by kevanv | May 16, 2012 | Legal/Tech News
Just over a month after Facebook’s widely-reported acquisition of Instagram for one billion dollars, there are strong signals that the purchase may be delayed by the FTC. Although Facebook’s CEO (and majority shareholder) Mark Zuckerberg was able to...
by anickow | Dec 12, 2011 | Commentary, Legal/Tech News, Legislation/Regulations
Netflix may now be able to use Facebook to further alienate its consumers while pursuing a lucrative revenue stream. The House amended the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA) to relax written consent requirements for sharing information on movie rentals. This opens...
by rogerlee | Nov 13, 2011 | Commentary, Legal/Tech News, Technology
The Wall Street Journal, which first reported the impending settlement, is reporting that Facebook and the Federal Trade Commission are close to a settlement over alleged deceptive practices with respect to several Facebook features, including its privacy settings....
