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By Federal Newswire | Jun 21, 2024
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has joined a coalition urging the Australian government to protect end-to-end encryption during the review process of the Online Safety Act. The joint statement emphasizes the critical role of end-to-end encryption in ensuring safety, security, and privacy for millions in Australia.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 21, 2024
The teaser trailer for "Sweet Home" Season 3 reintroduces fans to a world where survivors are at a crossroads between monsters and humans, facing significant struggles. With the stadium safehouse compromised and new threats emerging, the stakes have escalated.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 21, 2024
Ahead of the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing for the California Journalism Preservation Act (CJPA), the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) submitted a coalition letter opposing AB 886. The letter, supported by 16 writers, civil society groups, and industry organizations, outlines concerns about the recently amended version of the bill.
By Federal Newswire reports | Jun 20, 2024
Robert Bryce is the author of A Question of Power: Electricity and the Wealth of Nations. He is the producer of two energy-focused documentaries.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
"The truth is that these AI models are contributing in a significant way to climate change, in both direct and indirect ways," says Tom McBrien, counsel for the Electronic Privacy Information Center, a digital policy watchdog.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
Highlighting its commitment to Southeast Asia and announcing new local titles, Netflix hosted the latest APAC Showcase on June 13 at the Fairmont Jakarta. The event spotlighted local creators from Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand, with the Netflix content team sharing their investment in diverse storytelling from the region.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
“Your phone is kind of this little mini supercomputer and personal data hub,” says Alan Butler, executive director and president of the Electronic Privacy Information Center. “Luckily, there have been some important and relevant technological advances in how some phones secure that data, but the depths to which data is collected or generated through your phone go on and on and on.”
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
Canada's Parliament passed Bill C-59 yesterday, introducing a digital services tax (DST) that has been described as burdensome and discriminatory. The bill is expected to receive Royal Assent soon, potentially as early as today, though the exact enactment date of the DST will be determined by implementing regulations.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
Last month, CDT previewed its platform at the World Summit of the Information Society (WSIS), a United Nations-sponsored meeting focused on the importance of human rights considerations in internet standards. The panel emphasized how privacy, accessibility, and freedom of expression are vital for democratic and equitable digital governance. The discussion centered on incorporating these core human rights considerations into the processes to develop internet technical standards.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
Apple Arcade players with Apple Vision Pro can now experience a new dimension in the racing game Warped Kart Racers, released today on the service. Spatial titles on Apple Vision Pro offer gameplay experiences that blend digital content with the physical world. In Warped Kart Racers, players control characters from 20th Television animated series such as American Dad!, Family Guy, King of the Hill, and Solar Opposites, using hand gestures to steer, drift, and throw objects in both single-player and multiplayer matches.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
Apple released new versions of Final Cut Pro for iPad and Mac today, introducing significant updates aimed at enhancing production capabilities and workflow efficiency.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
Brussels, BELGIUM – The EU’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act suffers from critical shortcomings, according to a legal analysis published today. Despite assurances from the European Commission and EU co-legislators, the study reveals that the landmark regulation fails to genuinely adhere to a risk-based approach.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 20, 2024
Repealing Section 230 would cost investors at least $1.3 trillion, resulting in a 2.9% decline in the S&P 500, according to a new study. The research also indicates that such a repeal would impose losses on each state's average retirement savings of at least $9,000 per saver. This is significant as most people's retirement savings are invested in stock holdings like S&P 500 Index funds, which include companies affected by the potential repeal.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 19, 2024
Apple today previewed Apple The Exchange TRX, the first Apple Store in Malaysia. Located in Kuala Lumpur’s new Tun Razak Exchange (TRX) central business district, the store aims to deliver Apple's products and services to the country. Customers can explore and purchase Apple’s lineup of products, receive service from knowledgeable team members, and participate in free Today at Apple sessions.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 19, 2024
WASHINGTON – Today, global tech trade association ITI warned that Canada’s digital services tax could upend ongoing international tax negotiations in the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework. The tax, passed today as part of the Fall 2023 Economic Statement Implementation Act (C-59), will further fragment the global tax system and contravene long-standing international tax and trade norms.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 19, 2024
"The truth is that these AI models are contributing in a significant way to climate change, in both direct and indirect ways," says Tom McBrien, counsel for the Electronic Privacy Information Center, a digital policy watchdog.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 18, 2024
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (NYSE: HPE) and NVIDIA have introduced a new portfolio, NVIDIA AI Computing by HPE, aimed at accelerating the adoption of generative AI in enterprises. The announcement was made during the HPE Discover 2024 event.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 18, 2024
As California legislators consider several tech-focused bills, including proposals regulating artificial intelligence and reporting mechanisms for cyberbullying, the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) will testify on Tuesday.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 18, 2024
Washington – The U.S. could face a $123 billion GDP loss and the elimination of 346,000 jobs within the first year if states enact stringent antitrust laws similar to New York's Twenty-First Century Antitrust Act, according to a new study. The research also projects that these negative effects will increase over time, resulting in a 4.4% GDP loss of $1.7 trillion and 3.5 million fewer jobs over the next decade. The Computer & Communications Industry Association’s Research Center released the study titled “Assessment of Economic Costs of Imposing Abuse of Dominance Standards...
By Federal Newswire | Jun 18, 2024
Columbus is considering the installation of a security camera network to combat crime, but questions remain about its overall effectiveness. Jake Wiener, an attorney with the Electronic Privacy Information Center who works on the nonprofit’s surveillance oversight project, expressed skepticism about the initiative's potential impact.
