UW System bans TikTok use on system devices
A number of other universities across the country have banned TikTok in recent weeks, including Auburn, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Georgia, Iowa, and Texas.
Telecommunication
Evers signs executive order banning TikTok from state-issued devices
The order also prohibits the use of certain other technologies, software, and vendors that could pose potential cybersecurity threats.
Evers to announce TikTok ban on state devices
The app's detractors say the Chinese government could access user data, such as browsing history and location, to spy on users and spread propaganda.
Applications open for Public Service Commission grants
The two grant programs are intended to improve telecommunications access for Wisconsin residents.
DATCP urges businesses to be wary of email compromise scams
Scammers using business email compromise may order goods on behalf of a company without paying for them.
State monitoring TikTok but doesn’t intend to ban the platform
Only about 12 state phones have TikTok on them.
Wisconsin residents urged to fact-check internet map for accuracy
The FCC's new broadband maps will be used to determine the allocation of Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) funds that Wisconsin will receive to build broadband infrastructure.
Gov. Evers, PSC announce federal internet-for-all grant awards
The funds will be used to ensure all Wisconsin communities can access and use affordable, reliable high-speed internet.
TDS donates $20,000 to area food pantries
The telecommunications company is making eight $2,500 donations to assist families who may be faced with food insecurities this winter.
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Google to pay $391.5 million settlement, $8.4 million to Wisconsin
The investigation into Google was spurred by a 2018 Associated Press story that found that Google continued to track people's location data even after they opted out of such tracking.
Madison launches sustainability webpage
The page describes the city’s goals, programs, partnerships, and policies. The page also includes information about climate, energy, waste, transportation, water, and more.
Gordon Flesch to purchase Oshkosh company
Madison-based Gordon Flesch Co. announced it has agreed to acquire Oshkosh Office Systems of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, a privately-owned provider of business technology services.
TDS expands internet discount availability
TDS Telecommunications LLC has expanded the availability of the Federal Communication Commission’s Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) to nearly all states it serves, including the entire state of Wisconsin.
State to receive $40 million for broadband access
A plan from Gov. Tony Evers to spend $40 million in pandemic relief funds on broadband access has been approved by the Treasury Department.
Madison region to add new area code
Madison and the surrounding area will soon include area code 353 in addition to 608.
Curate wins innovation award
FiscalNote announced that Madison-based Curate, a technology platform that provides civic intelligence and monitoring services, has been declared the Winner of the “Best Data Innovation in a SaaS Product” category at the 2022 SaaS Awards.
TDS donates laptops to YWCA
TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS) has donated 130 refurbished laptop computers, previously utilized by TDS associates, to the residents at YWCA Madison.
County moves forward with broadband engineering
The Dane County Board of Supervisors recently approved a contract with AECOM Technical Services Inc. to complete a broadband infrastructure engineering assessment and coordinate the implementation of fiber broadband throughout the county.
Madison phone captioning firm to lay off nearly 300 Wisconsin employees
Ultratec Inc., a Madison-based company that provides captioned telephone services for people with hearing loss, plans to lay off hundreds of employees from its CapTel Inc. unit.
