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September 1, 2010

15:45
Federal Communications Commissioner Michael Copps has managed the art of saying much in a few words.  His latest salvo came in a 245-word letter to the editor in the Washington Post, in which he not only savaged yet another misbegotten Washington Post editorial about Internet policy, but also took on the Verizon-Google joint policy “recommendation” and then noted the cruel reality of the agency to which he has devoted almost nine years of his professional career. He, and others, recognize that this is a unique time in the history of the FCC, and perhaps of regulation and politics.  It happens from time to time in Congress that a legislator will vote against a bill that he or she has introduced, usually after an amendment has been added that drastically changes the bill, or in the case of some shift in the political dynamic. read more
15:45
Federal Communications Commissioner Michael Copps has managed the art of saying much in a few words.  His latest salvo came in a 245-word letter to the editor in the Washington Post, in which he not only savaged yet another misbegotten Washington Post editorial about Internet policy, but also took on the Verizon-Google joint policy “recommendation” and then noted the cruel reality of the agency to which he has devoted almost nine years of his professional career. He, and others, recognize that this is a unique time in the history of the FCC, and perhaps of regulation and politics.  It happens from time to time in Congress that a legislator will vote against a bill that he or she has introduced, usually after an amendment has been added that drastically changes the bill, or in the case of some shift in the political dynamic. read more
12:58
For Immediate Release:  September 1, 2010 The Federal Communications Commission issued a public notice, putting out for public comment two elements in the policy suggestion from Verizon and Google.  The following statement is attributed to Gigi B. Sohn, president and co-founder of Public Knowledge: “Nothing in this public notice prevents the FCC from taking prompt action on its ‘Third Way’ proceeding, which would make certain all Americans have affordable access to broadband, and to make sure it can deal with public safety and other crucial issues that are broader than the narrow issues on which the Commission seeks comment.“We expect the Commission will move quickly to set the legal framework for the FCC to oversee broadband Internet access services, with specific rules to protect the open Internet to follow soon after.read more
12:58
For Immediate Release:  September 1, 2010 The Federal Communications Commission issued a public notice, putting out for public comment two elements in the policy suggestion from Verizon and Google.  The following statement is attributed to Gigi B. Sohn, president and co-founder of Public Knowledge: “Nothing in this public notice prevents the FCC from taking prompt action on its ‘Third Way’ proceeding, which would make certain all Americans have affordable access to broadband, and to make sure it can deal with public safety and other crucial issues that are broader than the narrow issues on which the Commission seeks comment.“We expect the Commission will move quickly to set the legal framework for the FCC to oversee broadband Internet access services, with specific rules to protect the open Internet to follow soon after.read more

August 30, 2010

14:02
September 14, 2010 - 8:00am - 10:00am The Role of the Obama Administration’s IP Enforcement Program For the first time, a presidential administration has prioritized enforcement of intellectual property rights by appointing a high-level administration official charged with coordinating policy and enforcement. Join a wide-ranging discussion on how the Obama Administration is approaching international and domestic controversies surrounding intellectual property. Click here for more information.
14:02
September 14, 2010 - 8:00am - 10:00am Location: Clyde's of Gallery Place, 707 7th St., NW                 Washington, DC 20001 Hosted By: BroadbandBreakfast.com Sponsored By: National Cable & Telecommunications Association                         Public Knowledge Public Knowledge's President and Co-Founder Gigi B. Sohn is participating in this free Intellectual Property Breakfast Club event. read more
11:39
Ken Freedman is the station manager of WFMU, a pioneering freeform, listener-supported radio station in Jersey City. We discussed technology, copyright, and the future of broadcasting. A transcript is available here. You can download and listen to the audio by clicking here (MP3) or stream it using the player below: Want to subscribe to our podcast? Click here for the MP3 feed and here for the mixed audio/video feed. read more
11:39
Ken Freedman is the station manager of WFMU, a pioneering freeform, listener-supported radio station in Jersey City. We discussed technology, copyright, and the future of broadcasting. A transcript is available here. You can download and listen to the audio by clicking here (MP3) or stream it using the player below: Want to subscribe to our podcast? Click here for the MP3 feed and here for the mixed audio/video feed. read more
10:59
Welcome 8:30 am Breakfast 9:30 am Welcome and Opening Notes WHY DO OPEN HARDWARE? 10:00 am: Limor Fried, Adafruit 10:30 am: Gerald Coley, Texas Instruments & Beagle Board 11:00 am: Bruce Perens, founder: OSI 11:30 am: John Wilbanks, Creative Commons 12:00 am: Institutional Sprint talks •    Amanda Mc Donald Crowley, EYEBEAM •    Jim Barkley & Sam Sayer, MITRE: “ARx: Almost-Ready-to-Anthing” •    Rich Gibson, NASA LUNCH 12:30 – 1:30 pm: Lunch (will be provided)read more
10:59
Welcome 8:30 am Breakfast 9:30 am Welcome and Opening Notes WHY DO OPEN HARDWARE? 10:00 am: Limor Fried, Adafruit 10:30 am: Gerald Coley, Texas Instruments & Beagle Board 11:00 am: Bruce Perens, founder: OSI 11:30 am: John Wilbanks, Creative Commons 12:00 am: Institutional Sprint talks •    Amanda Mc Donald Crowley, EYEBEAM •    Jim Barkley & Sam Sayer, MITRE: “ARx: Almost-Ready-to-Anthing” •    Rich Gibson, NASA LUNCH 12:30 – 1:30 pm: Lunch (will be provided)read more
10:55
February 13, 2011 (All day) - February 14, 2011 (All day) The conference will begin with a tutorial overview of the evolution of the Internet, including recent disruptive developments. The first panel will put these developments in perspective by addressing such questions as: (1) what creates the necessary conditions for innovation in networked industries; (2) how those conditions can be cultivated; and (3) what conditions tend to smother rather than encourage innovation? University of Colorado-Boulder February 13, 2011 - February 14, 2011 Click here for more information.
10:55
February 13, 2011 (All day) - February 14, 2011 (All day) The conference will begin with a tutorial overview of the evolution of the Internet, including recent disruptive developments. The first panel will put these developments in perspective by addressing such questions as: (1) what creates the necessary conditions for innovation in networked industries; (2) how those conditions can be cultivated; and (3) what conditions tend to smother rather than encourage innovation? University of Colorado-Boulder February 13, 2011 - February 14, 2011 Click here for more information.

August 26, 2010

10:46
For Immediate Release:  August 26, 2010 Earlier today, the Government Accountability Office released a report, “Enhanced Data Collection Could Help FCC Better Monitor Competition in the Wireless Industry.”  A copy of the report is here. The following statement is attributed to Gigi B. Sohn, president and co-founder of Public Knowledge:“Today’s GAO report adds more evidence to the argument that any rules governing an open Internet should apply to the wireless sector as well as to the wired.  The report paints a disturbing picture of an industry in which the top four carriers control 90 percent of the market, and industry consolidation is strangling smaller, regional carriers.read more
10:46
For Immediate Release:  August 26, 2010 Earlier today, the Government Accountability Office released a report, “Enhanced Data Collection Could Help FCC Better Monitor Competition in the Wireless Industry.”  A copy of the report is here. The following statement is attributed to Gigi B. Sohn, president and co-founder of Public Knowledge:“Today’s GAO report adds more evidence to the argument that any rules governing an open Internet should apply to the wireless sector as well as to the wired.  The report paints a disturbing picture of an industry in which the top four carriers control 90 percent of the market, and industry consolidation is strangling smaller, regional carriers.read more

August 24, 2010

15:56
Tom Tauke, Verizon’s erudite executive vice president for public affairs, made a valiant attempt the other day to try to salvage the policy deal his company made with Google.  In a speech at the Technology Policy Institute’s telecom forum in Aspen, he brought out arguments old and new to argue why it was that an agreement forged between two big companies to their benefit should be accepted. read more
15:56
Tom Tauke, Verizon’s erudite executive vice president for public affairs, made a valiant attempt the other day to try to salvage the policy deal his company made with Google.  In a speech at the Technology Policy Institute’s telecom forum in Aspen, he brought out arguments old and new to argue why it was that an agreement forged between two big companies to their benefit should be accepted. read more

August 22, 2010

19:43
Our hearts are heavy today, having learned of the passing yesterday morning of our beloved colleague, Public Knowledge Staff Attorney Adam Thomas.  Adam was a rare individual in this town - willing to take on any task no matter how small, always upbeat, eager for feedback be it positive or negative.  But what really set Adam apart was his courage.  Just 30 years old and thrice afflicted with Medulloblastoma - a rare and highly malignant form of brain cancer - he fought and beat it each time, until it returned a fourth time just a few weeks ago with a force too strong to overcome.  read more
19:43
Our hearts are heavy today, having learned of the passing yesterday morning of our beloved colleague, Public Knowledge Staff Attorney Adam Thomas.  Adam was a rare individual in this town - willing to take on any task no matter how small, always upbeat, eager for feedback be it positive or negative.  But what really set Adam apart was his courage.  Just 30 years old and thrice afflicted with Medulloblastoma - a rare and highly malignant form of brain cancer - he fought and beat it each time, until it returned a fourth time just a few weeks ago with a force too strong to overcome.  read more

August 20, 2010

15:07
While some ISPs are busy arguing to the FCC that the First Amendment makes net neutrality rules illegal, Congress is considering a bill (HR 3817) that would exempt ISPs from liability for providing fraudulent information to their customers. ISPs, of course, love this. Limitations from liability are great!read more
15:07
While some ISPs are busy arguing to the FCC that the First Amendment makes net neutrality rules illegal, Congress is considering a bill (HR 3817) that would exempt ISPs from liability for providing fraudulent information to their customers. ISPs, of course, love this. Limitations from liability are great!read more