Tricks, Not Treats: OTI Slams FCC’s ‘Unhinged’ October Surprise on Net Neutrality
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OTI Fights Trump Administration Effort to Kill California’s Net Neutrality Law
Californians need the protections of the state's net neutrality law, now more than ever.
In Memory of Sherle Schwenninger
New America is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Sherle Schwenninger, co-founder and former director of many New America programs.
OTI and Coalition Oppose the SAFE DATA Act
The bill would put the burden of protecting privacy on individual users, rather than the companies that exploit personal data.
New America Launches Digital Decade Agenda to Strengthen Public Institutions with Open Source Technology Solutions
The launch of a #DigitalDecade to use open source technology solutions that will strengthen public institutions in countries worldwide.
OTI, Access Now Urge FCC to Face the Facts on U.S. Broadband Availability
COVID-19 makes it more important than ever to get everyone connected to telecommunications service.
OTI Slams FCC’s ‘Failed Leadership’ Ahead of Congressional Hearing
While millions face the pandemic without internet access, Chairman Pai is "asleep at the wheel."
New America Announces National Fellows Class of 2021
New America’s Fellows Program invests in thinkers—writers, scholars, filmmakers, and journalists—who generate big, bold ideas.
A Tribute to Ted Halstead
A note from Anne-Marie Slaughter on the passing of Ted Halstead
OTI Responds to European Consultation on Digital Services Act
The Commission should strive to develop a rights-respecting framework for transparency and accountability from internet platforms.
New America’s Ranking Digital Rights Announces Leadership Change
Jessica Dheere, RDR’s deputy director, will assume the role of director. Rebecca MacKinnon will stay on as founding director into 2021.
OTI and RDR Urge FCC to Deny NTIA Rulemaking Petition on Troubling Section 230 Proposal
If the FCC accepts, it will join an effort to bully platforms into moderating content according to the administration's desires.
OTI Warns European Regulators about Dangers of Google/Fitbit Merger
OTI urges the European Commission to closely scrutinize Google’s proposed acquisition of Fitbit.
OTI Endorses Bill Limiting Corporate Use of Facial Recognition and Other Biometric Data
We need clear limits on the collection and use of biometric data.
OTI Submits Statement for the Record in Congressional Antitrust Hearing with Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google CEOs
Recommends antitrust enforcers expand their understanding of consumer welfare, and that Congress pass strong data privacy legislation.