FTC launches a research office devoted to tech issues
You may have noticed that a lot of the Federal Trade Commission's regulation revolves around technology, whether it's device privacy or less-than-honest phone carriers. The agency certainly has. It recently created the Office of Technology Research and Investigation, a division that will study everything from connected cars to internet security. It's a much bigger effort than the FTC's previous Mobile Technology Unit, and should help shape policies on everything digital. There aren't any guarantees that it'll change the FTC's tune on big issues -- it already has an established track record on mobile, for instance. Still, don't be surprised if the Commission makes more informed decisions that protect you from scams and other shady business practices in emerging tech.
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