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By Federal Newswire | Jun 28, 2024
On June 18, CDT Europe held a closed civil society workshop to discuss advancing fundamental rights in the implementation of the AI Act. The event brought together representatives from key civil society organizations to brainstorm opportunities and strategic approaches to ensure human rights remain central during the roadmap to implementation.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 28, 2024
WASHINGTON—Following the Loper Bright v. Raimondo decision, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), a leading think tank for science and technology policy, released a statement from Joe Kane, director of broadband and spectrum policy.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 28, 2024
Following the Supreme Court’s landmark decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, which overruled its prior holding in Chevron U.S.A. Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc., the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), a leading think tank for science and technology policy, released a statement from Joseph V. Coniglio, Director of Antitrust and Innovation.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
In response to the news that the markup was canceled, Eric Null, Co-Director of CDT’s Privacy & Data Project, issued the following statement:
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
Today, Apple Vision Pro arrived in Apple Store locations across mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore. Vision Pro blends digital content with the physical world to deliver spatial experiences that transform how people work, collaborate, connect, relive memories, enjoy entertainment, and more.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
In 2018, Netflix's positive experience producing series and films in New Mexico led to the establishment of a new production hub in Albuquerque. This decision marked the company's first purchase of a production studio complex, which included eight sound stages on 28 acres and a rich history of productions, including "The Avengers," "Breaking Bad," and "Sicario."
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA Europe) has submitted its response to the public consultation on the European Commission’s white paper, "How to master Europe’s digital infrastructure needs."
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
With 270 million households now subscribing to Netflix and a total audience of well over half a billion people globally, the company reports steady progress in its mission to entertain the world. "No entertainment company has tried to program for this many tastes, cultures and languages before," states Netflix. The company acknowledges the significant responsibility and emphasizes its commitment to being thoughtful about its impact on the world, particularly within the creative communities it operates.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
CDT, along with ACLU, Fight for the Future, and the Open Technology Institute, submitted a letter to the House Energy & Commerce Committee today. The organizations urged amendments to the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) to address concerns that the bill could lead to censorship of valuable speech and undermine online privacy rights.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
In response to the oral arguments in the appeal of Hachette v. Internet Archive, the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), a prominent think tank for science and technology policy, released a statement from Vice President Daniel Castro.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
The Consumer Technology Association® (CTA), the owner and producer of CES®, unveiled the results of a new artificial intelligence (AI) study at the CTA CEO Summit in Stockholm. The study, focusing on Swedish consumer sentiment, examines how this rapidly evolving technology will impact their lives. According to the CES Tech Trends: Swedish Consumer Sentiment on AI survey, 52% of Swedes currently use at least one AI tool at work, with nearly a third using ChatGPT for professional purposes. Younger generations show even greater anticipation for future AI usage, with 77% of Gen Z...
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
Empathy and storytelling, motivational and strategic leadership are among the qualities participants in this year’s PROPEL Center Arts & Entertainment Industry Accelerator identified in their “What’s Your Superpower?” course. The course is designed to empower students to uncover and embrace their authentic selves throughout their careers.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
Yesterday, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) joined an amicus brief led by the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), supporting the First Amendment rights of TikTok users in the constitutional challenge to the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act in TikTok v. Garland.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
Since 2021, Netflix has committed to two near-term climate targets aimed at halving its carbon emissions by 2030 and starting in 2022, matching remaining emissions by investing in natural climate solutions. Three years into this initiative, the company reports it is on track to meet both goals.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 27, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO — The federal ban on TikTok must be scrutinized to determine its constitutionality, the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) and others argued in a friend-of-the-court brief filed Wednesday to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 26, 2024
TechNet, the national bipartisan network of innovation economy CEOs and senior executives, has sent a letter to members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee ahead of its expected markup of the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) this week. The following statement is attributed to TechNet President and CEO Linda Moore:
By Federal Newswire | Jun 26, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has issued a letter to House leaders emphasizing the necessity for "strong, comprehensive federal privacy legislation" that safeguards consumers, resolves conflicts with state laws, and sustains innovation critical to U.S. productivity. The association has expressed opposition to the "American Privacy Rights Act" (APRA), stating it does not meet these criteria.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 26, 2024
Apple Diagnostics for Self Service Repair, a software tool that enables users to troubleshoot issues, is now available in 32 European countries, including the U.K., France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Launched in the U.S. in December 2023, Diagnostics gives users the same ability as Apple Authorized Service Providers and Independent Repair Providers to test products for optimal parts functionality and performance, and it helps identify which parts may need repair.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 26, 2024
The FCC should "promote access and utility of supportive services to survivors," said Electronic Privacy Information Center, Clinic to End Tech Abuse, National Network to End Domestic Violence, and Public Knowledge in joint comments. The groups urged the FCC to continue working with stakeholders to "develop an anti-abusable framework for connected devices."
By Federal Newswire | Jun 25, 2024
Jessica Alba's new action thriller, "Trigger Warning," has debuted at the top of the English Films List with 25.7 million views, making it the most-watched title of the week. The animated film "Ultraman: Rising" secured second place with 7.9 million views. Guillermo del Toro recommends this film as “moving and utterly opulent.” Richard Linklater’s "Hit Man," starring Glen Powell, claimed sixth place with 4.4 million views.
