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An 'Xbox handheld' isn't just likely. For Microsoft, it's absolutely necessary.

Rumors are swirling that PlayStation is building a gaming handheld, referred to as the "PS Vita 2." Here's why I believe you can bet that the PS Vita 2 rumors are true, and that Xbox is also going to follow suit.

Windows Central

FTC probe drugmakers’ patent thickets

The Federal Trade Commission has challenged more than 100 patents drugmakers listed in the FDA’s “Orange Book"

Salon

Mark Zuckerberg's Apologies: Facebook's Privacy Blunders and Controversies

Explore the history of Mark Zuckerberg's public apologies, from Facebook's privacy controversies to mishandled crises, and the importance of accountability.

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The FTC and national security

Cybertoonz gives the Commission a right of reply

Reason

iRobot Lays Off 350 Employees as Amazon Kills Merger Elizabeth Warren Opposed

The robot vacuum company is based in Massachusetts, meaning some of the terminated employees are likely Warren's constituents.

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FTC Launches Inquiry into Generative AI Investments and Partnerships

The agency is seeking information from Alphabet, Amazon, Anthropic PBC, Microsoft, and OpenAI as part of the inquiry

TV Tech

FTC to investigate deals made by Google, Amazon, and Microsoft with AI start-ups

FTC has reportedly launched an inquiry into the deals made by big tech with AI start-up companies.

Android Central

US Regulator Launches Probe Into Tech Giants' AI Investments

A top US antitrust regulator said it was launching an inquiry Thursday about investments made by Microsoft, Google and Amazon into generative AI startups OpenAI and Anthropic.

International Business Times

Is TurboTax Really Free? FTC Clamps Down On Deceptive Advertising Practices

The FTC has barred Intuit from advertising its services as "free" unless they are genuinely free for all customers or if eligibility is explicitly disclosed.

International Business Times

Martin Shkreli ban from pharmaceutical industry upheld by US court

New York federal appeals court rules ‘pharma bro’, 40, who went to prison for fraud, cannot return to pharmaceutical industry

The Guardian - US

The FTC bars TurboTax maker Intuit from advertising 'deceptive' free services

Regulators say the company advertised "free" tax filing products and services that many Americans were ineligible for. Intuit called the opinion "deeply flawed."

WEKU

Intuit told to stop promoting "free" software unless everyone can actually use them

TurboTax maker Intuit has been found guilty of misleading advertising; told to revise ads for “free” products and services.

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High Court, High Stakes for Cybersecurity

Episode 488 of the Cyberlaw Podcast

Windows Central

Embracer Group is showcasing the dangers of irresponsible consolidation

Embracer Group has repeatedly closed studios and laid off employees since it fell on hard times in May of 2023.

Motor1

Government Pauses Ban On Shady Dealership Upcharges

The ban on shady sales tactics was supposed to take effect July 30th, but dealerships protested, and now it's delayed indefinitely.

Reason

Cyberwar continues to underperform

Episode 487 of the Cyberlaw Podcast

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‘Simple’ Scam Messages May Fool Even The Most Discerning Eye — What to Know

Scams are becoming more difficult to spot, so if a 'friend' sends a text asking for a favor, it may be wise to think twice, report says.

Tech&Learning

The FTC Is Proposing Updates to COPPA. Here’s What You Need To Know

COPPA is more than 20 years old and long overdue for an update to better protect students and their data

The Conversation

Data brokers know everything about you – what FTC case against ad tech giant Kochava reveals

Kochava, the self-proclaimed industry leader in mobile app data analytics, is locked in a legal battle with the Federal Trade Commission in a case that could lead to big changes in the global data marketplace and in Congress’ approach to artificial intelligence and data privacy.

Kiplinger

Federal Agencies Finalize Antitrust Guidelines: The Kiplinger Letter

What new antitrust guidelines by the Justice Department and FTC mean for mergers and acquisitions,

Salon

A big win on abortion privacy

"Destroy all location data": FTC head Lina Khan takes on data brokers with groundbreaking medical tracking ban

The Independent UK

Biden administration bans company from tracking medical visits

The move comes as part of the government’s emphatic effort to protect patient privacy after the fall of Roe v Wade

Reason

Triangulating Apple

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