March 31, 2014 | News, Statements

THE INTERNET ASSOCIATION STATEMENT ON WHITE HOUSE BIG DATA FILED COMMENTS

Today, Michael Beckerman, President and CEO of The Internet Association, issued the following statement about The Internet Association’s filed comments with the White House Office of Science and Technology in response to its Request for Information on “Big Data:”

“The Internet Association believes U.S. policy framework is effective in protecting consumers while allowing for innovation. As the Administration examines these important issues, it is critical to focus on government surveillance reform. Additionally, more resources should be expended on making government data available, researching emerging technologies, and determining new ways to educate users on data practices.”

Pew Partners with The Internet Association to Help Voters ‘Get to the Polls’

Washington, D.C. — With the U.S. midterm elections less than two weeks away, The Internet Association and The Pew Charitable Trusts’ Voting Information Project, in conjunction with the world’s leading technology companies, are launching “Get to the Polls” (www.gettothepolls.com) to help voters find all the information they need before voting Nov. 4.

The Internet Association Files Amicus Brief in Landmark Patent Case

Washington, D.C. – As abusive patent litigation remains a problem in the U.S. court system, The Internet Association stands in support of legal action to prevent the International Trade Commission (ITC) from stretching its patent law authority to regulate the Internet.

Statement on Michelle Lee’s Nomination

The Internet Association President and CEO Michael Beckerman issues the following statement on President Obama’s nomination of Michelle Lee as the Under Secretary for Intellectual Property and Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office

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Washington, D.C. — With the U.S. midterm elections less than two weeks away, The Internet Association and The Pew Charitable Trusts’ Voting Information Project, in conjunction with the world’s leading technology companies, are launching “Get to the Polls” (www.gettothepolls.com) to help voters find all the information they need before voting Nov. 4.

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