European Commission launches consultation on cyber security
The Register reports that “[t]he European Commission has launched a consultation on how it can strengthen the European Union's response to computer attacks. The Commission is canvassing views ahead of [...]
When your computer stops working, do you think you can fix it? Then you’re probably a guy between the ages of 18 – 29.
CNetNews.com reports on an interesting study conducted by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project which shows that “[w]hen faced with a technology breakdown, levels of optimism and [...]
R.I.P Valleywag
The Los Angeles Times reveals that “[n]early three years after launching [Silicon Valley gossip site] Valleywag, blog magnate Nick Denton has decided to fold the site into Gawker, which covers [...]
EU SMEs call for Community Patent and effective Alternative Dispute Resolution and Mediation mechanisms
“Let’s make the IPR system more effective, more accessible, and more affordable for SMEs.” That was the resounding message by both SME participants and European Commission officials at a conference [...]
Bush administration set to finalize regulations enforcing Internet gambling prohibition
Yahoo!Tech reports that “[t]he Bush administration is moving in its last weeks to finalize regulations to enforce a controversial law that seeks to block Internet gambling. The move is drawing [...]
Pakistan establishes death penalty for certain acts of cyber crime
According to the Register, “Pakistan has enacted hard-line cybercrime laws that establish the death penalty for cyber-terrorism offences that lead to the death of victims. The law stipulates that ‘Whoever [...]