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New York wants to ban paying ransomware demands
By Anthony Spadafora published
Two bills have been introduced in the New York State Senate which would prevent local municipalities and governments from paying ransoms.

The war for encrypted data
By Morten Brøgger published
Wire's Morten Brøgger explains both sides of the debate around encryption to commemorate this year's Data Privacy Day.

Major self-driving car bill that would accelerate testing moves closer to law
By Parker Wilhelm published
Legislation to expedite the rise of driverless vehicles passes in the House of Representatives.

The FCC's proposed new net neutrality rules may let ISPs run amuck
By Nick Pino published
Net neutrality law is in for an unpleasant surprise come May 15.

EU tightens the regulatory net for digital companies
By Caspar Fox, Kate Brimsted published
Companies operating in the digital sector will need to be cautious as EU regulators swoop in

Senate approves 5 more years of warrantless wiretapping
By Luke Brown published
The FAA Sunsets Extension Act of 2012 has been approved by the Senate, granting authorities warrantless surveillance for five more years.
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