Across the globe, lawmakers are belatedly moving to regulate the companies that manage the internet. These efforts vary widely, in terms of both intent and mechanism. Antitrust efforts aim to limit the power of gargantuan companies and improve competition. Regulations targeting specific types of harmful content—child sexual material, terrorist propaganda, […]
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Democrats propose foundation to boost digital equity efforts
Happy Thursday! If you or a lawmaker you know met with Apple CEO Tim Cook yesterday, you know where to find me: [email protected]. Below: A California bill could get challenged by the tech industry, and a European court upholds a $4 billion antitrust fine against Google. First: Democrats propose foundation […]
Five Ways Boards and Associations Can Address Online Threats
In an era of rapid innovation, organizations and associations are vulnerable to more avenues for cybersecurity threats than ever. The boardroom is no exception. Jeff Middlesworth, CEO of Boardable, explains why an organization’s governing body must now rely on virtual meetings and document exchanges to enhance board management. Since data […]
How China became big business for Twitter
Local govts, state media buy Twitter ads for global audience -documents, data China now one of Twitter’s largest non-U.S. revenue streams -sources Sales teams courted local govts amid exemption from Twitter ban on some state media ads -sources China operations triggered internal tensions among Twitter teams -sources Exemption rescinded in […]
What’s In Store for the Future of Social Media?
What’s ahead for social media? Will it continue to own our brains and sway us to make purchases? Or will technology allow more freedoms? Social media has transformed from a tool to keep in touch with your friends to a mind-reading app. When you think of a product or service, […]
Launch House, a tech startup incubator, sold entrepreneurs on the promise of community
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The people here are young and friendly and full of hope. And why shouldn’t they be? For one month, they get to live in a mansion in Beverly Hills (Zillow estimate: $12.9 million). It’s not just any mansion, but the one where Paris Hilton used to live, with a precious […]