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Pac-12, Pac-15, bowl games, ESPN, Fox
Aug 8, 2023

Pac-12’s downfall came after it could not adjust to changing media landscape

Larry Scott boasted five years ago that the Pac-12 Conference would be able "to adapt, react and take advantage of this new world media order that's coming in a way others can't." As it turns out, Scott's statement instead ended up reflecting what rival conferences and commissioners did.

Pac-12, Arizona State, Pacific Northwest, Big Ten
Aug 4, 2023

Big Ten clears way for Oregon, Washington to join, sources say

The Big Ten has cleared the way for Oregon and Washington to apply for membership and join the conference, four people with familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Friday, dealing a crushing blow to the beleaguered Pac-12.

Apple watches, veterans, Phoenix VA, Schweikert, Kaiser
Jul 18, 2023

Schweikert must keep fighting to stop government bureaucracy, red tape from hurting veterans

In January, the International Trade Commission made a decision in a lawsuit against Apple filed by Masimo, a medical technology company, that could result in a ban on Apple Watches, and that’s a major issue for veterans here in Arizona who rely on the watches for quick and affordable access to healthcare.

Mar 7, 2022

App Store bill puts Arizonans’ sensitive info at risk

Today many of us use our devices to manage our lives. We use them for banking, shopping, gaming, entertainment, and even finding love. But if the Arizona state Legislature gets... […]

Jun 4, 2021

Time to restore fairness in the App marketplace

As this issue heats up, Arizona’s congressional delegation should help ensure fairness for app developers of all sizes by addressing some of the more flagrant anti-competitive restrictions and regulations that Apple uses to maintain its dominance in the marketplace. Doing so would help spur innovation and drive growth across the tech sector.

Mar 3, 2021

HB2005 would benefit billionaires at expense of Arizona developers

If you read “It’s time to free ourselves from ‘Big Tech’ monopoly” by Reps. Regina Cobb and Leo Biasiucci, you might think Arizona’s economy hinges on the success of Candy Crush and Fortnite. And if you read a little further, HB 2005 is all about giving Arizonians relief from “Big Tech” for better prices on Cardinals skins to use in Fortnite.

Feb 19, 2021

It’s time to free ourselves from ‘Big Tech’ monopoly

This is a bipartisan issue. We know that taking on the app tax to bring businesses and jobs to Arizona is something we can all get behind, all while loosening the stranglehold Big Tech has over our daily lives – and pocketbooks!

May 11, 2020

Big tech finds solutions to protect people, keep economy alive

As someone with a background in technology and finance, it is great to see our country’s tech companies step up when we need them the most.

Mar 6, 2020

Chandler engineer fights rigged Arizona system

Greg Mills’ ability to earn an honest living should not depend on whether he receives a W-2 or 1099 tax form. Rules based on such arbitrary distinctions cannot stand. If he is qualified to work for a manufacturer, he is qualified to work for himself.

Nov 7, 2017

Waymo rolls out vans without human drivers

The move by Waymo, which started Oct. 19 with an automated Chrysler Pacifica minivan in Chandler is a major step toward vehicles driving themselves without human backups on public roads.

In this Dec. 12, 2013 file photo, a woman walks by a banner advertising iPhone 5c at a subway station in Seoul, South Korea. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
Mar 4, 2015

Ducey signs bill to give tax credits to Apple

Governor Doug Ducey has signed a bill granting Apple renewable tax credits and tax exemptions for the $2 billion data center it plans to open in Mesa.

Feb 6, 2015

Free market advocates push incentive change for Apple

Apple’s big plan to build a $2 billion data center in Mesa has some of the Capitol’s most ardent free market advocates tasting the forbidden fruit of targeted tax incentives.

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