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May 18, 2010

14:42

FTC probes privacy concerns with digital copiers

The Federal Trade Commission said it is reviewing concerns that digital copy machines were retaining sensitive information and is reaching out to retailers and government agencies to safeguard users' private data. read more

14:38

IG: Poor controls over access to IRS portal put taxpayer data at risk

The Internal Revenue Service failed to implement adequate security measures to protect sensitive data that tax professionals entered into a Web portal, according to an inspector general report released on Monday. read more

14:34

In a health crisis, it's public radio to the rescue

In the aftermath of January's devastating earthquake in Haiti, rapid communication was critical to the rescue and aid efforts. One of the key links in the response was an obscure radio network designed to carry messages when traditional communications infrastructure has been wiped out. read more

07:27

In Russia, Journalists Face Blatant Attacks

After reporting rampant corruption in Khimki, a Moscow suburb, Mikhail Beketov was beaten. In retrospect, the violence was an omen. read more

07:24

Filmmakers Tread Softly on Early Release to Cable

A little over a week ago, the movie business got its eagerly sought permission to activate technology to protect new releases from being copied if they were sold through video-on-demand systems before being issued on DVD. Now comes the hard part: finding a studio brave enough to risk war with theater owners by trying it. read more

07:22

Google set for probes on data harvesting

Authorities on both sides of the Atlantic on Monday moved towards investigating Google following the Internet group's disclosure that it had recorded communications sent over unsecured wireless networks in people's homes. read more

07:21

Facebook needs to break its cycle of backlash

The only surprise about the stunning level of vitriol Facebook's recent changes have sparked is that, once again, Facebook is surprised. read more

07:19

Tech leaps back into M&A biz

After a recession-induced lull, the tech industry is back playing a familiar game: Let's Make A Deal. read more

07:18

Google buys Norwegian audio-video tech provider

Google is buying Oslo-listed Global IP Solutions for $68 million to build its real-time audio and video Internet capabilities. read more

07:17

NBC, Affiliates Work Toward Long-Term Commitment

Some 182 NBC affiliates met with the network in New York Monday (May 17) following NBC's upfront presentation. read more

07:15

Broadcasters Weigh In on FCC's 2007 Media Ownership Rule Revision

Broadcasters and media consolidation opponents weighed in Monday (May 17) with an earful for the Third Circuit Court of Appeals on the FCC's 2007 media ownership rule revise. read more

07:14

Oil Spill Tops the Kagan Nomination

07:13

Israel Roiled After Chomsky Barred From West Bank

May 17, 2010

20:04

Senate votes on bill to preserve FTC powers

20:03

Help the FCC Launch the Accessibility and Innovation Forum

20:00

NBC Teams With MMTC To Identify Buyer for KWHY

19:57

Phoenix Mayor Blames Immigration Law Partly On Absence Of Fairness Doctrine

19:55

Report Highlights Tech's Growing Role In Europe

19:53

AT&T & Verizon's Future Is in Your Fridge

19:49

Women Seek Online Communities To Validate Purchases