Gabriel Regino García

It is possible to identify three areas of current interest in relation to the control of cognition to advance the interests and aspiration of ideologically driven human collectives. The first is cognitive control of enemy populations connected to "hot wars" . The second touches on the curation of cognition at its edges by focusing on interpretation and behavior rather than on the foundations of cognitive pathways (eg here, and here). The third focuses cognitive control of target populations of competitor or target states (and other collectives) connected to "cold war." This last is the subject of a set of interesting essays focusing on Latin America that is the focus of this post. These control objectives exist on several levels and have been understood in a variety of ways. For example at a fairly benign level they have been referred to as narrative wars, seeking power to manage a "master narrative" within or between human collectives of every sort. In its more ancient (now tech enhanced) and generalized form it pointed to efforts at shaping the imaginaries or lifeworlds of target populations so that, having gained control of the way a target population sees and understands the world around them--makes sense of the world through a process of interpretation grounded in foundational premises about things, processes and "truths." In the context of orderly management within collectives it is sometimes understood, in a more micro-behavior environment, as the control and discovery of mis- mal- and dis-information (especially strong in the context of pandemic since 2019). What these areas of interest struggle with is ways to theorize a critical distinction, one between (1) collective cognitive development as it evolves along with its way of understanding the world--a natural though sometimes violently controlled process within social collectives however organized, and (2) technologies or actions that undermine that process of self development by projecting in the foreign in ways that contain a substantial element of deception. That deception, in turn can focus on the source of inward projection, the strategic leveraging of data (whether true or false as those things are understood), and the simulation of collective engagement. . . .At a very basic level the modalities of that deception focus on mal-, mis- and dis-information. But at the level of cognitive warfare (or battles for cognitive control) its focus is on the way in which a collective identifies, receives and processes this information in ways that are more likely to lead to conclusions and actions that align with the interest of the projecting power. #internationalrelations #ai #cognitivewarfare Cold War Style Cognitive Warfare: "Deepening the Response to Authoritarian Information Operations in Latin America"/"Contrarrestar las operaciones de información de actores autoritarios en Latinoamérica" https://lnkd.in/eTUfKU-e

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#SummaryJurisdiction #Collection This is an activity developed by various public administration bodies at national, regional and local levels to directly #collectdebts, without having to go to court, and to collect them from debtors for any obligation in favor of #government that is #enforceable by law, including #fines and other #penalties.

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#EmploymentAndLabor - On August 13, the National Supreme Court issued an important ruling concerning interest on labor credits. Click here to read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dG8UnGEQ Juan Ricardo Larrouy, Fernando Neville #Dentons #Argentina #Employment #Labor #derecholaboral

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🟢 | EXPERT ANALYSIS: Our #ConstitutionalReformsGuide features new content: “The Judicial Reform: Implications for the Rule of Law and the Bilateral Relationship Between Mexico and the United States” by Arturo Pueblita Fernández! “The reform poses a domestic threat and risks violating Mexico’s international obligations under the USMCA. The agreement mandates the preservation of independent courts free from political influence. By politicizing justice in Mexico, the reform could breach the country’s commitments, especially those outlined in Annex 23, which calls for impartial labor courts.” 🇲🇽 ⚖️ 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRr457tk #JudicialReform #Risks #NorthAmerica #JudicialIndependence #JudgesElection #USMCA

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To read the complete interview click here: https://lnkd.in/ekeyij32 #IntellectualProperty #propiedadintelectual #propriedadeintelectual #Leadership #Lawyers #advocaciaempresarial #management #comunidadandina #Legaladvice #inta #asipi #Lawfirm #legalissues #omcabogadosyconsultores #oscarmago

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Key clarifications from Spanish regulator regarding the use of blockchain. Under the technological neutrality principle, if a crypto asset can qualify as a “financial instrument”, then it is covered by the securities exchange regulations (i.e., prospectus, etc.)

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Mexico’s Constitutional Reforms Conference | Implications for US-MX Rela… Powered by Restream https://restream.io/ Mexico’s Constitutional Reforms Conference | Implications for US-MX Relations: REFORMA AL PODER JUDICIAL

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#Enterate Ley de Bases: Modificaciones en materia de #Defensa del #Consumidor Repasamos las principales modificaciones introducidas por la reciente Ley de Bases y Puntos de Partida para la Libertad de los Argentinos, en el ámbito de defensa del consumidor. No te lo pierdas. ---- Law of Basis and Starting Points: Modifications in #Consumer #Law. We review the main modifications introduced by the recent Law of Bases and Starting Points for the Freedom of Argentines, regarding consumer law. Click on the video and get to know it. #DefensaDelConsumidor #LeyDeBasesYPuntosDePartida #MarvalOFarrellMairal #NovedadesLegales #Consumidor #law #ley #legal

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The same politicians wish to, unsuccessfully, impose a law of religious freedom in public schools and the use of non-secular prayers and expressions in public schools (PC1951). Suppose we follow the trend of copying law projects from conservative states. In that case, a law will try to be passed to allow religious chaplains in public school facilities, similar to those in Texas and Florida. The same politician wants to take abortion away even if you were raped. Not providing sexual education to teenagers can lead to an increase in sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and unwanted pregnancies. It can also result in misinformation and beliefs in myths, a lack of skills to make informed decisions, increased vulnerability to sexual abuse, poor sexual health, and other harmful effects.

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🔍 Regional Seminar on IP Enforcement 📅 Dates: July 22 - 24, 2024 📍 Location: Costa Rica 🛠️ Organizers: WIPO, USPTO, Japan Patent Office, Directorate General of Intellectual Property of Costa Rica The Regional Seminar on Enforcement for IP Prosecutors, Customs, and Police Investigators is a pivotal event organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in collaboration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the Japan Patent Office, and the Directorate General of Intellectual Property of Costa Rica. This three-day seminar is dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of law enforcement professionals across Central America and Mexico, focusing on effectively tackling intellectual property crimes. Key Highlights: Prosecuting IP Crime: Best practices for prosecuting IP-related offenses. Investigating IP Crimes: Advanced investigative techniques and evidence gathering. IP Enforcement at the Border: Strategies for identifying counterfeit goods. Right Holders Exhibition: A platform for IP holders to engage with enforcement agencies. Target Audience: Prosecutors, customs officers, and police investigators from Central America and Mexico are invited to build a network of trained experts. Expected Outcomes: Improved IP enforcement strategies. Strengthened regional collaboration. Enhanced cooperation with IP rights holders. This seminar is a significant step towards reinforcing IP rights enforcement in the region, promoting economic growth, and protecting creators against IP infringement. 🔗 For more information, visit the link in our bio. #IPEnforcement #IntellectualProperty #WIPO #USPTO #JapanPatentOffice #CostaRica #LawEnforcement #Seminar #IPRights

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This is such an important topic—thank you to Paola Molano Ayala Dejusticia for bringing it up. Watching the JEP system go unchecked has been interesting (and honestly concerning). The delays and maximalist approach haven’t just created uncertainty for ex-combatants—they’ve also caused extreme confusion and unwanted outcomes for current comparecientes. I’ve seen this play out firsthand, with civil society growing increasingly frustrated and disappointed. The momentum we once had feels like it’s slipping away. This conversation is long overdue. We need to rethink transitional justice to ensure it’s not just fair but also functional, effective, and innovative. I highly recommend checking out this article and Dejusticia's study for a closer look at these critical issues.

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DIGITAL SIGNATURE IN ARGENTINA: Through Decree 743/24 issued today, the National Government allows remote initial ID validation of persons requesting to obtain a “Digital Signature”. Such signatory’s ID control by Licensed Certifiers may be performed through “biometric authentication” or other means. By eliminating the mandatory request of physical presence, the Government intends to ease the proceeding to obtain a Digital Signature and promote its’ use (quite limited until today in Argentina, where “electronic signature” is much more usual). Further info below (in Spanish) Richards, Cardinal, Tützer, Zabala & Zaefferer S.C., Juan Pablo M. Cardinal, Gustavo Bethular, Sofía Agostina Grassi

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Quite a bit of information on the press today speculating on the expected stance of Spain's NCA (the CNMC) regarding the hostile takeover offer for Banco Sabadell by BBVA. Whereas it is very hard to predict, based on precedent and on merger control analysis tools, the most likely scenario is clearance in phase 1, perhaps subject to limited remedies. Phase 2 is less likely based on the CNMC's decisions in recent banking mergers; a prohibition seems off the table. This opinion in El Pais published in May is still current: https://lnkd.in/dEjZCw8f

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C.9.Bolivia: A Major Cocaine Production and Transshipment Hub ¨¨¨¨¨police corruption¨¨¨¨ https://lnkd.in/evgfVsE6

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Personal data protection is crucial, especially when it comes to safeguarding minors in the digital environment. The National Institute for Transparency, Access to Information, and Personal Data Protection (INAI) has been a stronghold in defending these rights in #Mexico, ensuring that the most vulnerable are protected from online risks. The disappearance of this institution would be a setback in the defense of #HumanRights, leaving many without an entity to regulate their data privacy. Now more than ever, it’s essential to preserve the institutions that safeguard our digital security. #DataProtection #Cybersecurity #ChildrenOnline #Privacy #DigitalRights

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People or AI? Let me know which picture you think was taken by a human and which was done by the machine? People v. AI? Join us next Wednesday at the UPR School of Law!

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