p2pnet news roundup: August 9, 2007
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Prototype Internet Device Fails FCC Test
The government gave a failing grade to a prototype device that Microsoft Corp., Google Inc., Dell Inc. and other technology companies said would beam high-speed Internet service over unused television airwaves. In a 85-page report, the Federal Communications Commission on July 31 said the devices submitted by the technology coalition could not reliably detect unused TV spectrum, and could also cause interference.
Is NBC Ready to Embrace Hiro-powered P2P?
NBC emailed a press release last night touting DotComedy’s use of Hiro Media’s dynamic ad insertion technology for downloads, but since they’d already announced this in June when it went live, and after over a month, I figured I’d see if there were any results. What I found, or didn’t find, makes me wonder if NBC really embracing the power of Hiro to distribute high resolution, ad supported video content over P2P networks.
Directory firm wants ex-workers’ Facebook page shut down
The freedom of internet bloggers to take revenge on previous employers is facing a challenge after an investigation into a Facebook page which encourages ex-call centre operators to let off steam.
Teen in Potter translation arrest
A French teenager suspected of posting his own complete translation of the latest Harry Potter book on the internet has been arrested. The 16-year-old, from the southern city of Aix-en-Provence, has been released but could face charges for violating intellectual property rights.
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