Valuing the Rear-view Camera Rule
NHTSA’s analysis cannot support its conclusion that the benefits justify the costs.
Senate Hears Testimony on a Potential Helium Crisis
Witnesses urge Congress to act or face a helium shortage.
The Value of Increasing Unlicensed Spectrum
Increasing unlicensed spectrum could increase social welfare.
The Apple E-Books Litigation: A Page-Turner
Allegations in complaints befit a conspiracy novel – one that Apple argues is completely fictional.
Coalition Calls for Increased Oversight of Synthetic Biology
Advocacy groups say current regulation of synthetic biology offers inadequate public protection.
Patents, Patients, and Profits: Winners and Losers in Drug Patent Challenges
Challenges to branded drugs from generic firms have benefits and costs.
Supreme Court and PTO Produce New Rules on “Laws of Nature” Patents
After the Mayo decision, Patent and Trademark Office issues guiding memorandum.
Feds Claim Unlawful “Conspiracy” Inflated Prices of E-books
Antitrust lawsuit alleges Apple and five publishers conspired to eliminate competition.
FCC Reform Bill Wins Key Committee Vote
Party-line vote moves forward bill that would change FCC processes.
EU Reveals New Strategy to Improve Online Privacy
Proposal would unify EU data protection laws and reduce business compliance costs.
YouTube Provides Modified Terms of Service to State Governments
Agreement addresses concern that YouTube’s standard terms of service violate state laws.
Commerce Department Responds to Concerns over Expansion of Internet Domain Names
Public criticism prompts Commerce Department to address risks associated with domain name expansion.