Digital Government

This Is the Republicans’ New Plan for Net Neutrality

Republicans look to curb agency's power to regulate the Internet.

Digital Government

House Investigates Obama's Role in FCC's Net Neutrality Decision

The probe could become a headache for the FCC as it pushes ahead with new Internet regulations.

Modernization

Senators Demand Federal Investigation of Verizon's 'Supercookies'

Commerce Committee Democrats believe Verizon may have broken the law with its Web tracking practices.

Digital Government

How a Ragtag Band of Activists Won the Battle for Net Neutrality

Despite fierce opposition from the major Internet providers, the FCC is poised to seize expansive new regulatory powers.

Digital Government

FCC Chief Unveils Sweeping Net Neutrality Rules

The move is a devastating blow to Internet providers and a stunning victory for Internet activists.

Digital Government

Obama's Favorite Internet Provider Hates His Net-Neutrality Plan

An Iowa utility fears it will face burdensome federal regulations.

Digital Government

FCC Moves to Implement Obama's Plan for Government-Run Internet Service

Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler wants to overturn two state laws that restrict municipal broadband.

Digital Government

FCC Demands Faster Broadband

Republicans complain that increasing the definition of "broadband" is meant to justify power grabs.

Modernization

Cell Carriers Spend $45B in Auction of Wireless Frequencies

The astronomical figure shows just how desperate carriers such as AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile are for access to more airwaves to power their customers' devices.

Digital Government

Your Appliances May Be Spying on You

FTC issues privacy and security guidelines to the companies creating the Internet of Things.

Digital Government

This Is What the Republican Plan for Net Neutrality Looks Like

GOP lawmakers are desperately trying to find a compromise on Internet regulation—but Democrats are in no hurry.

Modernization

This Phone Company is Switching Sides in the Net Neutrality Debate

The move undercuts Verizon, AT&T, and Comcast in their battle against the FCC.

Digital Government

Why Republicans Suddenly Love Net Neutrality

Key GOP lawmakers are frantically working to stop the FCC from treating the Internet like a utility.

Digital Government

Obama Backs Government-Run Internet

The president wants to overturn state laws that restrict cities from building their own Internet networks.

Digital Government

Pentagon: Hackers Didn't Get Classified Information

Military Twitter and YouTube accounts were hijacked just as Obama was pushing for better cybersecurity.

Digital Government

Obama Calls on Congress to Pass Data Privacy Laws

The president will urge lawmakers to pass laws to combat hacking and protect student privacy.

Digital Government

Why Republicans are Desperate for a Net Neutrality Compromise

Lawmakers are scrambling to find an alternative to expansive utility-style regulations.

Digital Government

FCC Chief Hints He’ll Enact Obama’s Net Neutrality Plan

The move, a reversal from last year's proposal, would face fierce resistance from Internet providers and Republicans.

Modernization

Consumer Agency Goes After Phone Companies for Bogus Charges

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is demanding that Sprint refund consumers millions of dollars for unwanted charges.

Cybersecurity

Tech Giants Join Microsoft's Privacy Fight Against Justice Department

Apple, Amazon, Verizon, AT&T and others want to keep the U.S. using search warrants to seize private data stored overseas.