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By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
The Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) has released a report titled "Fostering Responsible Tech Use: Balancing the Benefits and Risks Among Public Child Welfare Agencies." The report addresses the integration of data and technology systems, including artificial intelligence (AI), in child welfare agencies that work with over 390,000 youth in foster care annually.
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
As part of its ongoing engagement on the implementation of U.S. President Biden’s Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence, global tech trade association ITI provided recommendations to help the U.S. government advance the safety, security, and trustworthiness of AI systems. ITI’s comments to the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) highlight the importance of developing and promoting interoperable technical standards for AI, ensuring that AI guidance retains a flexible and risk-based approach, particularly with respect to generative AI, and coherence...
By Federal Newswire | May 31, 2024
Recently, legislative bodies across the United States have seen a surge in activity as lawmakers in over 10 states introduced several closely related bills aimed at addressing AI systems and their impacts on various facets of society. These areas include hiring practices, education, insurance, housing, lending, government services, and criminal sentencing. The scope of these bills is extensive and is expected to have a significant impact nationwide.
By Federal Newswire | May 30, 2024
Netflix is set to expand its Reality Universe with the introduction of four new interactive games based on popular unscripted shows. The new titles—Netflix Stories: Perfect Match, Too Hot to Handle 3, The Ultimatum: Choices, and Netflix Stories: Selling Sunset—will be available exclusively on the streaming platform this year.
By Federal Newswire | May 30, 2024
Director Manolo Caro and actress Cecilia Suárez will reunite for the new comedy series "Serpientes y Escaleras," following their previous collaborations on "The House of Flowers" (2018) and "Someone Has to Die" (2020). The series, set in Guadalajara, centers on a teacher who becomes entangled in a conflict between two students, an event that dramatically alters her life.
By Federal Newswire | May 30, 2024
TechNet, the national, bipartisan network of innovation economy CEOs and senior executives, submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) regarding its Plan for Global Engagement on AI Standards. TechNet President and CEO Linda Moore emphasized the importance of U.S. leadership in AI.
By Federal Newswire | May 30, 2024
Washington – The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has urged Vermont Governor Phil Scott to veto H.121, a bill proposing the Vermont Data Privacy Act and an age-appropriate design code standard in the state. While the CCIA supports Vermont's aim to enhance data privacy protections and online safety for minors, it raises concerns about several components of H.121 that present constitutional and compliance issues.
By Federal Newswire | May 29, 2024
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® has launched its second original short film series, “The Human Component,” produced by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions. The series features innovative technologies that support a more resilient planet, stronger societies, and healthier communities through compelling human-led films and immersive written content.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
Calli Schroeder, senior counsel and global privacy counsel at the Electronic Privacy Information Center, has raised concerns regarding AI programs that monitor user actions. "Constant screenshots of user actions for Recall and other AI programs is a form of surveillance," she stated. "Keeping the data on-device addresses some of the risks of that surveillance but doesn’t change the fact that user activities are being monitored and recorded in great detail and volume."
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
The latest installment of Shonda Rhimes' "Bridgerton" continues to captivate audiences, with Part 1 of Season 3 maintaining its position at the top of the English TV List for a second consecutive week, amassing 25.3 million views. Additionally, earlier seasons of the series remain popular, with Season 1 reaching #2 (6.4 million views), Season 2 at #4 (5.3 million views), and "Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story" at #8 (3.1 million views). Part 2 is scheduled for release on June 13.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) has filed an amicus brief at the Federal Circuit, urging it to uphold a ruling that Idaho's bad faith patent law is not preempted. The legislation was enacted to address the misuse of demand letters by patent trolls.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
WASHINGTON—The global transition to clean energy will hinge on developing and adopting new innovations that drive price and performance improvements in a diverse array of clean energy sources and uses. States and regions have important roles to play in that effort, bringing resources to bear through geographically concentrated networks of technology and service firms, research institutions, and nonprofit and public sector entities.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
On May 23, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) joined other civil society groups in sending a letter urging Vermont Governor Phil Scott to sign the Vermont Data Privacy Act. The bill is noted for its robust privacy protections and is seen as a new model for safeguarding consumers' personal information.
By Federal Newswire | May 28, 2024
Policymakers, legal experts, and social media platforms are currently working to establish rules, legislation, and systems aimed at shielding youth from a variety of online risks, including unwanted sexual solicitations and potential violence. Yet, an important question arises: do all youth need the same uniform protection or can such protection be differentiated based on differing needs? Instead of enacting “Big Brother” type online surveillance systems, picture a digital world where youth navigate a spectrum of online risks and those who are at the highest risk could opt-in...
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
On April 17, CDT Europe and the Open Government Partnership hosted the Fifth DSA Civil Society Roundtable Series event in Brussels. With the Digital Services Act (DSA) now fully in force, over 90 participants from national regulatory bodies, European institutions, academia, and civil society gathered to discuss various aspects of DSA implementation. The event aimed to identify priorities and challenges faced by different stakeholders and explore potential areas for improved collaboration.
By Federal Newswire | May 24, 2024
On May 27th, government officials and representatives from the private sector, academia, and civil society worldwide will gather to commemorate two decades since the first World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS). The WSIS initially convened stakeholders to envision a future where digital technologies are accessible to all, regardless of country or background. It initiated a series of meetings aimed at aligning the internet's evolution with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and fundamental human rights principles.
By Federal Newswire | May 23, 2024
SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 23, 2024 -- NVIDIA will present at the BofA Securities Global Technology Conference on Wednesday, June 5, at 12:30 p.m. Pacific time.
By Federal Newswire | May 23, 2024
During the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Free Trade Commission meetings in Phoenix, Arizona, on Wednesday, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) raised concerns over Canada’s proposed digital services tax (DST). The DST, part of Bill C-59 nearing final legislative stages, is viewed as disproportionately harmful to U.S. companies and detrimental to digital exports and Canadian innovation. It is estimated that the DST could cost U.S. companies billions of dollars and result in significant job losses.
By Federal Newswire | May 23, 2024
Today, Netflix published its second edition of "What We Watched: A Netflix Engagement Report," capturing viewership data from July to December 2023. The report covers 99% of all viewing on the platform.
By Federal Newswire | May 23, 2024
In advance of the markup in the House Innovation, Data, and Commerce Subcommittee today, several civil society organizations have sent a letter to House Commerce Chairs and members of the Innovation, Communications, and Technology Subcommittee. The letter expresses concerns regarding the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), H.R. 7891, as it is currently drafted.
