Apple Patent Victory is a Good Thing for the Tech Industry
Apple patents being upheld will force industry toward innovation and differentiation. That's a good thing. Patents not only protect the investments of innovators, they create incentives for the rest of [...]
Mobile App Education Resources for NTIA Stakeholders
In the discussions at Wednesday’s NTIA multistakeholder meeting, considerable time was spent hearing alternatives to the process outlined by the agency. There were a small number of participants who participated [...]
FCC’s Approval of Spectrum Acquisition is Good for App Developers
Last night, the FCC unanimously approved Verizon Wireless’s proposed purchase of unused spectrum owned by a consortium of cable companies. This is a very positive step to alleviate the looming [...]
DOJ Seizes App Piracy Domains
Three domains were seized yesterday for selling pirated mobile apps. ACT is pleased to see the Justice Department, in collaboration with French and Dutch officials, take this action to protect [...]
Patent Reform: A small step that could make a big difference
A few days ago, Rep. Peter DeFazio introduced the SHIELD Act, a new law that aims to deter frivolous patent infringement lawsuits. The bipartisan bill is co-sponsored by Rep. Jason [...]
ACT and FOSI Host Congressional Briefing: Apps, Ads, Kids & COPPA
The Association for Competitive Technology and the Family Online Safety Institute will host a panel discussion today to brief lawmakers, staff, and interested parties about the FTC's amended proposed changes [...]