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Nohemi Gonzalez was a 23-year-old senior at Cal State Long Beach who was spending a semester in Paris studying industrial design. She was killed by Islamic State group gunmen in a series of attacks in November 2015 that left 130 people dead (see here: https://chicago.suntimes.com/2023/2/21/23608524/youtube-algorithm-isis-supreme-court-google-section-230-terror-internet-law-nohemi-gonzalez). She was the only American among the victims. Her family described …

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Introduction The huge language model known as ChatGPT that was developed by OpenAI has the ability to fundamentally alter the ways in which we acquire and transmit information. Those who have never used ChatGPT before should know that, to put it very simply, you may write a query into its search field, and within a …

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A prolific social media fraudster who exploited the encrypted social media platform Telegram in a series of long-running crimes was sentenced to three years in jail at Croydon Crown Court for fraud by false representation, supply of items for use in fraud, and possession of articles for use in fraud. Ramzan Abubakarov, aged 21, of …

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Section 230 Protection: Understanding its Importance for Online Intermediaries and Free Speech In the digital age, the internet has become a crucial platform for communication, information sharing, and commerce. However, with the rise of online content and user-generated platforms, the issue of legal liability for the vast amounts of information and opinions shared online has …

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Cybersecurity Enhancements Through CISA ‍ ‍ In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is a major concern for businesses. Companies need to ensure that their data is secure and protected from potential cyberattacks. To help protect companies, the US government has passed in 2015 the so called Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA). In this article, we will …

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BitLaw and Common Law Trademarks ‍ Common law trademarks are becoming increasingly important for businesses. They offer a level of protection from third-party use of a company’s name or logo that is not available through statutory trademark registration. Understanding what a common law trademark is, how to register and enforce it, and how to research …

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Exploring the Benefits of a Computer Lawyer: A Guide to Navigating Computer Law ‍ Computer law – also known as cyber law or information technology law – is an ever-evolving field of law that deals with the regulation of technology and information systems. As technology advances, so too do the legal implications of it, making …

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