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By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has submitted comments on Brazil's proposed child online safety measures. This submission responds to the Brazil National Data Protection Authority’s request for feedback on various issues, including privacy, data processing, and age verification for children online.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Launching on September 19, "The Queen of Villains" unveils the story of Dump Matsumoto, the most terrifying “heel” during the golden age of women’s pro wrestling in Japan. Spanning five episodes, the series explores the events that led to her rise decades ago.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Netflix has announced plans to create a 'Heartstopper Pride Flag' that will be displayed at Queer Britain, featuring personal messages from fans collected during a nationwide tour of Pride events.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
LONDON—In response to the King’s Speech, which outlines UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s legislative agenda under the new Labour government, the Center for Data Innovation released a statement from Policy Analysts Ayesha Bhatti and Justyna Lisinska.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) covers a broad taxonomy of actors, ranging from providers and deployers of AI systems to importers and distributors. The obligations pertaining to each of these actors have been the subject of extensive compliance coverage. Often lost in the conversation are the obligations imposed on public authorities in the European Union by the AI Act, including the changes they may need to incorporate when considering the use of AI.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Apple TV+ has achieved a record 72 Emmy Award nominations across 16 Apple Originals, marking its best performance to date. The streaming service received nominations in several top categories, including Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series for "Lessons in Chemistry," Outstanding Drama Series for "The Morning Show" and "Slow Horses," and Outstanding Comedy Series for "Palm Royale." Additionally, the platform secured nods for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special with "STEVE! (martin) a documentary in 2 pieces" and "Girls State," as well as Outstanding Hosted...
By Federal Newswire | Jul 17, 2024
Apple is collaborating with the San Francisco Housing Accelerator Fund, Sobrato Philanthropies, and Destination: Home to launch the Bay Area Housing Innovation Fund. This initiative aims to provide targeted loans to advance affordable housing development as part of Apple’s $2.5 billion commitment to address housing affordability in California.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 16, 2024
Eddie Murphy's action-comedy "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" maintained its position at the top of the English Films List for the second consecutive week, garnering 22.2 million views. The film's nostalgic appeal resonated with fans, leading to comments such as, “We hate to see Axel leave, but love to watch him walk away.”
By Federal Newswire | Jul 16, 2024
We believe the best products are built by working with the communities we serve. We recently invited people with disabilities and accessibility advocates to co-design solutions with our product teams to enhance the accessibility of mixed reality technology.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 16, 2024
Tom McBrien, counsel for the Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC), a non-profit research agency focused on protecting privacy rights, discussed the implications of AI-generated content on social media and its protection under free speech laws.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 16, 2024
Microsoft Corp. will publish its fiscal year 2024 fourth-quarter financial results after the market closes on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. The results will be available on the Microsoft Investor Relations website at https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/Investor/. A live webcast of the earnings conference call is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 15, 2024
TechNet, the national bipartisan network of innovation economy CEOs and senior executives, has announced the appointment of Drew Hudson as General Counsel and Director of Federal Policy. Based in Washington, D.C., Hudson will be instrumental in advancing TechNet’s federal policy advocacy on issues such as trade, tax, supply chains, e-commerce, and financial technologies. He will also oversee TechNet’s involvement in court cases affecting the tech sector and provide legal and regulatory advice.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 15, 2024
Apple has introduced the HomePod mini in a new midnight color, made with 100 percent recycled mesh fabric. Standing at just 3.3 inches tall, the HomePod mini offers substantial sound in a compact design. Its exterior features a seamless, acoustically transparent mesh and a backlit touch surface that illuminates from edge to edge.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 15, 2024
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has submitted a comment to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) in response to its request for information on building the Federal Evidence Agenda on Disability Equity. The Agenda aims to enhance the federal government’s ability to make data-informed policy decisions that advance equity for people with disabilities.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 15, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) submitted comments to the Department of Justice (DOJ) today regarding competition in artificial intelligence (AI). This response comes as the DOJ examines competition across various industries utilizing AI technologies.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 15, 2024
Following the success of "Marry My Dead Body," which performed exceptionally well at the Taiwanese box office in 2023, the beloved police squad’s adventures continue with the spin-off series "GG Precinct." Directed by Cheng Wei-hao and Yin Chen-hao, the series premieres on August 22 and offers six episodes that blend humor with suspenseful murder mystery.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 15, 2024
LONDON—British people are more likely than not to think artificial intelligence (AI) will improve their personal lives, careers, and the economy and society as a whole, according to a new nationwide survey conducted by Public First in partnership with the Center for Data Innovation. However, two-thirds of Brits (66 percent) also believe AI will likely increase unemployment.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 15, 2024
Statehouses nationwide have introduced laws to regulate AI, which are now so plentiful that the Electronic Privacy Information Center has introduced a scorecard for AI legislation. In Rhode Island, Senator Lou DiPalma and Representative Jacquelyn Baginski both introduced AI-related legislation during the 2024 session, and both sit on the AI task force as ex officio members.
By Federal Newswire | Jul 15, 2024
Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced today that it will hold a conference call to discuss its second quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. PT/5:30 p.m. ET.
