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4 tips for using Facebook legally to conduct background checks

Facebook and social media can offer a wealth of beneficial information when vetting job applicants. But heed this advice before logging on to check out a candidate's background

Senators propose mobile location privacy law

The law would require companies to get permission before collecting mobile users' location data

Court says Comerica Bank must pay after customer is hacked

In the second ruling on ACH fraud in a week, a federal court said the bank could have done better

LightSquared may seek extension on GPS report

The LTE-satellite carrier is due to report Wednesday on interference tests

Google Mobile Tips: 2 New Ways to Search Faster

9 Ways to Stop Your IT Outsourcing Deal From Leaking Money

NASA, DARPA looking for your input for futuristic space exploration dialogue

NASA, DARPA looking to form 100 Year Starship Study

Bill proposed to regulate collection, use of GPA tracking data

GPS Act would impose standards, procedures for accessing and using location info

‘Hadoop alternative’ to be open sourced

Information provider LexisNexis is releasing its HPCC Systems technology, but it may have an uphill battle

Study finds technology embracers are a shiny, happy lot

"Tech Fast Forward" group optimistic about technology's role in their children's future