Posts Tagged ‘General’

Today’s Slaw post This ars technica article points out that Microsoft scans Skype message contents for signs of fraud, which means that Microsoft can read them.  While Skype messages may be encrypted to prevent third parties from reading them, that … Continue reading → Full story

Today’s Slaw post: 3D printing has become a popular topic lately.  While 3D printers that print objects similar to how ink jet printers print words have been around for many years, the cost has come down dramatically, and will continue to … Continue reading → Full story

Today’s Slaw post What do readers think about wearable computing?  Is it cool or creepy? Where is the technology headed? What legal or other issues might arise from it? I’m thinking about this because I find the intersection of technology and law … Continue reading → Full story

For the London Free Press – May 6, 2013 – Read this at lfpress.com There has been controversy in the United States in the last few weeks about their patchwork of privacy laws in contrast to the holistic approach favoured … Continue reading → Full story

Todays’ Slaw post I just heard Duncan Stewart speak about the Deloitte 2013 TMT predictions at an event held by the London Economic Development Corporation.  A couple of things have been mentioned on Slaw before.  Here are some more things … Continue reading → Full story

Today’s Slaw post: We are always naming things – businesses, brands, trade-marks, domain names, and children.  But what makes a good or valuable name?  Naming anything can be a personal or emotional thing – but it is part science. Take … Continue reading → Full story

For the London Free Press – April 22, 2013 – Read this at lfpress.com Imagine a portable medical diagnostic scanner that can detect hundreds of illnesses and ailments in a matter of seconds without requiring a blood or tissue sample. … Continue reading → Full story

Todays Slaw post: One thing I find consistent about privacy issues is an inconsistency in approach and viewpoint.  What is and is not deemed acceptable seems to change dramatically based on several factors, including geographic location (which I suppose is … Continue reading → Full story

I recently presented a webinar on the anti-spam law that was hosted by Andrew Schiestel of TBK Creative. That webinar can be viewed here.  Also see the 5 part article series I recently wrote on the topic. A number of … Continue reading → Full story

For the London Free Press – April 8, 2013 – Read this at lfpress.com  Machines that become self-aware and rebel against their human creators is a popular science fiction theme. A threat more immediate than Terminator’s Skynet or BSG’s rebelling … Continue reading → Full story