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By Federal Newswire | Jun 13, 2024
The Consumer Technology Association® (CTA), the owner and producer of CES®, has announced a new partnership with the European Commission’s European Innovation Council (EIC) for this year’s CES Unveiled in Amsterdam. This collaboration aims to identify emerging technologies from across Europe to be showcased at the event, which will take place at the Beurs van Berlage on October 15, 2024. The Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy has also renewed its long-standing partnership with CES Unveiled in Amsterdam to highlight innovations from the Netherlands.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 12, 2024
Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.75 per share. The dividend is payable Sept. 12, 2024, to shareholders of record on Aug. 15, 2024. The ex-dividend date will be Aug. 15, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 12, 2024
Many of the data privacy laws enacted in recent years fall short of the standards set by Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These laws are often diluted versions of previous legislation, incorporating only the least stringent elements.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 12, 2024
Netflix has announced the release date for the third season of "Sweet Home," set to premiere on July 19. The series, which has garnered a global fanbase since its debut, will conclude with this season.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 12, 2024
Netflix showcased an array of new animated projects at the Annecy Film Festival, continuing its strong presence in the animation industry. This follows their recent event in Los Angeles, "Next on Netflix: Animation." Over the past five years, Netflix has earned multiple accolades for its animated features, including eight Oscar nominations and one win for Guillermo del Toro’s "Pinocchio," four BAFTA nominations with two wins for "Klaus" and "Pinocchio," and numerous Annie Awards.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 12, 2024
Washington – Leaders of the House Committee on the Judiciary have reintroduced the Stopping Harmful Offers on Platforms by Screening Against Fakes in E-commerce Act (SHOP SAFE Act). Similar legislation was introduced last Congress and faced opposition from numerous businesses, civil society organizations, and trademark scholars.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 12, 2024
Washington – The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) and the Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) have issued a letter signed by three other associations in anticipation of a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing. The hearing will address cybersecurity risks that have compromised numerous government agency servers. Microsoft’s Vice Chairman and President, Brad Smith, is expected to respond to questions regarding Microsoft's security incidents.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 11, 2024
The week of June 3 witnessed notable debuts in the film and television industry. The action thriller "Under Paris" from France premiered at the top of the Non-English Films List, amassing 40.9 million global views. Richard Linklater's screwball comedy "Hit Man," co-written with star Glen Powell, debuted atop the English Films List with 10.8 million views in its first three days.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 11, 2024
WASHINGTON – Today, global tech trade association ITI reacted to newly reported international trade recommendations released by the President’s Export Council (PEC), encouraging the Biden Administration to increase U.S. global trade leadership and advance digital trade protections. The PEC serves as the principal national advisory committee on international trade.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 11, 2024
The upcoming months will feature several major international sporting events, including the Men’s UEFA EURO 2024 in Germany and the Olympic & Paralympic Games Paris 2024. Athletes and fans worldwide will use various apps to connect during these events. While most interactions are expected to be positive, there is a likelihood of abusive behavior. In response, multiple protections have been implemented across these platforms to safeguard users.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 11, 2024
Today, the global tech trade association ITI, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), and the Federal IPv6 Task Force convened leading experts from the U.S. government and tech industry for a day-long summit focused on government IT modernization. The event covered how AI, cybersecurity, advanced computing, the next generation of internet, and other emerging technologies can be leveraged to improve government efficiency, bolster innovation, enhance government services, and foster public-private collaboration.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 11, 2024
The Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) has joined 20 other organizations in a letter to the House Rules Committee, opposing an effort to add a bill to the National Defense Authorization Act. The bill in question would extend copyright coverage to standards even after they are incorporated by reference into a regulation and thus become enforceable law.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 11, 2024
Apple is set to introduce new features across its suite of services this fall with the release of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, visionOS 2, and tvOS 18. The updates will include enhancements to Apple Maps, Apple Pay, Apple Music, and Apple Fitness+, among others.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 11, 2024
Netflix has announced the production of two new Swedish films, "Trustor" and "Off Track 2." The documentary "Trustor," directed by Karin af Klintberg and Teresa Alldén, explores the infamous Trustor affair, one of Sweden's largest financial scandals.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 10, 2024
Apple has announced significant software updates across its Home products, aiming to enhance entertainment and convenience for users. The updates include tvOS 18, which introduces new features like InSight and improvements to Enhance Dialogue and subtitles. These updates are available as developer betas today and will be released as free software updates this fall.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 10, 2024
Apple has previewed watchOS 11, an update to its wearable operating system, designed to enhance health and fitness tracking through new features and personalization options. The update introduces the Vitals app, which consolidates key health metrics for better daily decision-making. It also includes a training load measurement feature to optimize workout intensity and duration.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 10, 2024
Apple commenced its 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference today, unveiling new technologies and features during a keynote live-streamed from Apple Park to a global audience. Throughout the weeklong event, developers and students will have access to Apple experts and insights into new tools, frameworks, and features designed to enhance their apps and games.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 10, 2024
Washington, D.C. – TechNet, the national bipartisan network of innovation economy CEOs and senior executives, has joined 21 other partners of the United for Privacy Coalition in a letter to the House Energy and Commerce Committee. The coalition urges Congress to include a single, uniform national privacy standard in the American Privacy Rights Act (APRA) to address the growing patchwork of state privacy laws.
By Federal Newswire | Jun 10, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has joined ten other trade associations in urging the Biden Administration to address Canada’s imminent digital services tax (DST). The associations have sent a letter calling for an investigation into the discriminatory aspects of the DST under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Free Trade Agreement (USMCA).
