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Using the latest available data and indicators, the book examines topics high on the agenda of science and innovation policy makers, including science and innovation performance; trends in national science, technology and innovation policies; and practices to assess the socio-economic impacts of public research. This volume also provides an individual profile of the science and innovation performance of each country in relation to its national context and current policy challenges. http://www.oecdbookshop.org/oecd/display.asp?sf1=identifiers&st1=922008101P1 http://www.oecdbookshop.org/oecd/get-it.asp?REF=9208101E.PDF&TYPE=browse [free PDF download - 263 pages] Internet Pharmacies: Global Threat Requires a Global Approach to Regulation by Carlisle E. George [Hertfordshire Law Journal] Abstract: This paper investigates the growing phenomenon of selling drugs and medical services over the Internet via Internet Pharmacies. It discusses some of the benefits of Internet Pharmacies and some serious concerns that they bring for regulators, governments and global consumers. In addition, the paper compares regulatory frameworks governing the operation of Internet Pharmacies in the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States (US), to illustrate some of the challenges related to differences. Some of these comparisons relate to regulatory structure, advertising of prescription drugs, online prescribing, data protection, policy on importing drugs for personal use and self-regulation/certification of websites. In assessing reasons for differences in the two jurisdictions, the paper concludes that these are due to various historic, economic, geographic and political factors. The paper argues that continuing regulatory challenges arise due to the nature of the Internet, jurisdiction issues, economic realities, and a lack of harmonisation of regulatory policy at an international/global level. The paper further argues that a global approach is needed to regulate online medical services, because of the potential threat to the health and well-being of the global community. http://ssrn.com/abstract=1290745 ********************** INTERNET USE ********************** NZ online trade soars as recession starts to grip In New Zealand, where a recession has already been declared, cash-strapped locals are being forced to sell their prized possessions to make ends meet. http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2008/10/30/2405656.htm Video Is Dominating Internet Traffic, Pushing Prices Up You are watching a lot more video on the Internet, and you may start to pay your Internet provider more for it. That was one of the conclusions I walked away with after spending Friday at the annual seminar of the Columbia Institute for Tele-Information at the business school of Columbia University. The theme was “The Dawning of the Ultra-Broadband Era,” and it explored the implications of Internet service that is far faster than the current offerings over phone wires, cable and wireless connections. http://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/10/31/video-is-dominating-internet-traffic-pushing-prices-up/ Nielsen finds strong TV-Internet usage overlap Nearly a third of all U.S. household Internet activity takes place while the user watches television, suggesting new and old media often share rather than compete for attention, the Nielsen Company said in a report on Friday. http://uk.reuters.com/article/internetNews/idUKTRE49U7Y320081031 http://in.reuters.com/article/internetNews/idUKTRE49U7Y320081031 au: ACMA’s annual report highlights the new and evolving media and technologies on its radar [news release] The rapid evolution and uptake of new technologies is a central focus for the Australian Communications and Media Authority, according to its 2007-08 annual report, tabled in Federal Parliament today. http://www.acma.gov.au/WEB/STANDARD/pc=PC_311482 Internet sex makes you sad, anxious? Although now overtaken by social networking sites as the most visited places on the web, pornography sites remain well-trafficked. But spending too much time online in the pursuit of carnal pleasure might have serious implications for your mental health, according to researchers in Australia. http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20081102-internet-sex-makes-you-sad-anxious.html They've Got Your Number: book review Maybe you’re the kind of person who doesn’t believe that the kind of person you are can be deduced by an algorithm and expressed through shorthand categorizations like “urban youth” or “hearth keeper.” Maybe I’d agree with you, and maybe we’re right. But the kind of people — “crack mathematicians, computer scientists and engineers” — whom Stephen Baker writes about in “The Numerati” clearly see things differently. In fact, they probably regard such skepticism as more fodder for the math-driven identity formulas they’ve created to satisfy the consumer-product companies and politicians who hire them. http://nytimes.com/2008/11/02/books/review/Walker-t.html Boost for easier web login plans A scheme to allow people to use one name and password on lots of different websites has got a boost from Google and Microsoft. The two tech giants have unveiled plans that will sign-up their users into the Open ID scheme. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7699320.stm Study: Google runs more than 10 million Web sites There's no doubt Google is a vast power on the Internet, but because the company uses its own software to host Web sites, it's possible to see just how powerful. http://news.cnet.com/8301-1001_3-10079685-92.html Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales expects internet downturn but no 'bloodbath' Jimmy Wales, the founder of Wikipedia, expects internet and technology companies will suffer a "serious downturn" that could leave some major household name websites floundering. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/mediatechnologyandtelecoms/3286889/Wikipedia-founder-Jimmy-Wales-expects-internet-downturn-but-no-bloodbath.html ********************** SOCIAL NETWORKING ********************** Twitter squitting becomes new problem THE LATEST earth-shattering issue to plague the online community is people nicking famous names on Twitter and trying to flog them back to their rightful owners. http://www.theinquirer.net/gb/inquirer/news/2008/10/30/twitter-squatting-becomes ********************** SPAM ********************** Spam reaps on world financial crisis While experts predict potential losses of $2.8 trillion as a result of the world financial crisis, the spamming industry could end October on profit http://www.ciol.com/Enterprise/EC-Services/News-Reports/Spam-reaps-on-world-financial-crisis/311008112139/0/ Russian spammers adjust strategy to control PCs If the level of celebrity spam is any guide, Barack Obama is a shoe-in for the US presidency. “He’s running well ahead of John McCain,” says Grant Murphy, US director of gateway security at Secure Computing. http://computerworld.co.nz/news.nsf/scrt/020EDC3A074319C3CC2574F200327D2B ************************** ONLINE CRIME, SECURITY & LEGAL ************************** Cyberattacks target UK's national infrastructure Sustained cyber-espionage attacks are being waged on companies that play a key role in the Britain's national infrastructure, a UK cyber-defence chief has warned. http://news.zdnet.co.uk/security/0,1000000189,39534286,00.htm. Trojan virus steals banking info The details of about 500,000 online bank accounts and credit and debit cards have been stolen by a virus described as "one of the most advanced pieces of crimeware ever created". http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7701227.stm Hackonomics: Crime still pays for identity thieves—just a little less than it once did Your personal identity isn't worth quite as much as it used to be—at least to thieves willing to swipe it. According to experts who monitor such markets, the value of stolen credit card data may range from $3 to as little as 40 cents. That's down tenfold from a decade ago—even though the cost to an individual who has a credit card stolen can soar into the hundreds of dollars. http://www.newsweek.com/id/165996 UK firms demand aid on hi-tech crime UK businesses have little faith that the government is doing enough to tackle hi-tech crime, says a report. Of those questioned 57% said any malicious hi-tech crime in the workplace would not be dealt with properly by the police. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/technology/7702823.stm Nigeria: Senate Considers Bill Against Cyber Crime The Senate yesterday referred a Bill for an Act to outlaw perpetration of financial crimes through such electronic devices as mobile phones, internet and the Automatic Teller Machines (ATM) to its Committee on Judiciary, Human Rights and Legal Matters. http://www.thisdayonline.com/nview.php?id=126674 http://allafrica.com/stories/200810300861.html Cybercrime heads to the cloud Cloud computing crimeware means networks of zombie machines can be hired to steal online banking details for as little as US$299 per month. http://www.zdnetasia.com/news/security/0,39044215,62047877,00.htm ********************** ONLINE TV & MUSIC ********************** French Senate passes bill to disconnect filesharers The French Senate has overwhelmingly voted in favor of disconnecting Internet pirates, despite European Parliament's direct opposition to the punishment. http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/11/01/french_senate_passes_three_strikes_bill/ ************************************************ CHILD PROTECTION, FILTERING & CONTENT REGULATION ************************************************ au: ACMA to pilot cybersafety program for primary and secondary level educators [news release] This week the Australian Communications and Media Authority will launch the pilot of ‘Cybersafety Outreach - Professional Development for Educators’, ACMA’s national cybersafety program designed for primary and secondary level educators. http://www.acma.gov.au/WEB/STANDARD/pc=PC_311484 FTC Launches New Web Site for Kids [news release] consumer and business concepts. Set in a shopping mall, http://www.ftc.gov/YouAreHere takes kids on an experiential journey that presents the FTC’s mission and its important role in American commerce. Kids under 12 are reported to spend billions of dollars on goods and services every year. http://ftc.gov/opa/2008/10/ftcsite4kids.shtm us: Judge mulls dismissing MySpace suicide case [AP] A federal judge wants more time to consider a defence motion to throw out a case against a woman in a MySpace hoax that allegedly led a 13-year-old girl to commit suicide. http://www.nzherald.co.nz/technology/news/article.cfm?c_id=5&objectid=10540375 Sweden's Queen Silvia wants ban on looking at child porn [AFP] Sweden's Queen Silvia wants Sweden to follow the example of neighbouring Denmark and Norway and make it illegal to systematically look at child pornography, she said in an interview on Saturday. http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20081101/lf_afp/swedenpaedophiliainternetroyalslaw_081101172413 ************************** GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC POLICY ************************** nz: IT savvy parties show election colours With just a week to go before New Zealanders go to the polls, IT savvy voters still unsure where their allegiances lie may like to check out responses to InternetNZ's 2008 General Election Questionnaire. http://www.itbrief.co.nz/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3028&Itemid=808 NZ operator group may oppose controversial piracy bill A New Zealand operator group is considering opposing a controversial new amendment which will see operators forced to disconnect repeat copyright infringement offenders. http://www.telecomasia.net/article.php?id_article=11100 ********************************* COMMENT, MICROSOFT & DEVELOPMENTS ********************************* S'pore body unveils digital media mentorship The Singapore Infocomm Technology Federation (SiTF) has set up a mentorship program with the Media Development Authority's IDM Research and Development Programme Office (IDMPO), in a move aimed at boosting the country's interactive digital media (IDM) industry. http://www.zdnetasia.com/news/software/0,39044164,62047863,00.htm WSJ: Google and Yahoo may call the whole thing off [IDG] As the U.S. Department of Justice prolongs its review of their search advertising deal, Google and Yahoo lean further toward scrapping their plans, the Wall Street Journal reported Friday. http://www.infoworld.com/article/08/10/31/Google_and_Yahoo_may_call_the_whole_thing_off_1.html Yahoo, Google May Walk Away From Search Deal - Report The two Internet companies have so far failed to reach an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice on implementing their search advertising partnership. http://in.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idINIndia-36259220081031 http://uk.reuters.com/article/technologyNews/idUKTRE49U0C620081031 http://www.informationweek.com/news/internet/google/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=211800454 Google pays small change to open every book in the world Is there such a thing as a 'win-win' situation? Journalistic cynicism says no. What the phrase usually means is that some people get more than they deserve and others get less - but not so little that they scream blue murder. The big puzzle about the 'ground-breaking settlement' announced last week between Google and its legal opponents, the Authors Guild and the Association of American Publishers, is whether it really is - as all parties claim - a victory for everyone. http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2008/nov/02/google-books-scanning-libraries ********************** TELECOMMUNICATIONS ********************** nz: Carrier group may take on take-down A working party convened by the Telecommunications Carriers Forum (TCF) to address issues with new copyright laws is prepared to consider the ISP notice-and-take-down regime if its members see it as necessary, says the forum’s CEO. Ralph Chivers. http://computerworld.co.nz/news.nsf/news/AE2CBBF5B6490761CC2574F5002A77E7 Brussels renews attempt to seize control of telecoms The European Commission has drafted a revised set of rules for the Internet and telecoms sector to be presented in November. Overruling a European Parliament vote earlier in September, Brussels is pushing for more European rather than national control over telecoms. http://euractiv.com/en/infosociety/brussels-renews-attempt-seize-control-telecoms/article-176716 ********************** MOBILE/WIRELESS ********************** Can Microsoft be a mobile hero? In a rapidly changing smartphone landscape, Microsoft looks like a laggard. Why does it seem so unfazed? The smartphone landscape is changing rapidly with the arrival of the T-Mobile G1, the first phone based on Google's Android software, and the huge success of Apple's iPhone business. And if both of these take big slices of the smartphone market, that leaves less for everybody else – unless they can find a way to respond. http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/2008/oct/30/mobile-phones-microsoft mBlox cops $11,000 of ACMA’s wrath mBlox has been fined $11,000 by the Australian Communications and Media Authority for spamming phones with ringtone download offers without a way to unsubscribe. http://www.itnews.com.au/News/NewsStory.aspx?story=87877 MBlox Fined for Sending SMS Spam Mobile billing provider, mBlox has paid a penalty of AU$11,000 (US$7,153) after the Australian Communications and Media Authority issued it with an infringement notice for alleged contraventions of the Spam Act 2003. http://www.cellular-news.com/story/34379.php mBlox pays penalty for failing to include unsubscribe facility on premium ringtone SMS mBlox, a multinational company headquartered in the United States, has paid a penalty of $11,000 after the Australian Communications and Media Authority issued it with an infringement notice for alleged contraventions of the Spam Act 2003. http://www.australia.to/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=57&Itemid=139 Motorola to Cut Jobs and Delay Spinoff Motorola said it would shed 3,000 jobs, or slightly less than 5 percent of its work force, and delay a planned spinoff of its mobile devices unit as it spends 2009 trying to develop smartphones that will excite the public. http://nytimes.com/2008/10/31/technology/companies/31motorola.html Motorola to shift cell phone business to Android, Windows Mobile Motorola Inc. today announced a radical shift in its cell phone business, saying that it will ship fewer phone models early next year but that the company plans to ship its first Android smart phone by the 2009 Christmas sales season. http://computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9118586 Motorola's struggle for survival The iconic American technology company Motorola is in big trouble. 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