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U.S. officials urge ICANN to slow down on its web-domain program

The plan calls for new domains that reflect brands, but which will be costly.

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Facebook promises stronger privacy protections

The social network says it will seek consumers’ permission before sharing their data.

Posted 11/29/2011Allison EnrightPost a comment

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Facebook faces a new round of privacy concerns

Federal lawmakers and privacy groups want the FTC to investigate the social network.

Posted 09/30/2011Zak Stambor1 comments

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Target.com draws the ire of environmentalists over online appliance labels

Target says it’s adding legally required EnergyGuide information to TVs and appliances.

Posted 09/23/2011Allison EnrightPost a comment

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A consumer advocacy group calls for federal action on web advertising

Consumer Watchdog slams ad industry’s self-regulation effort.

Posted 08/29/2011Thad RueterPost a comment

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Online retailers face stricter energy-use labeling rules for TVs

The Federal Trade Commission recently beefed up its Appliance Labeling Rule.

Posted 07/25/2011Allison EnrightPost a comment

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Facebook modifies its currency rules after a consumer group complains

The change focuses on the prices social game developers can charge for virtual goods.

Posted 07/08/2011Allison EnrightPost a comment

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Facebook faces antitrust pressure for promoting its new virtual currency

Consumer Watchdog calls for a federal investigation into Facebook Credits.

Posted 06/29/2011Thad Rueter1 comments

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Google’s search and ad services become the target of a U.S. antitrust investigation

The Federal Trade Commission issues a subpoena to the search engine giant.

Posted 06/24/2011Thad RueterPost a comment

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Federal lawmakers eye stronger online privacy protections

One bill before Congress focuses on online and mobile protections for minors.

Posted 05/09/2011Allison EnrightPost a comment