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US FTC Sues Qualcomm Over Anti-Competitive Practices

After being hit hard by both Chinese and South Korean regulators over the past months, American firm Qualcomm is going under…

8 years ago

FTC Sues D-Link over Poor Hardware Security

The internet of things (IoT) is a security nightmare – just look at the recent DDoS attacks triggered by millions…

8 years ago

Uber Now Tracks Users Up to 5 Minutes After Ride Ends

Privacy advocates such as the Electronic Privacy Information Center have raised concern regarding the latest update for the Uber ride…

8 years ago

FTC Technologist Recommends Against Frequent Password Changes

When it comes to passwords, we are told many things. We are told to use at least a capital letter,…

8 years ago

CS:GO Skin Gambling Outs Streamers For Illegal Behavior

When it comes to online gaming there are several areas that prove to be almost dangerous to those involved. Firstly…

8 years ago

Even the FTC’s Chief Technologist Mobile Number Can be Hijacked

When it comes to identity theft, people can do all kinds of things. From having your card picked up on…

8 years ago

Amazon Could Be Billed For Childrens Unauthorized In-App Purchases

When it comes to "free" apps we've all had that experience where you get into a game or just a…

9 years ago

SilverPush is Actually Legal?!

Earlier this week we reported that the FTC was warning people about apps that used the SilverPush framework. The reason…

9 years ago

ASUS Agrees to Regular Security Audits

ASUS are a well-known brand for technology, creating everything from laptops to gaming mice. One thing people may not realise is…

9 years ago

Advertisers Tracking TV, PC & Mobile Use Through Inaudible Sounds

Free internet advocates the Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) have raised concerns with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that…

9 years ago

YouTuber Pockets £20,000 for Promoting Xbox One

A Federal Trade Commission investigation into publicity-for-pay allegations has revealed that one YouTube channel pocket nearly £20,000 for promoting the…

9 years ago

FTC About to Mail out 55 Thousand Checks Worth $1.9 Million

Multi-level marketing, or MLM for short, is an old scheme rarely used anymore because people aren't stupid enough to fall…

9 years ago

YouTube’s Toddler App Full of Disturbing Videos

Looking for videos on how to juggle chainsaws? Drink battery acid? How about My little Pony peadophilia jokes, or Bert and…

9 years ago

Comcast Attempt to Consume Time Warner Cable Fails

Comcast has at last given up on their attempt to merge with rival Time Warner Cable. Since the announcement of…

10 years ago

Google Accused of Suppressing Search Results and Stealing Content

Google has been accused of manipulating its search results to promote its own services, to the detriment of other businesses,…

10 years ago