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FCC urges Internet companies to safeguard Web (Reuters) Reuters - Internet service providers need to work harder to prevent hacks, data theft and other fraud, including contacting customers whose infected computers have been hijacked by organized crime and helping them clean out viruses, the head of the Federal Communications Commission said on Wednesday. February 22, 2012 9:12 PM These comedy apps will put a smile on your face (Appolicious) Appolicious - Today’s most innovative comedians are not necessarily telling jokes in front of a live audience, on TV, or in the movies. A new golden age of comedy is playing out online and via mobile applications for smartphones and tablet computers. There are apps that showcase the funniest satirists on Twitter, broadcast interviews with newcomers and comedy legends, and make classic publications like The Onion and Cracked come alive. February 22, 2012 9:00 PM IBM eyes cybersecurity market with new platform (Reuters) Reuters - International Business Machines is gearing up to take a chunk of the growing Internet security market by applying its data analytics to help companies and organizations fight cyberattacks. February 22, 2012 8:48 PM Pokemon developer battles App Store rip-offs (Appolicious) Appolicious - There’s still no official Pokemon title in the iTunes App Store, despite the clamoring of fans for a mobile version of Nintendo’s incredibly popular monster-catching role-playing game series. February 22, 2012 6:49 PM EU seeks legal opinion on global copyright (Reuters) Reuters - The European Union's executive said on Wednesday it would refer a disputed global agreement to tackle online piracy to the bloc's highest court to check whether it complies with EU fundamental rights. February 22, 2012 6:48 PM NY group: Online journalists censored, attacked (AP) AP - A global coalition against censorship is needed to protect online journalists and bloggers who are being targeted by repressive governments, a leading advocacy group said Tuesday. February 22, 2012 6:07 PM Microsoft files EU complaint over Google, Motorola (Reuters) Reuters - Microsoft Corp has asked EU antitrust regulators to intervene in a patent dispute with Google Inc and Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc as it stepped up its battle against Google. February 22, 2012 8:15 PM EU suspends copyright treaty ratification (AP) AP - The European Commission, facing opposition in city streets, on the Internet and in the halls of parliament, has suspended efforts to ratify a new international anti-counterfeiting agreement, and instead will refer it to Europe's highest court to see whether it violates any fundamental EU rights. February 22, 2012 4:00 PM Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom released on bail (AP) AP - The founder of the file-sharing website Megaupload was released on bail Wednesday after a New Zealand judge decided Kim Dotcom lacked means to flee because his funds had been seized. February 22, 2012 10:18 AM Kim Dotcom wins bail in fight against U.S. extradition (Reuters) Reuters - U.S. crime-fighters failed in a bid to keep alleged Internet pirate Kim Dotcom behind bars on Wednesday when a New Zealand court freed him from jail and instead put him under effective house arrest and banned him from using the Internet. February 22, 2012 5:47 AM

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R.I.-based Affiliated Insurance Managers Appoints Marketing Manager Warwick, R.I.-based agency Affiliated Insurance Managers is expanding its commercial insurance division and appointed industry veteran Heidi Forte to the new position of commercial insurance marketing manager. With over 25 years of experience in the commercial insurance industry, Forte will … February 22, 2012 9:04 PM Pennsylvania Christian College Sues Over Birth Control Regs A Christian college in western Pennsylvania has sued the federal government saying regulations that require employers to offer birth control coverage that includes drugs that abort fertilized embryos are “directly at odds with the religious message it wishes to convey,” … February 22, 2012 8:10 PM AIA’s Snyder Describes Korea Trade Pact as ‘Excellent Model’ The long-awaited implementation of the Free Trade Pact between the Republic of Korea, or South Korea, and the U.S. (KORUS) is scheduled to go into effect on March 15. The date will see the conclusion of negotiations that began in 2006, … February 22, 2012 7:12 PM The Hartford Hires Chartis U.S. Underwriting Chief Tucker Hartford Financial Services Group announced three senior management appointments, including Tom Tucker as chief underwriting officer of commercial markets and head of specialty casualty. He will start his post at The Hartford on February 27. He will report to Doug … February 22, 2012 6:57 PM EU Seeks Legal Opinion on Global Copyright Pact The European Union’s executive said on Wednesday it would refer a disputed global agreement to tackle online piracy to the bloc’s highest court to check whether it complies with EU fundamental rights. The Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement, which also aims to … February 22, 2012 6:46 PM Anti-Piracy Group SOS SaveOurSeafarers Welcomes UK Gov’t. Support SOS SaveOurSeafarers has issued the following statement following a conference in London on Somali piracy, organized by the UK’s Foreign & Commonwealth Office, held at the London headquarters of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). Giles Heimann, Chairman of the Group … February 22, 2012 6:16 PM Belgian Gov’t. Names Former FERMA President Dequae to Dexia Board The Government of Belgium has appointed Marie Gemma Dequae, currently a scientific advisor to the Federation of European Risk Management Associations (FERMA) and a past president of the federation, as an independent director of Dexia Bank Belgium and its subsidiary … February 22, 2012 6:03 PM Best Assigns ‘A-’ Ratings to Assurances Mutuelles de France A.M. Best Europe – Rating Services Limited has assigned a financial strength rating of ‘A-’ (Excellent) and issuer credit rating of “a-” to Assurances Mutuelles de France (AM), both with stable outlooks. AM is a mutual reinsurer member of Covéa, … February 22, 2012 6:00 PM OneBeacon Completes Sale of AutoOne Business to New York’s Interboro OneBeacon Insurance Group said today it completed the sale of its AutoOne business to Interboro Holdings Inc. of of New York. The transaction, which was announced on Aug. 31, 2011, included AutoOne Insurance Company and AutoOne Select Insurance Company, along … February 22, 2012 5:44 PM 2 Virginia Localities Declared Primary Disaster Areas Isle of Wight County and the city of Suffolk in Virginia have been declared as primary disaster areas because of damage caused by excessive heat, storms and excessive rainfall in 2011. The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services said … February 22, 2012 5:31 PM

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State website compares insurance premiums Are you in the market to find the best price and coverage on auto insurance? The state has an online tool that could really help you. February 21, 2012 6:02 PM Mexican Insurance Store Offers New Two-Minute Mexican Auto Insurance Quotes Mexican Insurance Store, one of today's leading Mexican auto insurance online providers, now offers new custom insurance quotes in two minutes or less. The popular online insurance provider, which has been selling top-quality Mexican Car Insurance policies for almost a decade, is making it even easier for people to find the policies that are right for them. "Many online Mexican auto insurance ... February 21, 2012 12:18 AM The dirty little secrets of auto-insurance premiums Hidden behind Flo and the Geico Gecko is a pricing system that's utterly opaque. The only answer: Shop around for quotes. February 15, 2012 10:06 AM San Francisco Auto Insurance Rates Reduced at Sam & Associates Allstate Office Sam & Associates, an Allstate office in San Francisco, has just reduced car insurance rates.San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) February 22, 2012 Sam & Associates, an Allstate agency in San Francisco, has recently slashed rates on personal auto insurance. Anyone looking for great service at great rates on car insurance in San Francisco or Millbrae is encouraged to contact Sam & Associates to find out more ... February 22, 2012 12:26 AM Parmenter Insurance Agency, Inc. Helps Drivers Prepare for Presidents Day Sales with Car Buying Tips and GA Auto ... Parmenter Insurance Agency, Inc. Helps Drivers Prepare for Presidents Day Sales with Car Buying Tips and GA Auto Insurance Parmenter Insurance Agency, Inc. Helps Drivers Prepare for Presidents Day Sales with Car Buying Tips and GA Auto Insurance [...] understanding the specifics like available engines, transmissions, safety equipment and other features on new cars can help individuals converse ... February 22, 2012 12:54 AM When Renewing Your Auto Insurance Policy, Understanding All of Your Coverage Options Could Save You Money, Says I.I.I. NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Whether buying coverage for the first time or renewing an existing auto insurance policy, consumers should take advantage of a highly competitive insurance marketplace, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). February 21, 2012 1:08 PM Auto Insurance Expert Releases Tipsheet to Cutting Pennsylvania Car Insurance Costs by 59% - InsureonaBudget.com Personal finance experts at InsureonaBudget.com release helpful guide to help Philadelphia and Pennsylvania auto insurance policy holders reduce car insurance premiums by 59% just from taking advantage of loopholes in car insurers' rates.Philadelphia, PA (PRWEB) February 13, 2012 Most US drivers understand it is a rare occurrence that they are going to receive a courtesy call from their auto ... February 13, 2012 7:58 AM Bill would let drivers carry auto registration on smartphone Drivers would be able to show their proof of auto insurance and vehicle registration on their smartphones through a recently proposed measure."It only makes sense for the state where the iPad was designed to remain on the technological forefront," said Assemblyman Mike Gatto who... February 22, 2012 8:19 AM Assembly careens off course on auto insurance bill Re "Proof of insurance via smartphone is bill goal" (The Buzz, Feb. 20): The headline says February 21, 2012 1:27 PM 3 states try to lower their car insurance rates Drivers in three states could see big changes in their car insurance -- and their car insurance bills. Florida and Michigan both have no-fault auto insurance under the microscope during February 21, 2012 3:14 PM