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By Federal Newswire | Aug 30, 2024
A federal district court judge in Texas has largely blocked a new Texas social media law from being enforced while the Computer & Communications Industry Association’s (CCIA) First Amendment challenge proceeds through the legal system.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 30, 2024
The global tech trade association ITI has responded to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) request for dispute settlement consultations under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) regarding Canada’s digital services tax.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 29, 2024
Meta has launched Creator Lab in India, an educational resource designed specifically for aspiring content creators. This initiative aims to support young people across India interested in content creation.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 29, 2024
Amazon's use of consumer data, particularly in relation to grocery purchases and prescription drug sales, has raised concerns about privacy laws and protections. Suzanne Bernstein, a legal fellow at the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC), highlighted the limitations of HIPAA, the federal law that protects health privacy. According to Bernstein, "HIPAA only applies to health care providers, insurers, and companies that manage medical records," which means it does not cover Amazon purchases.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 29, 2024
California’s controversial artificial intelligence (AI) bill has passed both state legislative chambers and now heads to Governor Gavin Newsom for consideration. It is unclear whether the governor will sign it. A range of Washington policymakers, including House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, have warned of the unintended consequences of the bill that risks U.S. competitiveness as countries and a wide range of companies compete on AI development. Eight California Democratic members of Congress also sent a letter to the Governor asking him to veto the bill – Reps. Zoe Lofgren,...
By Federal Newswire | Aug 29, 2024
NVIDIA has announced its participation in an upcoming event for the financial community. The company will present at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 7:20 a.m. Pacific time.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 28, 2024
For the first time in history, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® and CES® are launching a shared brand identity. Additionally, CES.tech is undergoing a complete redesign to offer an enhanced user experience.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 28, 2024
The California Senate has approved a bill mandating browser developers to provide an opt-out tool. Advocacy groups, including Consumer Reports and the Electronic Privacy Information Center, along with trade organization Digital Content Next (representing publishers), support the bill. In a letter sent to state lawmakers in March, these groups stated that the proposed law "will help reduce opt-out friction and make it easier for California residents to control their data."
By Federal Newswire | Aug 27, 2024
NVIDIA and Global Partners Launch NIM Agent Blueprints for Enterprises to Make Their Own AI
By Federal Newswire | Aug 27, 2024
Kohrra, the multiple award-winning crime drama series set in Punjab, is set to return for a second season. Season 1 of the show was praised for its unique blend of crime and emotion, exploring societal complexities and human psychology through exceptional performances. The narrative captured audiences globally, earning over 20 awards, including Best Series Award in Melbourne and various accolades closer to home such as Best Web Series, Best Actor, Best Ensemble, Best Editing, and Best Cinematography.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 27, 2024
Since 2018, Netflix has brought Danish stories to both regional and global audiences. Today, Netflix announced that three new Danish titles will premiere next year.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 27, 2024
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has called for additional safeguards in Maryland's policy governing police use of facial recognition technology. Jeramie Scott, the director of the project on surveillance oversight at the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC), commented on the ACLU’s recommendations.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 26, 2024
Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), a subsidiary of Amazon.com, Inc., has announced the general availability of AWS Parallel Computing Service. This new managed service is designed to facilitate the setup and management of high-performance computing (HPC) clusters, enabling customers to run scientific and engineering workloads at scale on AWS.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 26, 2024
The Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) announced a €290 million fine on Uber, citing violations of the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) due to transfers of drivers' personal data from the European Union to the United States. The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA Europe) has responded, noting that these issues date back to 2021-2022, before the implementation of the new EU-US Data Privacy Framework last year.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 26, 2024
Around 75% of internet users are from non-English speaking countries in the Majority World, yet social media companies allocate most of their content moderation resources to English-speaking populations in the West. This disparity has led to human rights violations and unjust moderation outcomes in the Majority World. Researchers from these regions have focused on boosting automated detection of harmful content in local languages that are often underrepresented and lack robust technological support.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 26, 2024
Today, at the U.S. Department of Energy’s geothermal workshop, Meta announced a new partnership with Sage Geosystems to significantly expand the use of geothermal power in the United States. "At Meta, we understand the need for reliable, affordable and carbon-free power, and we’re committed to pioneering clean energy initiatives to support our work," a spokesperson from Meta stated. The company expressed excitement about partnering with Sage on a first-of-its-kind project exploring advanced geothermal energy in regions where it has not been previously feasible.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 23, 2024
As part of regular updates on threat disruption efforts, recent insights have been shared into a cluster of likely social engineering activity on WhatsApp that security teams blocked after investigating user reports. This malicious activity originated in Iran and targeted individuals in Israel, Palestine, Iran, the United States, and the UK. The effort appeared to focus on political and diplomatic officials and other public figures, including some associated with the administrations of President Biden and former President Trump.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 23, 2024
Mark Zuckerberg and Daniel Ek, the CEOs of Meta and Spotify respectively, have issued a joint statement urging Europe to embrace open-source artificial intelligence (AI) to avoid falling behind in technological advancements. They argue that incoherent and complex regulations are hindering innovation and could lead to Europe missing out on significant economic opportunities.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 23, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) filed a brief today advocating for the approval of its complaint and motion for a preliminary injunction against Texas HB18. The initial filing occurred on July 30. CCIA, along with co-Plaintiff NetChoice, argues that Texas's latest legislative effort to regulate online speech by implementing age restrictions violates the First Amendment. The law is scheduled to take effect on September 1, 2024, unless a judge grants the requested preliminary injunction.
