Emerging Tech
Democratic lawmakers praise Internet freedom platform
Democratic lawmakers are praising language in their newly approved party platform that calls for protections for an open and free Internet.
Cybersecurity
Hackers allegedly hold Romney tax returns for ransom
The records were reportedly stolen during a break-in at an office in Franklin, Tennessee.
Cybersecurity
Clinton, Chinese officials eye cooperation to strengthen cybersecurity, prevent IP theft
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi expressed interest in working together on problems that have complicated the relationship between the two plugged-in countries.
Emerging Tech
'Internet freedom' touted by both parties
They oppose proposals that would give the United Nations a greater role in running the Internet.
Digital Government
Former cybersecurity czar urges Obama to issue executive order to protect networks
Howard Schmidt says "the president has a few options that he can move on.”
Digital Government
Porn exec on GOP's 'family-friendly' platform: 'Sex is everywhere'
Vivid official says "Conservatives should be careful who they target, since it's likely to be fellow conservatives."
Emerging Tech
New tool for hurricane trackers: drones
NASA and NOAA researchers hope pair of military-surplus Global Hawks provide new insight into storms.
Emerging Tech
GOP platform blasts Obama on tech policy
Industry needs "more modern relationship with federal government," Republicans say.
Modernization
FAA revisits mobile electronic devices on aircraft
Current FCC regulations require aircraft operators to determine whether interference from a given mobile electronic devices could cause safety risks before allowing such devices to be used.
Digital Government
Obama faces delicate decisions as cyberattack fears rise
Experts urge action, but the politics of cybersecurity can be tricky.
Digital Government
Tech firms seek Internet freedom planks on party platforms
The Telecommunications Industry Association want the two political parties to take official stances on the matter as well.
Modernization
ACLU sues for FBI GPS tracking guidelines
Group asks the department to immediately release memos detailing bureau use of GPS technology.
Digital Government
Officials: United Nations Internet regulation is not a conspiracy
U.S. officials say there are no “web-snatching black helicopters.”
Modernization
FCC chairman lobbies Pentagon for more spectrum
Genachowski has made it one of his signature goals to "unleash" more spectrum for mobile broadband and manage Pentagon spectrum expectations.
Digital Government
House unanimously approves U.N. Internet resolution
Bono Mack says the plan helps plan "the future of the Internet."
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity bill fails to advance in Senate
The cloture vote to end debate on the bill was 52-46, with 60 votes needed to advance the measure.
Cybersecurity
Chances dwindle for senate cybersecurity bill
Few republicans appeared ready to agree on several amendments.
Digital Government
Appeals court rejects broadcasters' bid to block FCC disclosure rules
The National Association of Broadcasters say they are disappointed in the ruling.
Cybersecurity
Senate to debate cybersecurity bill next week
The White House endorsed the Cybersecurity Act on Thursday.
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