Modernization
Senator blasts AT&T over early termination fees for smart phones
An increase in the charge provides another example of why Congress and the Federal Communications Commission need to intervene to protect consumers, Sen. Amy Klobuchar said.
Digital Government
Senator wants answers on Google Wi-Fi data collection
"This data-gathering raises serious privacy concerns," Sen. Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., wrote to Google Chief Executive Officer Eric Schmidt.
Digital Government
House Republicans block research bill for federal science agencies
Bill failed to garner the two-thirds vote required, 261-148.
Cybersecurity
Private, government experts wary about cybersecurity
The poll, conducted April 19-26 for the nonpartisan think tank the EastWest Institute, surveyed 137 security experts, 34 government officials and 103 private sector security experts.
Digital Government
House panel starts work on bill aiming to develop science agencies, innovation
The bill would reauthorize the 2007 America COMPETES Act for five years and would authorize about $82 billion in funding for the bill's programs.
Digital Government
LaHood, American Idol winner team up against texting and driving
Texting and other driver distractions contribute to a quarter of all police-related traffic crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Digital Government
Groups urge FTC probe of new ad practices
Data and advertising exchanges are at issue.
Digital Government
Cable industry CEO tops salary survey
President and CEO of the National Cable and Telecommunications Association made over $2.4 million last year.
Cybersecurity
Lawmaker urges support for Global Online Freedom Act
Bill currently has nine bipartisan cosponsors.
Digital Government
Transportation secretary unveils sample texting bill for states
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood on Monday released sample state legislation to help states in crafting laws that would prohibit text messaging while driving.
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