FTC Investigates Cloud Computing
Last month, we briefly discussed "cloud computing," along with some issues that should be considered when deciding whether to adopt this new technology. Our post focused on data privacy and security issues.
As reported by Kim Hart, of The Hill's Technology Blog, a December 9, 2009, Federal Communications Commission filing states that the Federal Trade Commission is in the process of investigating "cloud computing" to address some of the same concerns noted in the post referenced above - privacy and security concerns.
Companies operating in the cloud, or thinking of moving in that direction, ought to be on the lookout for regulation or guidance that could come from the FTC's investigation.
