Digital Government
Why General Motors is Wading Into the Net Neutrality Debate
The car company is warning the FCC not to expand regulation of wireless Internet.
Digital Government
Obama Comes out Swinging Against Internet ‘Fast Lanes’
The president wants to prevent Internet providers from charging websites for faster speeds.
Cybersecurity
Selfies Could Replace the Password
Devices could scan faces and give access only to the right people.
Modernization
AT&T Will Pay Millions in Refunds After Charging for Celebrity Gossip and Flirting Tips
The company agreed to a $105 million settlement with state and federal regulators.
Emerging Tech
Facebook Retools Secret Research Guidelines
The new guidelines are unlikely to appease privacy advocates, who argue users should consent to experiments.
Digital Government
‘Beyond the Law?’ FBI Director Criticizes Apple, Google Privacy Features
The companies will prevent the government from accessing phone data—even with a warrant.
Digital Government
FCC Plans Next Move on Net Neutrality
The commission hints at some possible new approaches for regulations.
Modernization
FCC Hints at Expanding Net Neutrality Rules to Cell Phones
Under fire from liberals, the commission chairman hints at broader rules.
Digital Government
Nancy Pelosi Presses FCC to Ban Internet ‘Fast Lanes’
The House Minority Leader wants to give federal regulators sweeping new powers over Internet access.
Cybersecurity
Senator Demands Answers About iCloud Security Measures
Apple didn't comment on whether it plans to brief Sen. Jay Rockefeller's staff on the issue.
Modernization
Feds Crack Down on Google Over Kids' App Spending
The company will pay $19 million for failing to stop children's spending sprees.
Emerging Tech
FCC Chief: Comcast Is Wrong About Internet Competition
Tom Wheeler says Americans don't have real choices for Internet providers.
Digital Government
The Battle Over Government-Run Internet Heats Up at FCC
A Republican aide claims the federal agency can't overturn state restrictions.
Digital Government
TV Stations Sue FCC Over Plan to Auction Broadcast Licenses
The cell-phone industry hopes the lawsuit won't delay the auction of valuable airwaves.
Modernization
FCC Chief 'Deeply Troubled' by Verizon Plan to Slow Traffic
Tom Wheeler suggests the new policy may run afoul of net neutrality.
Modernization
Congress Passed a Cell-Phone Unlocking Bill. But It Won't Do Much.
It's a popular cause, but the legislation is mostly symbolic.
Digital Government
Reid Vows to Defend Net Neutrality From Republican Attacks
The letter could give the FCC political cover to enact tougher rules.
Digital Government
Did the White House Website Violate Its Own Privacy Rules?
A social-media firm used a new, persistent form of online tracking.
Digital Government
FCC Blames Net-Neutrality Glitch on Budget Woes
An onslaught of comments crashed the agency's website.
Digital Government
In Net-Neutrality Push, Democrats Aim to Make the Internet a Utility
The controversial move would give the FCC sweeping new powers over Internet providers.
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