The CLOUD Act’s Remedy for Microsoft-Ireland Has One Glaring Omission
The CLOUD Act lacks necessary safeguards and would threaten the privacy and human rights of Americans and internet users around the world.
Data & Transparency
OTI to FCC: Don’t Rip Broadband Away From Low-Income Americans
OTI filed comments with the FCC in response to the Commission’s proposal to essentially gut the Lifeline program.
San Francisco’s Blue Ribbon Panel on Municipal Fiber Releases Net Neutrality Report
The city of San Francisco’s Blue Ribbon Panel on Municipal Fiber released a report on net neutrality, digital privacy, and local control.
Skydiving Without a Parachute
The Clarifying Lawful Use of Overseas Data Act (CLOUD Act) was recently introduced in the Senate & House of Representatives.
The Promises—and Pitfalls—of Content Regulation in the Digital Age
Tech companies use content regulation to keep their platforms safe, but users remain in the dark about most of these practices.
“Smart” TVs Aren’t So Smart About Your Privacy
As everyday consumer appliances and devices are increasingly connected to the internet, concerns about privacy and security are mounting.
OTI Opposes the CLOUD Act
The CLOUD Act is intended to provide easier pathways both for the U.S. government to access electronic data held overseas.
1/29 FCC Reply Comments with Public Knowledge Opposing Changes to Citizens Broadband Radio Service Licensing Rules
FCC Filing
One Year In: Our Updated Progress Report on FCC Chairman Ajit Pai
We review Ajit Pai’s first year as chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.
OTI and Coalition Urge Supreme Court to Limit Government Access to Data Stored Outside U.S., Citing Privacy and Security Concerns
The case involves Microsoft’s challenge to a U.S. government warrant seeking the content of a customer’s emails that are held in Ireland.