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Expedia hit with antitrust class action over algorithm pricing schemeA class of consumers claim the massive online travel agency has forced hotels to raise prices across platforms, impacting even consumers who don't use Expedia.

Courthouse News Service12h agoWhole story →

In Pennsylvania, the epicenter of online gambling, bettors with addiction beg lawmakers to act“The casino itself has expanded basically into infinity,” a UCLA addiction expert said.

The Philadelphia Inquirer2d agoWhole story →

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FCC considering changes, possibly ending, program that offers discounted internet to schools, librariesA federal program that has paid out billions of dollars to local schools and libraries to offset the cost of internet service is in danger of being curtailed or even eliminated, leaving district administrators and library officials concerned about how they would bridge the financial gap. The E-Rate program, overseen

Pittsburgh Tribune-Review2d agoWhole story →

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Inside the eight-figure plan to build data centers despite moratoriumsAcross the country, ordinary citizens are telling the data center industry a resounding NO, and the industry has answered with a war chest of its own. OpenAI, Blackstone, SoftBank and QTS have joined major construction unions to form the American Infrastructure Alliance. This “high eight-figure campaign” is designed to steer lawmakers away from…

Natural News6d agoWhole story →

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Walmart says it's not using personal information to set prices as it expands digital shelf labelsWalmart is aiming to assuage customers' fears about its new pricing technology as it rolls out digital price labels at its stores. In a statement posted online, Walmart Inc.’s CEO John Furner vowed that the Bentonville, Arkansas-based retailer isn’t using personal information like income, shopping history or a shopper’s willingness to pay to set prices…

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution9d agoWhole story →

Department Of Homeland Security Claims Rent Prices Are Falling Because Of ICE Raids.The federal department claimed on social media that tougher immigration enforcement was responsible for reduced rental costs in Texas, Florida, Arizona and elsewhere.

International Business Times10d agoWhole story →

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Residents of largest city in northern Ethiopia express fear after eruption of fightingResidents of northern Ethiopia's largest city are living in fear as renewed fighting erupts between federal troops and rebels. Many are reportedly trying to flee to other provinces. Internet service has been disrupted, and roads connecting Tigray with Afar have been closed to civilian traffic. The renewed conflict shatters a 2022 peace agreement that…

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution11d agoWhole story →

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One-year ban on new data center construction in Chicago proposedChicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is proposing a one-year moratorium on any new data center construction in order to come up with new regulations.

NBC 5 Chicago12d agoWhole story →

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It's Not a Bug, It's the DefaultThe Federal Trade Commission has confirmed that companies routinely use personal data to set individualized prices for online consumers, with pricing signals drawn from location, browsing history, device information, and credit background.

Gizmodo13d agoWhole story →

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Texas candidate's racist post shows what's wrong with politicsThe bigoted Bo French is running for railroad commissioner. His racist social media post drew scathing condemnation, though not from Gov. Greg Abbott or the ethically bankrupt Senate nominee Ken Paxton.

Los Angeles Times16d agoWhole story →

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Tuberville sponsors bill to shield ratepayers from data center costsPresident Donald Trump signed a similar pledge and got major technology companies to commit to cover the full cost of the energy and infrastructure needed for new data centers.

AL.com19d agoWhole story →

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CLARITY Act Stalls In Senate As Crypto Ethics Fight DeepensKey Takeaways Senate Democrats opposed advancing the CLARITY Act after arguing its ethics protections are too narrow. Republicans added restrictions on officials profiting from digital assets, including divestment or blind-trust requirements for certain crypto-company interests. The broader bill could create clearer federal rules for cryptocurrency…

USA Herald20d agoWhole story →

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Texas lawmakers consider action against sports prediction marketsA certain kind of online wagering is drawing scrutiny from Texas lawmakers. They are now considering whether the state should take action against prediction markets.

FOX 4 News20d agoWhole story →

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Kia Boyz Insurers Lawsuits Cleared to Proceed After Appeals Court ReversalSometimes a viral internet trend leaves behind more than just embarrassing headlines — it leaves behind a billion-dollar mess. American insurers can now sue South Korean automakers over payouts tied to thousands of stolen Kias and Hyundais, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Monday, directing a federal judge in Santa Ana to reopen Kia Boyz…

USA Herald20d agoWhole story →

JCPenney credit card identity theft scheme leads to prison sentences for North Texas womenThree North Texas women face federal prison and probation after pleading guilty to an identity theft scheme using JCPenney credit cards to purchase and resell merchandise on social media.

FOX 4 News22d agoWhole story →

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Black Axe members face federal charges in N.J. romance scam caseThe members of the organized crime group are accused of participating in widespread internet fraud involving romance scams targeting U.S. victims.

NJ.com22d agoWhole story →

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Your internet bill is subsidizing Big Tech’s bottom lineBig Tech profits from broadband networks while consumers foot the bill. Congress must fix the USF so tech platforms pay their way.

Washington Examiner22d agoWhole story →

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Schools, libraries sound alarm over potential changes to federal internet programIn June, the FCC announced it would be exploring changes to the E-Rate program.

San Diego Union-Tribune24d agoWhole story →

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US FCC proposes to open more spectrum for space-based wireless serviceThe Federal Communications Commission said on Tuesday it is moving to open more wireless spectrum for ‌space-based broadband service.

Reuters28d agoWhole story →

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