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Twitter will fight misinformation in US midterms with notification changes
Twitter is reactivating its election integrity policy ahead of the 2022 US midterms, and it's upgrading its anti-misinformation features in the process.
US imposes sanctions on cryptocurrency mixer that allegedly laundered over $7 billion
The US has sanctioned Tornado Cash, a cryptocurrency mixer that reportedly helped North Korea launder stolen funds.
Senate passes sweeping climate-focused Inflation Reduction Act
After more than a year of infighting, President Joe Biden’s climate agenda has cleared a significant hurdle.
Apple reportedly tells suppliers to avoid 'Made in Taiwan' labels on shipments to China
Apple has reportedly warned Taiwanese suppliers to ensure shipments to China comply with a longstanding labeling regulation following House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s recent visit to Taipei.
FCC votes to boost manufacturing in space
The FCC has voted to support in-space manufacturing — this could help produce satellites and stations in orbit.
San Diego joins other cities in restricting cops' use of surveillance technology
San Diego has given final approval for a measure that will require oversight for surveillance tech like body cameras.
Taiwan's presidential website hit by cyberattack ahead of Nancy Pelosi's visit
Taiwanese presidential spokesperson Chang Tun-Han said a distributed denial-of-service attack took down the website early Tuesday evening.
Senate bill aims to restore net neutrality, including throttling safeguards
Senators have introduced a bill that would let the FCC reinstate net neutrality.
House passes CHIPS Act, preparing semiconductor bill to become law
The House has passed a key bill aimed at boosting US chip production.
Senate committee chair grills Apple, Google over protection against crypto app scams
A Senate committee chair has asked the CEOs of Apple and Google to explain what they do to fight crypto app fraud.
Senate deal would revive EV tax credits for GM, Tesla and Toyota
Senators have struck a deal that would bring EV tax credits back to GM, Tesla and Toyota, while also offering credits for used EVs.
Senate passes bill to boost US chip manufacturing
The Senate has passed the CHIPS and Science Act, a bill that promises to boost domestic chip production.
White House launches a website to help people cope with extreme heat
The White House has launched a website to help the public deal with extreme heat waves.
A Filipino politician wants to make ghosting a criminal offense
Dude, just go to therapy.
GM secures $2.5 billion government loan to build EV battery factories
GM is receiving a $2.5 billion government loan to help construct EV battery factories.
DHS begins criminal investigation over deleted Secret Service texts from January 6th
Homeland Security has opened a criminal investigation into the Secret Service deleting messages relating to the January 6th, 2021 Capitol riot.
Democratic lawmakers want federal regulators to track crypto mining energy use and emissions
Democratic lawmakers want federal regulators to require crypto miners to disclose their energy use
FCC chair proposes raising broadband standard to 100Mbps
The FCC chairwoman has proposed raising the national broadband standard to 100Mbps — the first increase since 2015.
Twitter sues India to challenge government order to block content
After more than a year of rising tensions over the country’s sweeping 2021 IT law, Twitter is suing India’s government.
European Union passes landmark laws to rein in big tech
The Digital Services and Markets Acts are designed to promote fair competition, tackle hate speech and prevent abuse of targeted advertising.