Senate seeks tougher safeguards against harmful online ads
The Senate warned Google, Yahoo and other tech firms to better shield users from malvertising and warned of new laws if self protection fails. The report cites a Yahoo case where an ad on its network exposed a user and potentially 2 million others. It notes industry-wide vulnerability and stalled privacy bills.
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Global fast food protests push for 15 dollar wage rise
Labor organizers backed by the Service Employees International Union press McDonald’s and other chains to raise wages with planned actions in more than 30 countries. The campaign, begun in New York in 2012, targets a 15 dollar hourly rate amid broader calls to repair the income gap and support family needs.
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FCC protests press for net neutrality despite pay-for-priority plan
Activists gathered outside the FCC on Wednesday urging the agency not to abandon net neutrality. They oppose Wheeler's proposal for pay-for-priority deals and seek tougher regulation of broadband providers under Title 2. Amid protests, providers like AT&T, Comcast and Verizon warned against stricter rules, while Republicans including Ajit Pai and Michael O Rielly voted against the plan.
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GM to Recall Cars Sooner After Safety Probe
GM will recall vehicles as soon as it detects a safety issue. Jeff Boyer says 35 safety investigators were added as GM reviews records to identify cars that should have been recalled earlier. Industrywide recalls neared 15.4 million vehicles in four months, threatening new records.
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