Evaluating the PTO’s Proposed Fee Structure
Proposed fee structure remains flawed and may contribute to the perception of a “broken” patent system.
Expanding Child Protection Online
FTC proposes to “clarify” and “strengthen” online children’s privacy.
Better Informing the Net Neutrality Debate
Penn Law Professor argues for “network diversity” rather than “network neutrality.”
Smartphone Patent Wars: The Role for Import Bans
Congress holds hearings on the role of import bans in licensing of standard essential patents.
Senate Bills Aim to Help Graduates in STEM Fields Get Green Cards
Supporters of Senate Bills on STEM say US needs skilled immigrants.
FCC Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule for Public Safety Do-Not-Call List
The FCC seeks input on how to manage and enforce a Do-Not-Call Registry for emergency service lines.
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.