H.R. 3261, also known as SOPA has definitely been under scrutiny by the tech world. The concern is that SOPA could bring US internet censorship to dangerously draconian levels.
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Facebook Responding to Porn, Violent Images Appearing on News Feeds
A barrage of pornographic, disturbing and violent images have begun appearing on Facebook news feeds. Facebook has issued an official statement saying that they're addressing this issue.
Read More »Microsoft Offering Freebies to Bribe You to Use Internet Explorer 9
It looks like Microsoft is attempting to revive interest in their browser -- by offering you a bunch of free stuff in exchange for using it.
Read More »Google, eBay and Paypal Anticipating Lots of Mobile Phone Holiday Shopping
This holiday season many people will be purchasing with tablets, smartphones and other mobile devices -- and companies want to be prepared.
Read More »People Watch Video for 30% Longer on Tablets vs. Desktop Computers
According to a recent study, people watch videos for 30% longer on tablet PCs than they do on desktop computers.
Read More »Facebook Attempts Redesign to Get You to Click on Ads
A select few Facebook users are experiencing a slight modification of the Facebook homepage. Instead of the "news ticker" on the top right corner of the homepage, you might be seeing advertisements instead.
Read More »Amazon Introduces “Kindle Owners Lending Library”
Amazon has introduced the Kindle Owners Lending Library, giving Kindle owners the ability to "borrow" books for free that can be digitally downloaded onto any Kindle device.
Read More »Beluga Will Be Shut Down on November 11th
Much to the disappointment of its fans, group-messaging service Beluga will cease to exist on November 11th.
Read More »Google Publishes ‘Takedown’ Requests from US Government
Google has just published their "Transparency Report", which includes worldwide 'takedown requests' that they've received. What do you think US government officials have asked to be taken down?
Read More »US Lawmakers Could Pass Controversial Bill that Breaks the Internet
A controversial bill called "COICA" was in the spotlight last year, for its aggressive approach to internet censorship. Though it didn't pass, it's been revamped again this year, with a new name and even more potentially devastating internet restrictions.
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