Archive for July, 2008

I have been waiting for someone to challenge the early termination fees in court.  Sprint will probably appeal, so this is not decided yet.Nevertheless, I think phone companies will find a way to pass on the cost to us.    In one of the most significant legal rulings in the tech industry this year, a Superior […]

China to censor InternetChina will censor the Internet used by foreign media during the Olympics, an organising committee official confirmed Wednesday, reversing a pledge to offer complete media freedom at the games.“During the Olympic Games we will provide sufficient access to the Internet for reporters,” said Sun Weide, spokesman for the organising committee.He confirmed, however, that journalists would not […]

PACs key to political funding Most political candidates now fund their campaigns through what are called “leadership political action committees.”
BARACK OBAMA: Instead of forcing us to rely on millions from Washington lobbyists and special interest PACs, you’ve fueled this campaign with donations of $5, $10, $20 — whatever you can afford. 
It’s true Obama’s campaign hasn’t taken money […]