FCC Picks Worst Day Possible to Block Rules Protecting Personal Info

Until today, March 2 marked the date that internet service providers would be required to adopt “reasonable” measures to protect sensitive customer info like browsing histories, location data and Social Security numbers. Thanks to the FCC’s new leadership, however, that deadline will now be extended indefinitely, and we have no idea if or when those rules will be enacted.

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SCOTUS Ruling Won't Stop Social Media Misinformation — But It's a Start

The decision will permit the government to call on tech companies to remove falsehoods — which could be critical in the run-up to the presidential election.
Surprise! The Latest 'Comprehensive' U.S. Privacy Bill Is Doomed

Federal lawmakers pulled from consideration a privacy bill that legal experts contend has little hope of protecting anyone’s privacy.
Massachusetts Lawmakers Eye Revival of Panel to Help Struggling Journalism Industry

“It’s crucial that lawmakers keep a core question in mind: Will Massachusetts invest in a new, sustainable future for local news?” said Free Press Action’s Candace Clement.

SCOTUS Ruling Won't Stop Social Media Misinformation — But It's a Start

Surprise! The Latest 'Comprehensive' U.S. Privacy Bill Is Doomed

Massachusetts Lawmakers Eye Revival of Panel to Help Struggling Journalism Industry