The App Association (ACT)
Recent News About The App Association (ACT)
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App Association optimistic about Trump-Vance Administration's support for small businesses
The App Association, a global trade group representing small and medium-sized technology companies, has issued a statement regarding the outcome of the 2024 election.
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App Association comments on Brazil's Digital Platform Report
In response to the Brazilian government's release of their latest Digital Platform Report on October 10, ACT | The App Association has shared its perspective.
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App association supports Google in urging court stay during Epic case appeal
ACT | The App Association has submitted an amicus brief to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, supporting Google's request for a stay on an injunction until an appeal is resolved.
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Federal Circuit addresses SEP licensing abuses in Ericsson v Lenovo case
The Federal Circuit has vacated and remanded a lower court's decision in the case of Ericsson v Lenovo concerning standard essential patents (SEPs).
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Data breaches highlight need for stronger cybersecurity measures
The increasing integration of technology into daily life has led to a rise in data breaches, exposing personal information and affecting one in three Americans. These breaches disproportionately impact disenfranchised communities, which often lack resources for digital safety. The issue is particularly pressing during Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October.
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Voters show strong support for national data privacy law before election
A recent survey conducted by ACT | The App Association reveals that likely voters in the United States strongly support the enactment of a national data privacy law. This poll, fielded by Embold Research, also indicates significant concern over the government's current antitrust strategies and lawsuits against technology companies.
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App Association supports FTC's revised Hart-Scott-Rodino filing requirements
In response to the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) recent announcement regarding the finalized rule on filing requirements under the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act, ACT | The App Association has expressed approval. Morgan Reed, President of ACT | The App Association, commented on the FTC's decision.
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App Association welcomes CMA's approval of Amazon's investment in Anthropic
ACT | The App Association has expressed its views on the UK Competition and Markets Authority's (CMA) recent decision regarding Amazon's £3 billion investment in Anthropic. Stephen Tulip, the UK Country Manager for ACT | The App Association, issued a statement addressing the CMA's ruling.
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ACT | The App Association criticizes proposed amendment on parental consent requirements
App developers require legal frameworks that enable them to provide parents with the means to manage their children's devices and access to age-appropriate apps. This necessitates flexibility to meet consumers' expectations, consistent with how they interact with their smart devices.
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App Association founder responds positively to Mario Draghi's strategies for Europe's competitiveness
Mike Sax, founder of ACT | The App Association, issued a statement in response to Mario Draghi’s speech and report on “Unveiling Strategies for Europe’s Future Competitiveness,” delivered on September 11, 2024.
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ACT founder Mike Sax comments on CJEU ruling in Illumina/GRAIL appeal case
Mike Sax, founder and chairperson of ACT | The App Association, issued a statement on September 3, 2024, regarding the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruling in the Illumina/GRAIL appeal case.
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ACT president supports new House bills on AI education and small business advancement
ACT | The App Association released a statement from President Morgan Reed following the introduction of the National Science Foundation (NSF) AI Education Act and the Small Business AI Advancement Act in the House of Representatives.
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App Association president backs EPIC Act supporting innovation
ACT | The App Association today released a statement from President Morgan Reed following the introduction of the Expanding Partnerships for Innovation and Competitiveness (EPIC) Act by Senators Chris Coons, Todd Young, John Hickenlooper, and Deb Fischer on July 9, 2024.
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ACT | The App Association opposes Canada's digital services tax proposal
ACT | The App Association has issued a statement opposing Bill C-59’s proposal to impose a digital services tax (DST) in Canada. According to the association, the changes proposed by Bill C-59 will disrupt business planning and research and development cycles for small business innovators. They argue that these changes are inconsistent with international tax standards and could negatively impact investment and innovation in Canada.
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ACT president backs new legislation supporting innovation partnerships
ACT President Morgan Reed issued a statement following the release of Rep. Haley Stevens' draft Expanding Partnerships for Innovation and Competitiveness Act.