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T-Mobile Tweaks Its ‘Binge On’ Video Data Plan, and YouTube Signs OnT-Mobile Tweaks Its ‘Binge On’ Video Data Plan, and YouTube Signs On
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Remember when John Legere called “bullshit” on the world’s largest video service in January? That was then.

By Peter Kafka
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Watch: John Oliver clearly explains the complicated fight between Apple and the FBIWatch: John Oliver clearly explains the complicated fight between Apple and the FBI
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For the past few weeks, Apple has been locked in a tense battle with the FBI over a dead terrorist suspect’s phone. But the fight is fairly complicated.

By German Lopez
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Security Flaws Found (And Fixed) in Cruz Campaign AppSecurity Flaws Found (And Fixed) in Cruz Campaign App
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The app has been updated to address the vulnerabilities.

By Dawn Chmielewski
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Understanding the FCC’s Move to Protect Broadband Users’ PrivacyUnderstanding the FCC’s Move to Protect Broadband Users’ Privacy
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Tom Wheeler has proposed rules to require broadband providers to get consent from customers before making use of most types of data.

By Ina Fried
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It’s Your Data: Empowering Consumers to Protect Their Privacy on Broadband NetworksIt’s Your Data: Empowering Consumers to Protect Their Privacy on Broadband Networks
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Do you know where your information is?

By Tom Wheeler
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Our Phones Are Not Just ConfessionalsOur Phones Are Not Just Confessionals
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They are portable, personal data stores, and it is as that access to them is being sought.

By Ahmed Amer
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Everything You Need to Know About Apple vs. the FBI, ExplainedEverything You Need to Know About Apple vs. the FBI, Explained
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Your questions about the case answered on “Too Embarrassed to Ask.”

By Eric Johnson
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Security Researcher Finds Security Bug in Android Phones Distributed at Security ConferenceSecurity Researcher Finds Security Bug in Android Phones Distributed at Security Conference
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It’s like raaaaain on your wedding day.

By Mark Bergen
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Alphabet’s Eric Schmidt to Lead Pentagon Board to Make Defense Department Tech SavvierAlphabet’s Eric Schmidt to Lead Pentagon Board to Make Defense Department Tech Savvier
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The Pentagon extends an olive branch to Silicon Valley.

By Mark Bergen
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Apple, FBI Face Off in Testimony Today (Watch)Apple, FBI Face Off in Testimony Today (Watch)
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FBI Director James Comey and Apple General Counsel Bruce Sewell are expected to testify on encryption.

By Dawn Chmielewski
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U.S., EU Release Details on Data Transfer AgreementU.S., EU Release Details on Data Transfer Agreement
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The agreement places tighter restrictions on how American intelligence agencies can access data on European citizens.

By Amar Toor
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How Much Does Your ISP Know About You? Less Than You Might Think.How Much Does Your ISP Know About You? Less Than You Might Think.
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A new study concludes Internet service provider’s access to consumer data is limited and often less than others see.

By Dawn Chmielewski
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Effective Regulators, Effective Privacy ChoicesEffective Regulators, Effective Privacy Choices
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What choices do consumers have if they don’t want to be tracked across devices?

By Jules Polonetsky
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Re/wind: Apple and the FBI Go to War Over the Right to Look Inside Your PhoneRe/wind: Apple and the FBI Go to War Over the Right to Look Inside Your Phone
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A rundown of the week’s Apple-FBI headlines.

By Noah Kulwin
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Apple’s Tim Cook’s Newest Argument on Encryption -- Not Just Privacy, It’s About SafetyApple’s Tim Cook’s Newest Argument on Encryption -- Not Just Privacy, It’s About Safety
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As lawyers prepare to file a response in court, Cook offers a plainspoken defense on ABC’s “World News Tonight.”

By Dawn Chmielewski
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Can You Put a Face to Big Data?Can You Put a Face to Big Data?
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Read the blurbs! Page through the coffee-table book! Watch the documentary!

By Tim Bajarin
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Here’s What Steve Jobs Had to Say About Apple and Privacy in 2010Here’s What Steve Jobs Had to Say About Apple and Privacy in 2010
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“A lot of people in the Valley think we’re really old-fashioned about this,” the former CEO said at the D8 conference.

By Mark Bergen
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Why Apple and the FBI are fighting over access to the San Bernardino shooter’s phoneWhy Apple and the FBI are fighting over access to the San Bernardino shooter’s phone
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The FBI wants Apple to help solve one of the biggest mysteries of the December attack. Apple says doing so could eventually endanger all its customers.

By Libby Nelson
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What America Eats on Valentine’s DayWhat America Eats on Valentine’s Day
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The top food orders for couples and singles on February 14.

By Vince Dixon
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Did Airbnb Purge Potentially Illegal NYC Listings Ahead of Its Own Data Dump?Did Airbnb Purge Potentially Illegal NYC Listings Ahead of Its Own Data Dump?
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Inside the charges made by a pair of researchers.

By Noah Kulwin
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U.S. and Europe Agree to Shield Data From Mass SurveillanceU.S. and Europe Agree to Shield Data From Mass Surveillance
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A replacement for the Safe Harbor agreement that was struck down by a European court last year.

By Ashley Carman
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Nick Denton Says Facebook Is the Boss, and Gawker Will Fall in LineNick Denton Says Facebook Is the Boss, and Gawker Will Fall in Line
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Also: Is that Hulk Hogan lawsuit actually a blessing in disguise?

By Eric Johnson
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Martin O’Malley: Whether Front Door or Back Door, Government Needs a WarrantMartin O’Malley: Whether Front Door or Back Door, Government Needs a Warrant
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Hillary Clinton applauds meeting between Obama Administration officials and Silicon Valley executives.

By Dawn Chmielewski
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EU Antitrust Chief Suggests Big Data Could Be Next Target in CrosshairsEU Antitrust Chief Suggests Big Data Could Be Next Target in Crosshairs
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Is big data next after Google?

By Mark Bergen
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Former Tinder CEO Payne Moves to DoorDash as COOFormer Tinder CEO Payne Moves to DoorDash as COO
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DoorDash was founded in 2013 and since then there has been a rush into the restaurant delivery space, including by rivals Postmates and Caviar.

By Kara Swisher
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Facebook, Microsoft and Google Say U.K. Spying Laws Are ‘Step in the Wrong Direction’Facebook, Microsoft and Google Say U.K. Spying Laws Are ‘Step in the Wrong Direction’
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Concern over privacy, encryption and losing the trust of users.

By James Vincent
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The Trans-Pacific Partnership: Preserving a Free and Open InternetThe Trans-Pacific Partnership: Preserving a Free and Open Internet
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Not everyone shares this vision for the future digital economy.

By Alan Davidson
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Tech Companies Should Work With the Government to Stop Terrorism, VC Albert Wenger SaysTech Companies Should Work With the Government to Stop Terrorism, VC Albert Wenger Says
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“If we’re fine with Facebook and Google knowing it, we should really be fine with using it to fight crime and terrorism.”

By Eric Johnson
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FTC Head Calls for Greater Transparency on Data Collected by Internet of ThingsFTC Head Calls for Greater Transparency on Data Collected by Internet of Things
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Ramirez called for greater security of the personal data collected by connected devices.

By Dawn Chmielewski
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U.K. Home Secretary Defends Controversial Surveillance Bill, Says It Will Stop Cyber BulliesU.K. Home Secretary Defends Controversial Surveillance Bill, Says It Will Stop Cyber Bullies
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The bill is nicknamed the “Snooper’s Charter.”

By Ashley Carman
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Apple Formally Objects to U.K. Surveillance BillApple Formally Objects to U.K. Surveillance Bill
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Tim Cook details the problems with the proposal that privacy groups have dubbed the “Snooper’s Charter.”

By Russell Brandom
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Top Food Trends of 2015, According to the InternetTop Food Trends of 2015, According to the Internet
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It’s not just your imagination: Avocado toast was literally the trendiest food of 2015.

By Vince Dixon
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Beyond the Pill: Data Is the New DrugBeyond the Pill: Data Is the New Drug
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It’s time to integrate digital into health care.

By Michelle Longmire
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Verizon to Start Testing ‘Toll-Free’ Data in Coming DaysVerizon to Start Testing ‘Toll-Free’ Data in Coming Days
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So-called sponsored data plans have the potential for cutting customers’ bills, but have drawn ire from some Net Neutrality advocates.

By Ina Fried
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When Personalized Learning Gets Too Personal: Google Complaint Exposes Student Privacy ConcernsWhen Personalized Learning Gets Too Personal: Google Complaint Exposes Student Privacy Concerns
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Google says it does not serve any ads anywhere based on student browsing habits.

By Dawn Chmielewski
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Google’s Eric Schmidt Calls for a Check Against Hate Online but Avoids Encryption TalkGoogle’s Eric Schmidt Calls for a Check Against Hate Online but Avoids Encryption Talk
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In an op-ed, the Alphabet chairman dances delicately between censorship and free expression.

By Mark Bergen
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After San Bernardino, Hillary Clinton Reaffirms Call for Silicon Valley to Do More Against ISISAfter San Bernardino, Hillary Clinton Reaffirms Call for Silicon Valley to Do More Against ISIS
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“You’re gonna hear all of the usual complaints, you know, freedom of speech, etc.”

By Noah Kulwin
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Google: No, We’re Not Snooping on Students With Our Chromebooks, AppsGoogle: No, We’re Not Snooping on Students With Our Chromebooks, Apps
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Search giant pushes back against EFF allegations.

By Mark Bergen
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Forget China -- Google Has to Fight Off Alibaba on Mobile in IndiaForget China -- Google Has to Fight Off Alibaba on Mobile in India
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New data shows Alibaba’s UC browser is beating Google’s in its key growth market.

By Mark Bergen
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Google Has Scrubbed Nearly Half Its ‘Right to Be Forgotten’ Requests -- Mostly From FacebookGoogle Has Scrubbed Nearly Half Its ‘Right to Be Forgotten’ Requests -- Mostly From Facebook
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Private requests are likely to be met, but requests from public officials be damned.

By Mark Bergen