Mapping Japan (Tech President)
A map of Japan, from ESRI, layers official earthquake data with what folks are pushing out on Ushahidi, YouTube, Twitter and Flickr.
Al Franken: ‘They’re Coming After the Internet’ (Politico)
Sen. Franken claimed Monday that big corporations are “hoping to destroy” the Internet and issued a call to arms to several hundred tech-savvy South by Southwest attendees to preserve net neutrality.
FCC to Vote Tuesday on ‘Net Neutrality’ Rules (CNN)
The FCC is set to vote on a set of regulations designed to ensure that internet providers grant everyone equal access to the Web.
Silencing WikiLeaks A Free Speech Challenge For U.S. (NPR)
Critics say efforts to silence WikiLeaks don’t square with the U.S. commitment to expanding the free flow of information online.
TBD.com: A First Day Look (The Huffington Post)
Local DC news site TBD.com serves as a canary in the mine for the future of journalism.
Web Plan From Google and Verizon Is Criticized
(The NY Times)
Internet regulation plan from Google and Verizon proves worrisome for some.
Industry, FCC Coming Close to Agreement on Net-Neutrality (NextGov)
Talks between FCC officials and industry stakeholders regarding Internet regulation to wrap up with Thursday meeting.
Charity Just Got More Daring with New Website (Mashable)
Startup site MyDunkTank shows the lighthearted side of charity by allowing supporters to vote on dares for fundraisers to perform.
Political Ads Off Limits, Goldman Promises (The New York Times)
Goldman Sachs vows not to spend any money on political ads, bending to pressure to limit their influence on elections.
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Twitter Ties and the Implications for Grassroots Professionals
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