic accident deaths in perspective

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Walmart Update: A customer rep said that the restock is at 9 PM ET. Additionally, Gamespot has mentioned the same in their article. spieltimes.com/news/ps5-rest…
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I was very lucky to get to work for @HBoushey at @amprog. She was a brilliant, supportive boss who taught me so much and remained a mentor over the years. I'm thrilled that she will be able to take her steadfast dedication to supporting American families to the CEA
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Support from @futureofprivacy and @NSF for academics to attend 2019 @USENIX Conference on Privacy Engineering Practice and Respect #pepr19 Aug 12-13 rcn.fpf.org/opportunities/ap…
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Rep. @boblatta and @RepSchakowsky will participate in a fireside chat moderated by @lesmith during the morning session of @MobilityTalks International next Wednesday, April 3 leading up to the Washington Auto Show. fpf.org/2019/03/29/represent…
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Join us in DC on April 4, with @SBDAutomotive !
Future of Privacy Forum (@futureofprivacy) profile pictureFuture of Privacy Forum@futureofprivacy14 Mar 2019
Time to Speed Ahead or Pump the Breaks? A Conversation on #Data and the #ConnectedCar at the #DCAutoShow with FPF and @SBDAutomotive. 4/4 3:30-5:00pm, registration below. @lesmith eventbrite.com/e/speed-ahead…
Speed Ahead or Pump the Brakes? A Conversation on Data & the Connected Car

Speed Ahead or Pump the Brakes? A Conversation on Data & the Connected Car

Advanced mobility technologies are transforming the safety & convenience of our roads. These new features also promise an explosion in the variety, connectivity, volume of mobility data—raising new...

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Privacy experts are thinking about how AVs may collect data OUTSIDE the vehicle. Check out @joannmuller interview with @lesmith: Watch out for self-driving cars: They're watching you - Axios axios.com/autonomous-vehicle…
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Today was an...unexpected kind of day. Thanks for the amazing times grittynhl !! And sorry @adamconner what can I say, he's from my hometown 🤷🏻‍♀️ @ Rayburn… instagram.com/p/BtkGoaUgx2mK…
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Stephen Whyno@SWhyno6 Feb 2019
Gritty met a lookalike.
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It's been quite a day for this Philly native, such a pleasure to meet you @GrittyNHL !
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My thoughts on the future of connected cars, mobility technologies, and data!
Future of Privacy Forum (@futureofprivacy) profile pictureFuture of Privacy Forum@futureofprivacy17 Jan 2019
In this week's #FPFat10 series, @lesmith discusses #connectedcars and the future of #mobility. Read more about FPF's work in this area and what's on the horizon! fpf.org/2019/01/17/qa-lauren…
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WATCH LIVE: See how companies and policymakers can prioritize inclusive design, foster cross-section collaborations, and do more to promote #DisabilityInclusion. #IoTPrivacy facebook.com/FutureofPrivacy…
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Very excited to launch this important paper today!
Future of Privacy Forum (@futureofprivacy) profile pictureFuture of Privacy Forum@futureofprivacy31 Jan 2019
Releasing report on #iot, #privacy, and people with disabilities. Live streaming at Facebook.com/futureofprivacy fpf.org/2019/01/31/iot-devic…
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What are some #privacy considerations for persons with disabilities using #InternetOfThings services? Come to the launch of our white paper, "The Internet of Things and Persons with Disabilities" on 1/31 to find out! Details and registration 👉 fpf.org/event/the-internet-o…
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We hope you got to see @lesmith discussing "Key Legal and Policy Reforms for Emergent Transport Technologies." Thanks for all who came out despite the weather! #TRBAM @NASEMTRB
National Academies (@theNASEM) profile pictureNational Academies@theNASEM11 Jan 2019
Five days. Thousands of transportation professionals. Nearly 800 sessions and workshops. One autonomous shuttle to ride in and one automated passenger car prototype to view. The @NASEMTRB 98th Annual Meeting begins this Sunday. buff.ly/2q7aH75 #TRBAM
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FPF Policy Counsel @lesmith presents 'Data & #Privacy in the Autonomous Car: What Issues Might We Face?' today at 10:40am PT at @AutoMobilityLA #AutoMobilityLA. Check out her talk in LA Convention Center Room 409A! Details: automobilityla.com/securing-…
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FPF Policy Counsel @lesmith runs our Connected Car Project. Today, she appeared on @CBSThisMorning with @krisvancleave. "So the truth is, that yes, our cars are learning more about us, but what they learn may save our lives." Watch the segment here: cbsnews.com/video/how-carmak…
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