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#data-privacy
fromNextgov.com
14 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
14 hours ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
22 hours ago

A new Republican privacy bill could be 'worse than no standard at all'

Congress is attempting to pass a national data privacy law that may weaken protections in some states while strengthening them in others.
#fcc
SF politics
fromTelecompetitor
19 hours ago

Benton Institute analysis faults FCC for lack of attention to broadband affordability

FCC's focus on bureaucratic efficiency neglects consumer broadband affordability and connectivity growth, particularly for low-income Americans.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Buying a router? A new US ban just shrank your choices - here's why

Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

FCC bans import of new consumer routers made overseas, citing security risks | TechCrunch

The FCC has banned the import of new foreign-made consumer routers due to cybersecurity risks to U.S. national security.
SF politics
fromTelecompetitor
19 hours ago

Benton Institute analysis faults FCC for lack of attention to broadband affordability

FCC's focus on bureaucratic efficiency neglects consumer broadband affordability and connectivity growth, particularly for low-income Americans.
fromZDNET
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Buying a router? A new US ban just shrank your choices - here's why

Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

FCC bans import of new consumer routers made overseas, citing security risks | TechCrunch

The FCC has banned the import of new foreign-made consumer routers due to cybersecurity risks to U.S. national security.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
22 hours ago

UK refuses to back down on US tech tax despite Trump's tariff threat

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the ongoing digital services tax dispute between the UK and US tech companies.
#intellectual-property
US politics
fromAbove the Law
20 hours ago

US Going Deeper Into The Red Now That The IRS Is Sharing Tax Data With ICE - Above the Law

Immigrants significantly contribute to the US economy, helping to offset national debt and budget deficits despite lower hourly wages.
Law
fromwww.housingwire.com
17 hours ago

States' deed theft protection measures tracked by new tool

EquityProtect launched a Scorecard to track deed theft and property title fraud legislation across all states, revealing significant vulnerabilities in property protection.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 day ago

100+ Crypto Firms Urge Senate To Advance Clarity Act

Over 100 crypto firms urge U.S. Senate to advance market structure legislation to prevent innovation and capital from leaving the country.
Media industry
fromExchangewire
1 day ago

The Stack: Big Tech Reckoning

The industry is undergoing significant changes with legal pressures, job cuts, and leadership shifts affecting major companies like Meta and Apple.
#tariffs
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump says he will probably put a big tariff on the UK' if it doesn't drop digital services tax

Donald Trump threatens tariffs on the UK if it does not repeal its digital services tax on US tech companies.
US Elections
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Refunds can now be claimed by businesses impacted by Trump's unconstitutional tariffs

A refund system for businesses affected by unconstitutional tariffs is launching, allowing claims for refunds through an online portal.
Intellectual property law
fromAxios
5 days ago

What to know about tariff refund site that's set to go live Monday

The Supreme Court did not address tariff refunds under IEEPA, but the Court of International Trade ordered the reimbursement process to begin.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump says he will probably put a big tariff on the UK' if it doesn't drop digital services tax

Donald Trump threatens tariffs on the UK if it does not repeal its digital services tax on US tech companies.
US Elections
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Refunds can now be claimed by businesses impacted by Trump's unconstitutional tariffs

A refund system for businesses affected by unconstitutional tariffs is launching, allowing claims for refunds through an online portal.
Intellectual property law
fromAxios
5 days ago

What to know about tariff refund site that's set to go live Monday

The Supreme Court did not address tariff refunds under IEEPA, but the Court of International Trade ordered the reimbursement process to begin.
fromPractical Ecommerce
1 week ago

Big Difference in E.U., U.S. Return Rules

In the European Union, consumers have a statutory right of withdrawal, allowing them to cancel an online purchase within 14 days of delivery without providing a reason, except for certain exceptions like personalized goods and perishables.
EU data protection
#sec
Business
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

No More Suing: SEC Chair Paul Atkins Swaps Lawsuits for 'ACT' Strategy

SEC Chair Paul Atkins introduced a new 3-pillar ACT strategy to revitalize the agency and attract crypto firms back to the U.S.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Historic First Year: SEC Under Atkins Resets Crypto Policy With Focus on Clarity and Growth

SEC under Paul Atkins emphasizes regulatory clarity to strengthen U.S. capital markets and support innovation, including crypto.
Business
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

No More Suing: SEC Chair Paul Atkins Swaps Lawsuits for 'ACT' Strategy

SEC Chair Paul Atkins introduced a new 3-pillar ACT strategy to revitalize the agency and attract crypto firms back to the U.S.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

Historic First Year: SEC Under Atkins Resets Crypto Policy With Focus on Clarity and Growth

SEC under Paul Atkins emphasizes regulatory clarity to strengthen U.S. capital markets and support innovation, including crypto.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

This tariff-refund portal is about to be America's hottest website

The U.S. government begins refunding tariffs declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, impacting thousands of importers awaiting payouts.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

CLARITY Act Gains New Urgency as More Than 100 Crypto Organizations Urge Senate Action

Over 100 organizations urge Congress to expedite the CLARITY Act for U.S. crypto market structure and competitiveness.
Media industry
fromwww.bloomberg.com
3 days ago

FTC Drops Ad Boycott Data Demands Made to Media Matters, Others

The FTC withdrew document demands from groups tracking online misinformation after settling antitrust claims against major advertisers.
EU data protection
fromTechzine Global
3 days ago

New EU rules stall due to lack of data center data

Europe's data center sustainability regulations reveal significant gaps in data quality and reporting, hindering accurate assessments of energy consumption and environmental impact.
SF politics
fromTelecompetitor
3 days ago

The Rural Broadband Protection Act passes the House, headed for president's desk

The Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025 mandates the FCC to vet funding applications for affordable broadband in rural areas.
Marketing tech
fromReadWrite
4 days ago

Google reports gambling ads enforcement surge in 2025

Google intensified enforcement on online gambling ads in 2025, blocking 270.7 million ads for policy violations, reflecting stricter regulations in the sector.
#ai-regulation
US politics
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
5 days ago

Trump's campaign to preempt state AI regulation faces resistance from states and Congress alike

The Trump administration is actively working to prevent state regulation of AI, while states are increasingly introducing their own legislation.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

US lawmakers push for pause in data centres until AI safeguards in place

A moratorium on new AI data centers is proposed to protect workers, civil liberties, and the environment amid concerns over AI's rapid advancement.
Privacy professionals
fromAdExchanger
18 hours ago

Does The New Federal Data Privacy Bill Have A Snowball's Chance Of Passing? | AdExchanger

House Republicans introduced the SECURE Data Act to create a national privacy standard that preempts state laws, targeting large data-handling companies.
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

PACE Act Pushes Fed Payment Access for Nonbanks, Crypto Firms

Hardworking Americans shouldn't have to wait days to access their own money or pay extra just to move it. The current system is outdated. PACE Act modernizes our system to deliver faster payments, lower costs.
Cryptocurrency
Intellectual property law
fromAdExchanger
5 days ago

Why A 1967 Privacy Law Is Powering A New Wave Of Ad Tech Lawsuits | AdExchanger

CIPA, a 1967 law, has become a significant challenge for ad tech due to its private right of action and potential for high damages.
US politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

The U.S. has a $282 billion trade surplus you've never heard of - and it's at risk | Fortune

Digital trade is crucial for U.S. economic growth, national security, and expanding market access for American businesses and workers.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How the government is ramping up mass surveillance with AI-driven tech

Surveillance capitalism collects extensive personal data through various devices and technologies, often without user consent or effective opt-out options.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 days ago

U.S. Treasury Presses Senate To Pass Crypto Legislation

Comprehensive crypto legislation is crucial for U.S. financial leadership and maintaining the dollar's status as the global reserve currency.
Privacy technologies
fromMissouri Independent
4 days ago

Missouri House forges ahead with bill targeting AI deepfakes and youth social media use * Missouri Independent

Missouri legislation aims to protect residents from AI-related harms with strict penalties and age verification for social media use.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
4 days ago

US Lawmakers Urged to Advance CLARITY Act as Digital Chamber Pushes Senate Markup

The Digital Chamber urges Senate leaders to advance digital asset legislation to avoid stalling momentum for clearer oversight.
fromTelecompetitor
3 weeks ago

New House of Representatives bills hope to improve broadband access

The affordability crisis is hitting rural America hard. Across the country, broadband, electricity, and clean water remain out of reach for far too many families.
Agriculture
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

Digital Hopes, Real Power: From Revolution to Regulation

66% of internet users live where political or social sites are blocked, and 78% are in countries where people have been arrested for online posts. New social media regulations have emerged in dozens of countries in the past year alone.
World politics
fromTelecompetitor
2 weeks ago

Democratic representatives ask NTIA's Roth not to change BEAD rules for SpaceX

The letter argues that SpaceX is asking the definition of 'standard installation' as shipping in a box - not a working connection - and allowing Starlink to 'falsely demonstrate compliance' with the program's 100 Mbps download/20 Mbps requirements.
SF politics
Privacy professionals
fromRoute Fifty
1 week ago

Getting privacy policy right in a competitive digital economy

State and local leaders aim to balance privacy protection with economic competitiveness, as inconsistent privacy laws can hinder business operations and consumer trust.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

WTO talks end in stalemate over e-commerce

"We worked hard," WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala said, adding that the US and Brazil in particular "need more time" to work out their differences over the agreement to impose levies on cross-border online orders.
World politics
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

Tech bills of the week: Boosting export controls; AI-focused workforce development; and more

Bipartisan senators introduced the MATCH Act to strengthen semiconductor export controls and prevent adversaries from acquiring critical technology.
Gadgets
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

You Can't Escape the AI Tax

A significant RAM shortage is driving prices up, affecting consumers and prompting drastic measures at retailers like Costco.
Washington DC
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

Trump's federal AI policy framework aims to undercut state laws

The White House aims to establish a federal AI framework to prevent fragmented state regulations from solidifying.
#clarity-act
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 weeks ago

SEC, Treasury Officials Urge Congress To Pass Crypto Market Bill

Congress is urged to quickly pass the Clarity Act to establish clear regulations for cryptocurrencies and blockchain products.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 weeks ago

SEC, Treasury Officials Urge Congress To Pass Crypto Market Bill

Congress is urged to quickly pass the Clarity Act to establish clear regulations for cryptocurrencies and blockchain products.
#artificial-intelligence
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Trump wants a deadlocked Congress to move on AI. Frustrated states say they already have

States are enacting AI regulations, but the White House opposes them, advocating for a unified national framework instead.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Trump wants a deadlocked Congress to move on AI. Frustrated states say they already have

States are enacting AI regulations, but the White House opposes them, advocating for a unified national framework instead.
#copyright
#social-media-tax
Intellectual property law
fromBloombergtax
1 month ago

NetChoice Files First Case Over Chicago's Social Media Tax (1)

NetChoice filed a constitutional challenge to Chicago's social media tax, arguing it violates federal law and constitutional protections on commerce and free speech.
Intellectual property law
fromBloombergtax
1 month ago

NetChoice Files First Case Over Chicago's Social Media Tax (1)

NetChoice filed a constitutional challenge to Chicago's social media tax, arguing it violates federal law and constitutional protections on commerce and free speech.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 weeks ago

U.S. Senators Unveil Landmark Bitcoin Mining, Reserve Bill

The Mined in America Act aims to enhance U.S. digital asset mining, reduce foreign hardware reliance, and establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
4 weeks ago

Tech bills of the week: Child social media safety, Data center moratorium, and more

New child safety legislation, Sammy's Law, aims to enhance parental control over children's social media use through safety notifications and monitoring tools.
fromAxios
2 months ago

Ad lobby calls for federal legislation to protect publishers from AI scraping

Free riding isn't just unfair. It's stealing,
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

US bans new foreign-made consumer internet routers

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) added all consumer-grade routers made outside the US to a list of equipment seen as not secure enough for use, putting them on par with foreign-made drones, which were banned at the end of last year.
Privacy professionals
UK news
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Businesses may be caught by government proposals to restrict VPN use | Computer Weekly

Limiting VPN use to under-16s risks disrupting legitimate business operations and weakening privacy and cybersecurity protections without clear carve-outs or implementation details.
Miscellaneous
fromEngadget
2 months ago

US website 'freedom.gov' will allow Europeans to view hate speech and other blocked content

The US State Department and DHS are developing freedom.gov to let people view online content banned in their countries, including a VPN to bypass restrictions.
Non-profit organizations
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

NTIA's Roth addresses remaining BEAD funds

The BEAD Program achieved $21 billion in savings through Trump Administration reforms, with officials now determining how to allocate remaining funds while considering permitting improvements, workforce training, public safety communications, and addressing unserved locations.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US and EU battle over online censorship

Recent revelations from news agency Reuters that the US is "developing an online portal that will enable people in Europe and elsewhere to see content banned by their governments including hate speech and terrorist propaganda," as a method to counter what it sees as excessive censorship in other parts of the world is troubling to the EU. Even if the plans appear to have been delayed and detail is thin, the US position is clear.
Miscellaneous
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

EFF Launches New Fight to Free the Law

Public Resource acquires and makes available online a wide variety of public documents such as tax filings, government-produced videos, and federal rules about safety and product designs. Those rules are initially created through private standards organizations and later incorporated into federal law. Such documents are often difficult to access otherwise, meaning the public cannot read, share, or comment on them.
Intellectual property law
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Internet service providers handed ad targeting treasure trove as congress scraps online privacy protections

President Trump is expected to sign the order this week, meaning companies who backed the repeal, such as Verizon, AT&T and Comcast, will now be free to share customer browsing habits, app usage history, financial information, location data, social security numbers and content of communications. The wealth of data will pave the way for more highly targeted ads and could step up competition with advertising behemoths such as Google and Facebook.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Lawmakers from both parties back data center permitting reform

Bipartisan lawmakers support permitting reform to accelerate data center construction for AI infrastructure, though they disagree on energy sources.
US politics
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Bipartisan SCAM Act would require online platforms to crack down on fraudulent ads

Bipartisan SCAM Act would require social platforms to prevent fraudulent or deceptive ads and allow the FTC and state attorneys general to sue noncompliant platforms.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 month ago

Opinion: The ITC Has Lost Sight of the Public Interest

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC)-an agency with the extraordinary power to block imports and, in turn, influence the direction of American technology policy-has drifted out of that balance. To align with the Trump Administration's intellectual property priorities and pro-investment agenda, the ITC is in urgent need of reform.
Intellectual property law
US politics
fromNewsmax
2 months ago

Senators Push Bill Targeting Social Media Ad Scams

Bipartisan legislation would require social platforms to vet advertisers and take reasonable steps against fraudulent ads or face FTC and state enforcement.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Once a Niche Topic in Federal Lobbying, AI Is Now a Major Area of Focus

Defense contractors and AI startups are dramatically escalating lobbying efforts around artificial intelligence, with AI-related lobbying clients increasing 423% and reports rising 505% from 2020 to 2025.
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