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By Federal Newswire | Aug 2, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has submitted an amicus brief to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in the case of Briskin v. Shopify, advocating for a decision that would align plaintiffs' lawsuits with the U.S. Constitution. In 2023, a three-judge panel ruled that under the Due Process Clause, a company cannot be sued in a state where it did not direct its services. The 9th Circuit is set to review this decision en banc, which could have significant implications for internet-based commerce across the United States.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 1, 2024
Human rights advocates, including the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT), have long argued that the design of internet and web technologies significantly impacts their ability to defend the rights and well-being of all people, particularly marginalized groups. A recent report from the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) supports this view and provides recommendations on how technical standard-setting can address challenges to broad participation and effective respect for human rights.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 1, 2024
Policymakers in Europe are diligently working on artificial intelligence (AI) regulations, and this bulletin aims to provide updates on related laws and policies, as well as their implications for Europe, fundamental rights, and democracy.
By Federal Newswire | Aug 1, 2024
Netflix has announced that its fourth annual Geeked Week celebration will occur the week of September 16, concluding with a live, in-person fan event in Atlanta on the evening of Thursday, September 19. This marks the first time Geeked Week will bring together fandoms from series, films, and games at a live fan event.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Senators Coons, D-Del., Blackburn, R-Tenn., Klobuchar, D-Minn., and Tillis, R-N.C., introduced the Nurture Originals, Foster Art, and Keep Entertainment Safe Act (NO FAKES Act) today. The legislation aims to create a new intellectual property rights scheme for the use of voice, appearance, or likeness. Critics argue that the bill could undermine Section 230, limit freedom of expression, and restrict fair use—principles essential to the growth of information gathering on the internet.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Summer is here, and the sun continues to shine just like Queue’s Issue 17 cover stars: Ripley’s leading man Andrew Scott and the duo at the heart of the road trip documentary Will & Harper, Will Ferrell and Harper Steele.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Washington – A bill that would overturn a unanimous Supreme Court decision protecting defendants from inappropriate injunctive relief was introduced in the Senate Tuesday. The Realizing Engineering, Science, and Technology Opportunities by Restoring Exclusive (RESTORE) Patent Rights Act of 2024 would reverse the 2006 eBay decision.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
NVIDIA will host a conference call on Wednesday, August 28, at 2 p.m. PT (5 p.m. ET) to discuss its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, which ended July 28, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) filed comments today with the International Trade Administration, providing input on proposed topics for the agenda of the 22nd Plenary of the U.S.-Brazil Commercial Dialogue. The event is scheduled to take place on September 19, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 31, 2024
Today, global tech trade association ITI released a statement from its President and CEO Jason Oxman ahead of the U.S. Senate cloture vote on the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
Microsoft Corp. announced on Tuesday that its fiscal year 2024 fourth-quarter financial results are now available on its Investor Relations website. The earnings press release can be accessed directly at https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/Investor/earnings/FY-2024-Q4/press-release-webcast.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
There were two noteworthy issues related to the treatment of political content on our platforms in the past week – one involved a picture of former President Trump after the attempted assassination, which our systems incorrectly applied a fact check label to, and the other involved Meta AI responses about the shooting. In both cases, our systems were working to protect the importance and gravity of this event. And while neither was the result of bias, it was unfortunate and we understand why it could leave people with that impression. That is why we are constantly working to...
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has released a brief titled "Election Integrity Recommendations for Generative AI Developers." The document comes at a critical time as over 80 countries, representing more than half of the world’s population, are set to hold elections in 2024. This year has been dubbed the 'First AI Election' due to the proliferation of generative AI tools that pose significant cybersecurity and information integrity challenges.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
Earlier this month, CCIA Europe’s Boniface de Champris moderated a discussion with Prof. Dr. Martin Ebers and Brian Williamson on the challenges surrounding the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) and the implementation of the European Union’s new AI Act.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
Summer romance and comedy dominated the Top 10 Lists for the week of July 22. Romantic comedies secured three spots on the English Films List, with "Find Me Falling," starring Harry Connick Jr., leading with 16.1 million views. "A Family Affair," featuring Nicole Kidman, Zac Efron, and Joey King, placed seventh with 3.3 million views, while "Anyone But You," starring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney, re-entered the list at tenth place with 3 million views.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
Following the Senate’s vote to pass the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0), the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), a prominent think tank for science and technology policy, issued a statement from Senior Policy Manager Ash Johnson.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has filed a complaint and intends to file a motion for a preliminary injunction in Texas federal court challenging HB18, which seeks to impose age restrictions on internet usage. The law, scheduled to take effect on September 1, mandates online age verification and parental consent, which CCIA argues violates the First Amendment.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
Microsoft Corp. announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, reporting a revenue of $64.7 billion, an increase of 15% from the previous year (16% in constant currency). Operating income rose by 15% to $27.9 billion (16% in constant currency), and net income increased by 10% to $22.0 billion (11% in constant currency). Diluted earnings per share were $2.95, up 10% (11% in constant currency).
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has expressed approval of a report released by the Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). The report evaluates the risks, benefits, and potential policy approaches to openness in artificial intelligence (AI).
By Federal Newswire | Jul 30, 2024
A recent White House report has endorsed the use of open-source artificial intelligence (AI), drawing on feedback from a diverse range of stakeholders. These conclusions were informed by responses from government employees, industry leaders, and individuals to a Request for Comment on AI model issues.
