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Andrew Wyrich


Andrew Wyrich is the newsletter editor at the Daily Dot. He previously served as the deputy tech editor. Andrew has written for USA Today, NorthJersey.com, and other newspapers and websites. His work has been recognized by the Society of the Silurians, Investigative Reporters & Editors (IRE), and the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ).

FCC Denies Net Neutrality Comment Extension

FCC denies request to extend net neutrality repeal comment period further because of coronavirus

First responders had asked for another extension because they are grappling with the coronavirus emergency.

On Apr 21, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Ari Fleischer PS4 China Controller Tweet

Former White House press secretary buys knockoff PS4 controller, blames China

Look more closely at what you buy online.

On Apr 20, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Internet Culture
Facebook Coronavirus Map

Facebook launches county-by-county map to track coronavirus spread

The map shows county-by-county information about people with coronavirus symptoms.

On Apr 20, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Zoom Indiana Election Commission Porn Zoombombed Zoombombing

Meeting about Indiana’s primary hit with masturbation Zoombomb

Probably not what they expected would happen during an election meeting.

On Apr 17, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Mark Warner FCC Virginia Digital Divide

Are taller antennas the key to bridging the digital divide? One senator says so

Mark Warner is one of a number of lawmakers who have said the FCC needs to take more action.

On Apr 17, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Coronavirus FCC Keep Americans Connected Broadband

FCC’s pledge to keep Americans online during coronavirus is proving feckless

More than 700 broadband and telephone providers promised to keep Americans connected.

On Apr 16, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Facebook 5G Coronavirus

Facebook reportedly takes down anti-5G groups after they encouraged taking down phone towers

There is a conspiracy theory linking 5G and the coronavirus.

On Apr 15, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Facebook Washington State Political Ads Lawsuit

Facebook sued for ‘repeatedly’ not disclosing info about political ads

The suit says Facebook allegedly did not disclose all of the information needed under Washington state law.

On Apr 15, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Coronavirus Malicious Websites Domain Registrars

Congress calls on GoDaddy to join the fight against coronavirus

They pointed to studies that showed a spike in the number of coronavirus-related websites being registered.

On Apr 14, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Barack Obama Endorse Joe Biden

Barack Obama endorses Joe Biden

Until now, Obama had largely stayed out of the 2020 Democratic fray.

On Apr 14, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Reddit political advertising

Reddit is opening up political ads to comments

Political ads from January 2019 forward can now be seen by users.

On Apr 14, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Broadband Coronavirus Letter Congress Utility Electric Water

Congress must ensure broadband isn’t shut off after coronavirus, advocates say

Broadband has been getting attention as the next coronavirus relief bill is being considered.

On Apr 13, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Donald Trump Red Dawn Coronavirus Emails

‘Red Dawn’ emails show experts wanted coronavirus social distancing much earlier than Trump recommended

The emails show officials were concerned about the virus early on.

On Apr 13, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Alex Jones FDA Coronavirus

FDA tells Alex Jones he can’t market his products as coronavirus cures

The letter outlined several products that were misleading.

On Apr 10, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech
Signal EARN IT Act

Signal makes a dire warning about Congress’ EARN IT Act

The bill has faced intense scrutiny from digital rights groups.

On Apr 10, 2020 by Andrew Wyrich

Tech