Federal agencies should reach an agreement over 5G power levels that puts public safety first.
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FTC approves $5 billion settlement with Facebook over privacy practices
The deal could result in broad consequences, including Facebook having to keep closer watch over third-party apps, and more government oversight.
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Maine public advocate: T-Mobile merger, NECEC corridor would help fix our state’s broadband crisis
Both New T-Mobile and New England Clean Energy Connect have made committed to improving rural internet access.
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture, Local & State, Politics
Gov. Mills signs nation’s strictest internet privacy protection bill
A legal challenge is expected to the law, which will prevent internet service providers from selling or sharing customers’ personal information without permission.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
Lawmakers move to pass nation’s strictest internet privacy law
The Maine House follows the Senate in supporting a bill that would prohibit internet service providers from selling customers’ data without their consent.
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Commentary: Maine should have single set of rules governing online privacy
L.D. 946 covers only internet service providers, leaving customers’ data open to exploitation by search engines and social media.