The Regulatory Blame Game
Criticism of FDA over meningitis outbreak repeats a familiar pattern of regulatory blame.
FTC Launches Investigation into Data Brokerage Companies
Agency to determine whether more regulation is needed to protect consumers.
Is Global Warming the Next Great Threat to U.S. National Security?
Government report predicts climate change will strain U.S. security.
Girls’ Sports Opportunities Show Greater Gap
University report claims the gender gap in sports opportunities has widened.
FTC Initiates Review of Fred Meyer Guides
Agency reconsiders guidance on law helping small retail businesses.
House Bill Aims to Merge the SEC and CFTC
New “Securities and Derivatives Commission” proposed by Barney Frank.
How Do Industry Insiders View Regulations?
New study categorizes perceptions of regulators in the workplace.
Can International Competitiveness Be Quantified?
Penn Law Professor Michael S. Knoll explains how to develop better measures.
EPA Bars BP from Bidding on Government Contracts
Agency points to oil company’s “lack of business integrity” in temporary suspension order.
Judge: UK Press Needs an Independent Self-Regulator
UK judge’s proposal faces opposition from free press supporters.
AT&T Seeks Government Support to Modernize Internet Infrastructure
AT&T petitions the FCC to facilitate experimental transitions to an Internet-based network.
Crackdown Forces Intrade to Drop Americans
CFTC charges Intrade with illegal off-exchange options trading.