Tech Policy & Regulation
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Immigration Agency Signs $25 Million Deal for Iris Biometrics
ICE awards $25 million iris scanning contract to Bi2 Technologies, expanding biometric surveillance and sparking privacy concerns.
Inside the SolarWinds Breach: Hackers Had Full Access to Treasury Systems
New details reveal Russian-linked hackers infiltrated Treasury email systems far deeper than previously known. The supply chain attack compromised thousands of government and private networks, exposing critical security gaps.
Public Opposition to AI Data Centers Grows as NIMBY Sentiment Spreads
A new survey shows Americans strongly oppose AI data centers near homes, citing noise, energy use and property value concerns. The backlash challenges Big Tech’s expansion plans.
Ansel Adams Trust Alleges Unauthorized AI Colorization at Major Photo Show
The Ansel Adams Trust says an AI-colorized 'Moonrise, Hernandez' was displayed without permission at AIPAD's photography expo, sparking a debate over AI and copyright.
Pope Francis unveils 'Magnifica Humanitas' to protect human dignity in AI development
Pope Francis launches an academic foundation called 'Magnifica Humanitas' to ensure AI development respects human dignity and moral values.
EU Court Case Tests Apple’s Grip on Interoperability
FSFE files a second intervention against Apple at the European Court of Justice, arguing the company must open its ecosystem under the Digital Markets Act.
Google Calls Search Monopoly Ruling Flawed in Appeal, Says It Won Fairly
Google appeals its search monopoly ruling, arguing the decision overstepped legal bounds. The company says it won market position through fair competition.
AT&T Sues California Over $1B Cost of Aging Copper Network
AT&T sues California to end its obligation to provide landline service, arguing the network costs $1B annually and serves only 3% of households.
European police shut down VPN used by cybercriminals
Europol and Eurojust led a multinational operation to take down 'First VPN,' a service accused of helping ransomware and fraud attackers evade detection.
Google to Pay $135 Million Over Android Data Tracking
Google will pay $135 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging it tracked Android users without consent. Millions of users who had an Android phone after 2017 may be eligible for up to $100.
France Leads EU's Charge Away From US Tech Giants
France is replacing Zoom and Microsoft Teams with homegrown tools, and other EU countries are following. The Trump-era push for digital sovereignty is reshaping Europe's tech landscape.
AI-Driven Cyber Discovery Pushes UK Banks Toward Systemic Risk
UK banks face new systemic cyber risks as AI accelerates vulnerability discovery, threatening financial stability.
US Government Takes $2B Equity Stakes in IBM and Quantum Computing Firms
The US government acquires $2 billion in equity stakes in quantum computing companies, including IBM, marking a new era of public-private investment in critical technology.
The Case Against AI Skepticism Is Weaker Than You Think
A growing backlash against AI is not just noise. It reflects real concerns about control, labor and culture that the tech industry ignores at its peril.
AI Critics Call Training Data Practices 'Unauthorized Plagiarism at Scale'
A rising number of critics argue generative AI systems rely on unauthorized copying of copyrighted work, amounting to plagiarism at unprecedented scale. The debate intensifies as lawsuits mount and regulators weigh new rules for training data.
Union Avoidance Spending by US Employers Tops $1.5 Billion Annually
US employers spend more than $1.5 billion yearly on union avoidance activities, a report finds, raising questions about labor policy and worker rights.
AI-Generated Content Floods Social Media Platforms
AI-generated content floods social media platforms challenging moderation systems and raising concerns about online authenticity.
Pentagon Reportedly Pursues Weaponized AI Models, Raising Ethical Concerns
Pentagon plans to weaponize advanced AI models, including Anthropic's Claude Mythos Preview, despite supply chain risks. The move signals a major shift in military cyber strategy.
Anthropic and OpenAI Take Rivalry to Midterm Elections
The AI companies are escalating their feud into political spending for the midterms, signaling a new era of tech influence in elections.