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A variety of representatives from startups and small businesses say why they rely on open internet protections.
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OTI Dismayed at House Intelligence Committee’s Abdication of its Oversight Authority on Section 702
The House Intelligence Committee abdicated its responsibility to the public in its oversight of Section 702 reauthorization.
OTI Strongly Opposes House Intelligence Committee’s Bill to Expand All FISA Surveillance and Reauthorize Section 702
The House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence's bill will reauthorize and expand invasive surveillance law.
The FCC’s Net Neutrality Repeal is a Threat to Consumers, the Economy, and Internet Freedom
FCC Chairman Pai announced an Order that would repeal net neutrality rules.
OTI Welcomes Senate USA Liberty Act Which Significantly Improves Upon House Bill
The Senate USA Liberty Act provides a way forward for Congress to reauthorize Section 702 and increase protections for Americans' privacy.
FCC Passes Proposal That Would Destroy the Lifeline Program
More than just a subsidy, Lifeline is a critical program that offers families a pathway out of poverty.
What You Need to Know about Sinclair’s Takeover of Local Broadcasting
A pending merger between two of the largest broadcasting companies in the United States is threatening competition in the marketplace.
11/15 FCC Reply Comments on Mid-Band Spectrum Notice of Inquiry on Behalf of Broadband Access Coalition
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OTI’s Statement on the Vulnerabilities Equities Process Charter
Today, Rob Joyce, White House Cybersecurity Coordinator, released a new charter for the Vulnerability Equities Process (VEP).
A Blueprint for Optimism: Civil Society, Open Technology and Transnational Solidarity
An OTI fellow shares his experiences exploring technology issues in the public interest.
OTI Urges Additional Improvements to USA Liberty Act After House Judiciary Committee Markup
Today, the House Judiciary Committee approved the USA Liberty Act (H.R. 3989), its bill to reauthorize and reform Section 702.
OTI Urges House Judiciary Committee to Strengthen USA Liberty Act’s Reforms in Markup
As the House Judiciary Committee debates its bill to reauthorize and reform Section 702, OTI urges the committee to strengthen the bill.
Oakland County, Michigan Using Data and Maps to Help Understand and Combat the Opioid Epidemic
Counties are afraid that sharing data will paint certain communities in a bad light, but Oakland County sees this as a proactive step.
OTI and 44 Groups Send Coalition Letter Opposing Senate Intel’s Bill to Reauthorize and Expand Section 702 Surveillance
The bill would not enact any of the meaningful and reasonable reforms that Congress has been debating for years.
Open Technology Institute Publishes Model State Legislation for Broadband Privacy
New America’s Open Technology Institute publishes model legislation to aid states in improving privacy protections for broadband customers.