Connecticut’s attorney general announced today he’s going after an internet company for charging “junk fees” and undermining advertising statements with nearly unreadable fine print. Attorney General William Tong’s office began the investigation into Altice/Optimum Online in November 2022 in response to more than 500 complaints from customers about hidden fees, poor technical support and slow …
Trying to regulate the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence, the state Senate approved a sweeping bill Wednesday night that creates a framework designed to help consumers and avoid the downsides of AI. Lawmakers have struggled for months in a balancing act to try to foster regulation at the same time as some officials are concerned …
The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection reported internet casino gross revenue totaling close to $41.5 million for January, an increase of 37.3% compared to the opening month of 2023. It is the second straight month iGaming operator winnings cleared $40 million, though January’s figure fell well short of December’s record $44.2 million. It was the …
High speed internet access is no longer a luxury — in the 21st century it is an absolute necessity for modern life. Today, more than ever, tens of millions of Americans rely on broadband to work from home, apply for veterans’ benefits, attend school, run their small businesses, and access health care. Yet, hundreds of …
After a year of research and outreach, the state’s Commission for Educational Technology released a draft “digital equity plan” intended to address those disparities late last month. Its main goals include developing digital skills training programs and providing technical support; making more state and local government services available online; and ensuring that all residents can …
Raising a family in Connecticut was one of the best decisions I made. Living here has provided my children with the best education opportunities, healthcare access and employment chances. I’m retired now and watching my sons raise their own families. One thing is certain — raising a family today is a lot harder than it …