Deborah Cooper

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Deborah Cooper is a writer and strategist dedicated to humanizing the digital age. After years of exploring the technical and ethical frontiers of digital identity, Deborah now applies her "people-first" philosophy to a wide-ranging exploration of modern life. Her column serves as a bridge between complex innovation and its real-world impact, investigating how technology, policy, and culture intersect to build-or-break-public trust. From the ethics of AI to the evolution of digital communities, Deborah provides a sophisticated look at the systems we inhabit and the human spirit within them.

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Deborah Cooper about 1 month ago

PPA's New Accredited Program Forges Path for Procurement Leaders

A new accreditation from the Procurement Professionals Alliance offers a direct path to UPPCC recertification, reshaping career growth in the industry.

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PPA's New Accredited Program Forges Path for Procurement Leaders

Deborah Cooper about 1 month ago

Gold Rush Tech: How X-Ray Scanners Authenticate Holiday Windfalls

Record gold prices are driving a selling frenzy. Discover the XRF tech that verifies your jewelry’s true identity, preventing fraud and ensuring fair payouts.

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Gold Rush Tech: How X-Ray Scanners Authenticate Holiday Windfalls

Deborah Cooper about 1 month ago

Corporate Giving's Next Challenge: From Bikes to Digital Identity

Associa's massive bike giveaway provides physical mobility to kids in need. But as society digitizes, is it time for CSR to focus on digital inclusion?

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Corporate Giving's Next Challenge: From Bikes to Digital Identity

Deborah Cooper about 1 month ago

ASTRA 2026: Shaping the Future of Play for Specialty Retailers

ASTRA's 2026 Marketplace & Academy convenes in Milwaukee to tackle key trends like the "kidult" boom and sustainability, empowering independent toy retailers.

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ASTRA 2026: Shaping the Future of Play for Specialty Retailers

Deborah Cooper about 1 month ago

Bolt's Network ID Aims to Curb the $35B Synthetic Fraud Crisis

Bolt's new network-based identity system uses device verification to fight rampant synthetic fraud, promising safer e-commerce for merchants and shoppers.

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Bolt's Network ID Aims to Curb the $35B Synthetic Fraud Crisis

Deborah Cooper about 1 month ago

Cornerstone Bank Taps New VP for Aggressive National Mortgage Expansion

With a new VP and a unique bank-powered platform, Cornerstone Capital Bank aims to capture market share amidst complex regulations and a shifting economy.

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