Big Tech news and reports on Federal Newswire

Latest News


Meta tests community-driven fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram
Big Tech

Meta is set to begin testing a new crowd-sourced fact-checking initiative called Community Notes across its platforms—Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.


Report highlights civic responses to AI's impact on 2024 elections
Big Tech

In 2024, elections around the world were notably impacted by the integration of generative artificial intelligence (AI), leading to significant changes in how various stakeholders conducted their work.


iRobot faces closure after FTC opposition to Amazon deal
Big Tech

A U.S. robotic vacuum manufacturer is facing financial difficulties, with its stock declining following the announcement that it may soon go out of business.


TechNet files brief against uninjured plaintiff class actions in Supreme Court
Big Tech

TechNet has filed an amicus curiae brief with the Supreme Court in the case of Labcorp v. Davis.


CCIA urges rejection of Maryland B2B service tax due to potential economic impact
Big Tech

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) is expressing opposition to Maryland's proposed business-to-business (B2B) service tax, as outlined in bills HB 1554 and SB 1054.


CDT Europe discusses surveillance issues at RightsCon Taipei
Big Tech

The Centre for Democracy & Technology Europe (CDT Europe) recently participated in the 13th edition of RightsCon, held in Taipei from February 24-27.


Robert Boykin named executive director for TechNet's southwest region
Big Tech

TechNet has appointed Robert Boykin as Executive Director for California and the Southwest Region.


Concerns over new AI code's impact on fundamental rights
Big Tech

The European AI Office recently released the third draft of the Code of Practice for general-purpose AI (GPAI) models.


Gail Slater confirmed as Assistant Attorney General for Antitrust
Big Tech

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Gail Slater as the Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division.


EU regulations impose financial burdens on US tech firms
Big Tech

U.S. technology companies are experiencing significant financial challenges due to European Union digital regulations, according to a new factsheet by the CCIA Research Center.


Apple announces immersive Metallica concert experience on Vision Pro
Big Tech

Apple is set to release a new immersive concert experience featuring Metallica on its Apple Vision Pro platform.


New report addresses AI's impact on disabled individuals across multiple sectors
Big Tech

The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) have released a new report titled "Building A Disability-Inclusive AI Ecosystem: A Cross-Disability, Cross-Systems Analysis Of Best...


Apple Arcade expands catalog with new games launching in April
Big Tech

Apple Arcade is set to expand its offerings with the launch of six new games and updates throughout April.


CCIA addresses foreign digital trade barriers' impact on US firms
Big Tech

The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has submitted comments to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) regarding foreign digital trade barriers and their impact on U.S. exporters and economic competitiveness.


AI governance recommendations issued to enhance disability rights
Big Tech

The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) have released recommendations aimed at policymakers and public administrators to foster responsible AI governance and advance disability...


TechNet urges Congress to focus on innovation-friendly tax policies
Big Tech

TechNet, a national network of CEOs and senior executives from the innovation economy, has addressed Congress in a letter regarding the ongoing budget reconciliation process.


App Association hosts SXSW panel on data breaches and encryption
Big Tech

ACT | The App Association is set to host a panel discussion at the South by Southwest (SXSW) conference focusing on data breaches and encryption.


Trump administration's PCLOB member dismissals spark legal battle
Big Tech

The Trump Administration recently made a controversial decision to dismiss three Democratic members of the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB).


CDT challenges FCC over alleged misuse of regulatory power in CBS case
Big Tech

The Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) has submitted comments to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) concerning a complaint against CBS.


Vodafone and IBM collaborate on smartphone security against quantum threats
Big Tech

Vodafone and IBM have announced a collaboration to address future security challenges posed by quantum computers for smartphone users.