Coverage of major technology firms, their policies, and interactions with government authorities
A national backlash over electricity-hungry data centers is shaping Washington’s own legislative push to make tech companies bear their full power costs—an issue with future implications for the Longview–Kelso area.
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A bill to make Washington’s data centers pay full grid costs and disclose resource use advanced after lawmakers dropped a proposed fee and delayed clean‑energy deadlines. Supporters cite ratepayer protection; industry leaders warn of economic risk.
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A Vancouver, Washington–based audio technology company is drawing international attention for its affordable, durable product offerings and expanding global footprint....
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has initiated a pilot program deploying Meteodrones—autonomous weather drones—to collect atmospheric data and...
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Reports indicate the Department of Homeland Security issued subpoenas to major tech companies seeking data on accounts critical of Donald Trump, raising significant free speech and privacy concerns.
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