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#121: An Uber Bailout For Taxis

September 1, 2016

It’s no secret that ride-sharing companies like Uber and Lyft have disrupted the taxi industry. While many cities have embraced the fierce competition, others have...


#120: From 4G to 5G

August 31, 2016

The wireless industry is gearing up for 5G, the next generation of networks. And don’t let the numbers fool you — 5G speeds are going...


FTC’s Loss in AT&T Case May Create Privacy Vacuum

August 29, 2016

Decision May Embolden FCC but Only Congress Can Close Gap SAN FRANCISCO — Today, the Ninth Circuit tossed out the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) enforcement...


#119: FCC Loses on Government Broadband

August 26, 2016

When government-run broadband networks in Chattanooga, TN and Wilson, NC sought to expand beyond their cities’ boundaries, they ran into state restrictions. The cities asked...


#118: Subsidizing Uber

August 25, 2016

When we talk about Uber and ride-sharing on this show, it’s usually about regulatory battles. Today, we’re not talking about restricting or banning Uber —...


Social Media Disclosure Proposal Presents Major Privacy Risk

August 23, 2016

Imagine you’re at the airport, having just arrived in the United States. You’re going through customs, and you’re either a terrorist or someone who intends...