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Eric Null, Co-Director of the Privacy & Data Project at the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT), gave a testimony at a hearing of the Joint Committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet, and Cybersecurity in Massachusetts.

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Digital rights frameworks needed for protection of gender-diverse communities

In recent months, the polarizing debates surrounding gender identity and expression have taken center stage in U.S. political discourse.

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USCIS plans social media screening for antisemitism in immigration decisions

Last week, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced its intention to implement routine screening of applicants’ social media activity for signs of alleged antisemitism.

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CDT urges House to address warrantless surveillance loopholes

The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance held a hearing on April 8 to discuss issues related to warrantless government surveillance.

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Cities and counties advance AI governance with new policies and guidelines

City and county governments across the United States are progressively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their public service operations, encompassing areas like transportation, healthcare, and law enforcement.

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Emerging filmmakers push creative limits with iPhone 16 Pro Max in MAMI program

Writer, director, and actor Konkona Sen Sharma emphasizes the importance of courage in filmmaking, irrespective of technological advancements.

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ITIF opposes Trump's request to revoke CBS license

Following President Trump's request for the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to revoke CBS's broadcast license and impose "maximum fines and punishment," the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF) has expressed opposition.

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Apple announces Global Close Your Rings Day for Apple Watch users

Apple has announced an initiative to encourage Apple Watch users to close their Activity rings on April 24 in celebration of Global Close Your Rings Day.

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Survey indicates concerns over breaking up U.S. tech companies and international AI competition

TechNet, in collaboration with Echelon Insights, has published a survey unveiling key perceptions among Americans regarding the impact of breaking up major U.S. tech companies.

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Meta to train AI using public content from EU users

Meta has announced plans to utilize public content — such as posts and comments — from adults on its platforms in the European Union to train its artificial intelligence models.

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Report urges US policy shift to support small modular reactors

Small modular reactors (SMRs) are seen as the key to expanding nuclear power in the U.S., according to a recent report by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF).

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FTC's lawsuit against Meta enters trial over Instagram and WhatsApp acquisitions

By Business Daily | Apr 13, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to begin a trial on Monday, April 14, challenging Meta over its past acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp.

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New members join Meta board for strategic leadership

Meta is set to expand its board of directors with the addition of Patrick Collison and Dina Powell McCormick, effective April 15.

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Coalition advocates for secure and accessible digital ID systems

The transition from traditional ID cards to digital IDs has begun, with fourteen U.S. states having adopted these digital credentials and others exploring their feasibility.

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FTC begins trial on Meta's Instagram and WhatsApp acquisitions

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to commence legal proceedings against Meta Platforms, formerly known as Facebook, on Monday.

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IBM schedules webcast to discuss first-quarter 2025 financial results

IBM has announced that it will discuss its first-quarter 2025 financial results during a conference call scheduled for Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET.

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IBM unveils z17 mainframe engineered for AI integration