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freddienumber13 writes:
A series of experiments has shown that tau particles have decayed faster than predicted by the standard model. This has been observed at both CERN and SLAC. This suggests that the standard model for particle physics is incomplete and further research is required to understand this new area of physics.
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freddienumber13 writes:
In another patent surprise, this week from the USPTO, where a claim by Apple for pinch-to-zoom has been rejected by the USPTO on the grounds that the claims were anticipated by previous patents or unpatentable. This will be welcome news for Samsung that back in April asked for a stay of the trial [http://phandroid.com/2013/04/18/samsung-apple-trial-stay-request/] however Apple have a short period of time in which they can appeal this finding.
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freddienumber13 writes:
The CCTV cameras operated by the local government in the country town of Nowra, NSW (Australia) have been turned off following an order by the Administrative Decisions Tribunal. The local government is crying because it believes that it is losing an effective method in combating crime in public. Locals however are rejoicing that they are no longer being recorded whilst walking down the street.
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freddienumber13 writes:
Following similar acts passed by foreign governments, the Australian government is now seeking feedback on its plans to bring into law the requirement for ISPs to retain user data for up to 2 years. They're also seeking changes to the law that would allow undercover ASIO agents and its sources to commit crimes which would include, for example, hacking into your computer.
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freddienumber13 writes:
The Australian Government has announced a review of the copyright act to look at the provisions of fair use and exceptions with a view towards considering whether or not the law has kept pace with technology and thus if further provisions are required to ensure the act remains relevant and effective.
