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Why Can’t More Families Use SNAP Benefits for Online Orders?
Technology hurdles for states and smaller retailers mean that some recipients can't shelter in place
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Is the U.S. Government’s Lifeline Service Really a Lifeline?
Poorly marketed and under-resourced, it’s not always serving the poor
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Why Is It So Hard for Gig Workers to Get UnemploymentBenefits?
Their status as “employees” remains unsettled, leading to confusion between state and federalbenefits
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Why Am I Paying $60 for That Bag of Rice on Amazon.com?
Dynamic pricing algorithms on Amazon aren’t just about supply and demand
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Will Google’s and Apple’s COVID Tracking Plan ProtectPrivacy?
The proposed system is anonymous but vulnerable to trolls and spoofing
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How Are Gig Workers Faring During the COVID-19Crisis?
Workers fight for hazard pay, protective equipment, and better sick leave
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How Many Americans Lack High-SpeedInternet?
The COVID-19 crisis highlights the costs of the U.S. digital divide
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When Is Anonymous Not ReallyAnonymous?
Anonymization of data isn’t enough to guaranteeprivacy
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My Boss Wants Me to Use My Fingerprint to Clock In. Is That Legal?
You don’t always have to give your boss the finger
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What Are My Photos Revealing About Me?
You may be accidentally sharing personal information in your photos
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