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#lobbying

Tech industry

New Google-led cloud lobby immediately rouses ire of Microsoft

The Open Cloud Coalition is seen by Microsoft as a Google-led initiative to undermine its position in the cloud market.

Tech industry

Google-backed Open Cloud Coalition launches to lobby European lawmakers | TechCrunch

The Open Cloud Coalition (OCC) seeks to enhance competition in the cloud sector with Google as a key member.

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Marketing tech

Meta, app makers launch Washington lobby to fight Apple and Google

App makers are forming a coalition to challenge Apple and Google on age verification responsibilities for minors.

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Tech industry

New Google-led cloud lobby immediately rouses ire of Microsoft

The Open Cloud Coalition is seen by Microsoft as a Google-led initiative to undermine its position in the cloud market.

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#trump-administration

Media industry

fromIntelligencer

The Media Is Now Part of Trump's War Against the Deep State

Jim McCarthy views media bias against clients as a coordinated conspiracy among journalists, government, and activists.

Cryptocurrency

Crypto Industry Lobbies Trump and His Allies After Election Wins

Crypto executives are lobbying the incoming Trump administration to reshape regulations and personnel in favor of the industry.

US news

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Feeling Political Heat From Trump, Colleges Pump Up Their Lobbying

Targeted universities are lobbying aggressively in response to scrutiny from the Trump administration.

Here's what to know about Bondi's confirmation hearing.

Pam Bondi's Senate hearing will focus on her lobbying past, critiques of the Justice Department, and loyalty to President-elect Trump.

fromFortune

Trump's chief of staff is a former lobbyist. Now she'll play the other side, policing special interests who want access to the president

Susie Wiles faces challenges managing powerful interests in Trump's second administration, raising concerns about influence and integrity.

'It's Trump 5.0': Lobbyists reveal how Trump is changing the influence game

Lobbyists must adapt to a new political landscape centered in Florida under Trump, as traditional methods become less effective.

Media industry

fromIntelligencer

The Media Is Now Part of Trump's War Against the Deep State

Jim McCarthy views media bias against clients as a coordinated conspiracy among journalists, government, and activists.

Cryptocurrency

Crypto Industry Lobbies Trump and His Allies After Election Wins

Crypto executives are lobbying the incoming Trump administration to reshape regulations and personnel in favor of the industry.

US news

2 days ago

Feeling Political Heat From Trump, Colleges Pump Up Their Lobbying

Targeted universities are lobbying aggressively in response to scrutiny from the Trump administration.

Here's what to know about Bondi's confirmation hearing.

Pam Bondi's Senate hearing will focus on her lobbying past, critiques of the Justice Department, and loyalty to President-elect Trump.

fromFortune

Trump's chief of staff is a former lobbyist. Now she'll play the other side, policing special interests who want access to the president

Susie Wiles faces challenges managing powerful interests in Trump's second administration, raising concerns about influence and integrity.

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'It's Trump 5.0': Lobbyists reveal how Trump is changing the influence game

Lobbyists must adapt to a new political landscape centered in Florida under Trump, as traditional methods become less effective.

#local-governance

Silicon Valley real estate

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Silicon Valley real estate

Billboard company spent thousands lobbying San Jose officials - San Jose Spotlight

Orange Barrel Media's lobbying resulted in the approval of five digital billboards in San Jose despite significant public opposition.

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Alternative medicine

Profanity-laced Emails, Misuse of CDC Funds: How Big Fluoride Tries to Prevent Towns From Removing Fluoride

Washburn, ND, town commissioners voted to stop fluoridating water after uncovering a lobbying scheme against local efforts.

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Billboard company spent thousands lobbying San Jose officials - San Jose Spotlight

Orange Barrel Media's lobbying resulted in the approval of five digital billboards in San Jose despite significant public opposition.

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Alternative medicine

Profanity-laced Emails, Misuse of CDC Funds: How Big Fluoride Tries to Prevent Towns From Removing Fluoride

Washburn, ND, town commissioners voted to stop fluoridating water after uncovering a lobbying scheme against local efforts.

more#local-governance

#fossil-fuels

Environment

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Public affairs firms in Europe enable pollution by lobbying for big oil, says analysis

Public affairs firms in Europe are enabling pollution by lobbying for big oil, despite fossil fuel clients representing just 1% of their revenue.

Miscellaneous

Plastics lobbyists make up biggest group at vital UN treaty talks

Record numbers of plastic industry lobbyists attend crucial UN talks, opposing production caps amid rising plastic pollution concerns.

fromFast Company

Business

5 deceptive ways the fossil fuel industry is trying to co-opt climate talks

Fossil fuel lobbyists substantially outnumber national delegations at COP29, raising concerns about their influence on climate negotiations.

Environment

5 days ago

Public affairs firms in Europe enable pollution by lobbying for big oil, says analysis

Public affairs firms in Europe are enabling pollution by lobbying for big oil, despite fossil fuel clients representing just 1% of their revenue.

Miscellaneous

Plastics lobbyists make up biggest group at vital UN treaty talks

Record numbers of plastic industry lobbyists attend crucial UN talks, opposing production caps amid rising plastic pollution concerns.

fromFast Company

Business

5 deceptive ways the fossil fuel industry is trying to co-opt climate talks

Fossil fuel lobbyists substantially outnumber national delegations at COP29, raising concerns about their influence on climate negotiations.

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#political-influence

Big oil spent $445m in last election cycle to influence Trump and Congress, report says

Big oil spent $445 million to influence Donald Trump and Congress in the last election cycle.

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SF politics

Lobbyists Spent More Than $500M in Sacramento Last Year

California lobbying expenses reached record levels in 2024, exceeding $540 million, driven by major corporations.

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NYC politics

Qatar hires Bernard Kerik, former New York police chief as lobbyist

Qatar has hired Bernard Kerik, a controversial figure and Trump pardon recipient, as a lobbyist amidst allegations related to 'Qatargate.'

Big oil spent $445m in last election cycle to influence Trump and Congress, report says

Big oil spent $445 million to influence Donald Trump and Congress in the last election cycle.

fromSan Jose Inside

6 days ago

SF politics

Lobbyists Spent More Than $500M in Sacramento Last Year

California lobbying expenses reached record levels in 2024, exceeding $540 million, driven by major corporations.

fromHaaretz.com

NYC politics

Qatar hires Bernard Kerik, former New York police chief as lobbyist

Qatar has hired Bernard Kerik, a controversial figure and Trump pardon recipient, as a lobbyist amidst allegations related to 'Qatargate.'

more#political-influence

US news

Exclusive | Mike Pompeo picked up $300k for Ukraine 'solidarity' trip in 2023

Mike Pompeo has secured lucrative advisory roles post-office, including a $600,000 salary and $16 million in stock options with Ukrainian telecom.

Beer

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Alcohol Wants To Be In Charge Of Selling Legal Cannabis

Alcohol retailers seek to dominate cannabis sales using their infrastructure and lobby power.

Artificial intelligence

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2 weeks ago

Why these artists won't back down in the battle against unethical AI art - and what we can learn from their fight

Artists are organizing to fight back against unauthorized AI use of their work.

Ongoing lawsuits challenge AI companies' claims of fair use under copyright law.

Dinner at Mar-a-Lago Is for Power Games

Mar-a-Lago has become a hub for influential advisers and supporters lobbying for Donald Trump's next presidential term.

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3 weeks ago

Privacy professionals

Kirkland & Ellis Wants To Cave To Donald Trump - Above the Law

Kirkland & Ellis is attempting to appease Trump to avoid potential Executive Orders targeting Biglaw firms.

fromIntelligencer

Dinner at Mar-a-Lago Is for Power Games

Mar-a-Lago has become a hub for influential advisers and supporters lobbying for Donald Trump's next presidential term.

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Privacy professionals

Kirkland & Ellis Wants To Cave To Donald Trump - Above the Law

Kirkland & Ellis is attempting to appease Trump to avoid potential Executive Orders targeting Biglaw firms.

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Toronto startup

Former Ford aide broke lobbying rules for Greenbelt: integrity commissioner | CBC News

A lobbyist associated with Premier Doug Ford violated several lobbying regulations in attempts to alter Greenbelt land status.

'Huawei lobbyists' held in Belgium raids over EU corruption

Belgian police conducted raids in response to alleged corruption involving lobbyists for Huawei and members of the European Parliament.

Europe news

Huawei's lobbying lands it in a bribery scandal with EU politicians | TechCrunch

Huawei faces a corruption scandal in Europe for allegedly bribing European Parliament members to gain political favor.

Exposed: Labour peer's involvement in what appears to be a cash-for-access venture

A Labour peer offered to facilitate access to ministers in exchange for support on a lucrative deal, suggesting unethical practice.

Labour peer faces cash-for-access questions podcast

Lord David Evans allegedly offered access to ministers for a sponsorship deal in an undercover investigation.

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City minister clear to deal with China, says No 10

Downing Street stated that Emma Reynolds will not recuse herself from her duties despite her previous lobbying role.

UK politics

UK ministers and officials treated to hospitality 3,500 times in five years, study finds

Hospitality culture at Westminster reveals potential corporate influence on government officials, with 3,500 recorded instances in five years.

Europe news

fromwww.bbc.com

'Huawei lobbyists' held in Belgium raids over EU corruption

Belgian police conducted raids in response to alleged corruption involving lobbyists for Huawei and members of the European Parliament.

Europe news

Huawei's lobbying lands it in a bribery scandal with EU politicians | TechCrunch

Huawei faces a corruption scandal in Europe for allegedly bribing European Parliament members to gain political favor.

Exposed: Labour peer's involvement in what appears to be a cash-for-access venture

A Labour peer offered to facilitate access to ministers in exchange for support on a lucrative deal, suggesting unethical practice.

Labour peer faces cash-for-access questions podcast

Lord David Evans allegedly offered access to ministers for a sponsorship deal in an undercover investigation.

fromwww.bbc.com

City minister clear to deal with China, says No 10

Downing Street stated that Emma Reynolds will not recuse herself from her duties despite her previous lobbying role.

UK politics

UK ministers and officials treated to hospitality 3,500 times in five years, study finds

Hospitality culture at Westminster reveals potential corporate influence on government officials, with 3,500 recorded instances in five years.

more#corruption

#house-of-lords

Call for ban on lords being paid to offer political advice

Tighter restrictions on paid political advice for peers are being urged to preserve the integrity of the House of Lords.

Revealed: how members of House of Lords benefit from commercial interests

The House of Lords faces scrutiny over accountability and conflicts of interest due to peers benefitting from commercial interests.

UK politics

Peer on board of healthcare firm attended meeting at which minister was lobbied

Jitesh Gadhia's attendance at a government lobbying meeting raises questions about compliance with House of Lords rules regarding lobbying and profit motives.

Call for ban on lords being paid to offer political advice

Tighter restrictions on paid political advice for peers are being urged to preserve the integrity of the House of Lords.

Revealed: how members of House of Lords benefit from commercial interests

The House of Lords faces scrutiny over accountability and conflicts of interest due to peers benefitting from commercial interests.

UK politics

Peer on board of healthcare firm attended meeting at which minister was lobbied

Jitesh Gadhia's attendance at a government lobbying meeting raises questions about compliance with House of Lords rules regarding lobbying and profit motives.

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#transparency

Timid FCA has retreated too far on its name and shame' proposals

The FCA's proposed reforms for greater transparency were abandoned due to strong lobbying from City firms and concerns over reputational damage.

EU data protection

EU events on curbing big tech distorted' by attenders with industry links

21% of attendees at EU workshops on big tech regulation didn't disclose industry links, impacting transparency and public debate.

Timid FCA has retreated too far on its name and shame' proposals

The FCA's proposed reforms for greater transparency were abandoned due to strong lobbying from City firms and concerns over reputational damage.

EU data protection

EU events on curbing big tech distorted' by attenders with industry links

21% of attendees at EU workshops on big tech regulation didn't disclose industry links, impacting transparency and public debate.

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#government-relations

NYC politics

Mets owner Steve Cohen, other casino bidders among top spenders as record $138M pledged to lobby NYC

Casino bidders, led by Mets owner Steve Cohen, are heavily investing in lobbying, with a record $138 million spent to gain government support.

Business

Meet 21 DC power players who shape federal policy for chip companies like Intel, Nvidia, and TSMC

The CHIPS and Science Act has significantly increased lobbying efforts from semiconductor companies, reflecting new trade policies and government incentives.

Miami

In Miami-Dade, Christian Ulvert helps candidates win elections and developers win deals

Christian Ulvert leverages his connections as a political consultant to influence decisions in Miami-Dade County's development projects.

NYC politics

Mets owner Steve Cohen, other casino bidders among top spenders as record $138M pledged to lobby NYC

Casino bidders, led by Mets owner Steve Cohen, are heavily investing in lobbying, with a record $138 million spent to gain government support.

Business

Meet 21 DC power players who shape federal policy for chip companies like Intel, Nvidia, and TSMC

The CHIPS and Science Act has significantly increased lobbying efforts from semiconductor companies, reflecting new trade policies and government incentives.

more#government-relations

Miami

In Miami-Dade, Christian Ulvert helps candidates win elections and developers win deals

Christian Ulvert leverages his connections as a political consultant to influence decisions in Miami-Dade County's development projects.

Tech industry

Big Tech-backed interest group donated to Virginia lawmakers ahead of a failed push to regulate data centers

The Data Center Coalition made its first campaign contributions to influence Virginia lawmakers ahead of new data center regulations.

Prominent Miami-Dade lobbyist 'Dusty' Melton pleads guilty to tax evasion, faces prison

Lobbyist Dusty Melton pleaded guilty to tax evasion, owing over $1.3 million in back taxes, with sentencing expected in May 2025.

Miami

High-profile Miami lobbyist charged with tax evasion, owes $1.3 million to IRS: feds

Eston Melton faces serious legal trouble with the IRS for tax evasion totaling over $1.3 million, expressing remorse over his decisions.

Miami

Prominent Miami-Dade lobbyist 'Dusty' Melton pleads guilty to tax evasion, faces prison

Lobbyist Dusty Melton pleaded guilty to tax evasion, owing over $1.3 million in back taxes, with sentencing expected in May 2025.

Miami

High-profile Miami lobbyist charged with tax evasion, owes $1.3 million to IRS: feds

Eston Melton faces serious legal trouble with the IRS for tax evasion totaling over $1.3 million, expressing remorse over his decisions.

These automakers want Trump to resume the federal charging program

The EDTA advocates for the resumption of the NEVI program to ensure continued development of EV charging infrastructure.

SF politics

Waymo lobbyist activity in SF skyrocketed in 2024 | TechCrunch

Waymo significantly increased lobbying activities in 2024 to support its expansion in the San Francisco area.

Left-wing politics

fromTruthout

Big Oil Spent $445 Million to Influence 2024 Elections - Including $96 Million to Help Trump

Big Oil has invested heavily in Trump's 2024 campaign, with a total impact of $445 million including direct donations and lobbying.

Trump's attorney general pick owned at least $3.9 million in Truth Social stock and made $1 million as a lobbyist last year

Pam Bondi's Truth Social stock raises potential ethical concerns amid Senate confirmation process.

Miscellaneous

Uber, Lyft spent millions pushing for NYC congestion pricing -and stand to make killing

Ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft invest heavily in lobbying for congestion pricing, hoping to benefit financially from the new tolls.

4 months ago

Artificial intelligence

Hochul Weighs Legislation Limiting A.I. and More Than 100 Other Bills

Governor Hochul must decide on 105 bills before year-end, with significant implications for health care, environmental policy, and artificial intelligence regulations.

fromFast Company

4 months ago

Wonder why your electric bill is so high? It may be funding massages and golf for utility execs

Utility companies are charging customers for luxury expenses and lobbying costs, exploiting loopholes in regulatory systems.

Digital life

Trump's Trade Agenda Could Benefit Friends and Punish Rivals

The tariffs aimed at protecting U.S. industries led to a significant lobbying effort for tariff exemptions among businesses.

Business

How private equity convinced Labour to go easy on its multimillion pound tax perk

Private equity leaders celebrated the Labour party's decision to maintain favorable tax rates on carried interest.

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Intuit Begs Journalists to Delete Part of Interview With Its CEO

Intuit attempted to suppress a critical interview section discussing its lobbying efforts against free tax filing, revealing corporate defensiveness.