Sony Agrees to Testify Before U.S. Congress

[MercurySteam]

Can somebody here fill me in exactly why Sony has to go to court now all of a sudden?

There was a fairly significant breach in security and a truckload of personal info was stolen and now Sony is off to court to justify how they handled it and how they plan to prevent this from happening in the future.

Oh well i know about the long security Sony has endured but why exactly does the courts have to get involved now? Did Sony do something that was illegal? Did somebody sue them? I read the article but I'm still confused.

To have the right to collect people's personal info in different countries, you have to put 110% into keeping it safe. When people become unsure that you can, people like Homeland Security and the Supreme Court get involved. I think even Japan was trying to suspend the return of PSN because they weren't sure that it was still secure.

 

[WorldFree55]

Can somebody here fill me in exactly why Sony has to go to court now all of a sudden?

There was a fairly significant breach in security and a truckload of personal info was stolen and now Sony is off to court to justify how they handled it and how they plan to prevent this from happening in the future.

Oh well i know about the long security Sony has endured but why exactly does the courts have to get involved now? Did Sony do something that was illegal? Did somebody sue them? I read the article but I'm still confused.

To have the right to collect people's personal info in different countries, you have to put 110% into keeping it safe. When people become unsure that you can, people like Homeland Security and the Supreme Court get involved. I think even Japan was trying to suspend the return of PSN because they weren't sure that it was still secure.

oh i see. So basically they have to show proof to the courts about their new security measure on personal information?

 

[MercurySteam]

Can somebody here fill me in exactly why Sony has to go to court now all of a sudden?

There was a fairly significant breach in security and a truckload of personal info was stolen and now Sony is off to court to justify how they handled it and how they plan to prevent this from happening in the future.

Oh well i know about the long security Sony has endured but why exactly does the courts have to get involved now? Did Sony do something that was illegal? Did somebody sue them? I read the article but I'm still confused.

To have the right to collect people's personal info in different countries, you have to put 110% into keeping it safe. When people become unsure that you can, people like Homeland Security and the Supreme Court get involved. I think even Japan was trying to suspend the return of PSN because they weren't sure that it was still secure.

oh i see. So basically they have to show proof to the courts about their new security measure on personal information?

More or less. They also need to show proof of how they handled the situation so the US government can get an idea about how Sony responded from their end when it all hit the fan. Basically by agreeing to appear before Congress, Sony is going to be able to defend their position and justify how they handled it, though I don't know much about how the US handles these things.

 

[WorldFree55]

Can somebody here fill me in exactly why Sony has to go to court now all of a sudden?

There was a fairly significant breach in security and a truckload of personal info was stolen and now Sony is off to court to justify how they handled it and how they plan to prevent this from happening in the future.

Oh well i know about the long security Sony has endured but why exactly does the courts have to get involved now? Did Sony do something that was illegal? Did somebody sue them? I read the article but I'm still confused.

To have the right to collect people's personal info in different countries, you have to put 110% into keeping it safe. When people become unsure that you can, people like Homeland Security and the Supreme Court get involved. I think even Japan was trying to suspend the return of PSN because they weren't sure that it was still secure.

oh i see. So basically they have to show proof to the courts about their new security measure on personal information?

More or less. They also need to show proof of how they handled the situation so the US government can get an idea about how Sony responded from their end when it all hit the fan. Basically by agreeing to appear before Congress, Sony is going to be able to defend their position and justify how they handled it, though I don't know much about how the US handles these things.

So what happens if hypothetically, the US government doesn't like how Sony has handled the situation and Sony's current security measure? Just shut them down?

 

[MercurySteam]

Can somebody here fill me in exactly why Sony has to go to court now all of a sudden?

There was a fairly significant breach in security and a truckload of personal info was stolen and now Sony is off to court to justify how they handled it and how they plan to prevent this from happening in the future.

Oh well i know about the long security Sony has endured but why exactly does the courts have to get involved now? Did Sony do something that was illegal? Did somebody sue them? I read the article but I'm still confused.

To have the right to collect people's personal info in different countries, you have to put 110% into keeping it safe. When people become unsure that you can, people like Homeland Security and the Supreme Court get involved. I think even Japan was trying to suspend the return of PSN because they weren't sure that it was still secure.

oh i see. So basically they have to show proof to the courts about their new security measure on personal information?

More or less. They also need to show proof of how they handled the situation so the US government can get an idea about how Sony responded from their end when it all hit the fan. Basically by agreeing to appear before Congress, Sony is going to be able to defend their position and justify how they handled it, though I don't know much about how the US handles these things.

So what happens if hypothetically, the US government doesn't like how Sony has handled the situation and Sony's current security measure? Just shut them down?

I don't think so, remember that Sony is choosing to appear before Congress. I think that Sony is just trying to defend their position and is reassuring the government that they are still fit to be able to store private data. Data theft on this level would almost definitely qualify as a breach of National Security and Sony just wants to reassure the US that they're handling it to the best of their ability.

 

[Reaper195]

What the hell does the US Supreme Court have to do with this? I'm certain it was the world that was affected, not just the US...

 

[Weaver]

Why not just make it so a coproration with no business at all holding data on citizens, can't hold their data. Especially credit card numbers.

 

[UberNoodle]

Oh, did the US government just bail out a domestic online gaming services provider?
Smells like General Motors protectionism ... er, I mean the Toyota witchhunt.

 

[Buizel91]

I hope hope the investigating committee hacks them to pieces!

Oooh HankMan i think i love you. xD

OT: Well this should be interesting, wonder what the outcome of all this will be.

 

[JDKJ]

Can somebody here fill me in exactly why Sony has to go to court now all of a sudden?

There was a fairly significant breach in security and a truckload of personal info was stolen and now Sony is off to court to justify how they handled it and how they plan to prevent this from happening in the future.

Oh well i know about the long security Sony has endured but why exactly does the courts have to get involved now? Did Sony do something that was illegal? Did somebody sue them? I read the article but I'm still confused.

To have the right to collect people's personal info in different countries, you have to put 110% into keeping it safe. When people become unsure that you can, people like Homeland Security and the Supreme Court get involved. I think even Japan was trying to suspend the return of PSN because they weren't sure that it was still secure.

oh i see. So basically they have to show proof to the courts about their new security measure on personal information?

More or less. They also need to show proof of how they handled the situation so the US government can get an idea about how Sony responded from their end when it all hit the fan. Basically by agreeing to appear before Congress, Sony is going to be able to defend their position and justify how they handled it, though I don't know much about how the US handles these things.

So what happens if hypothetically, the US government doesn't like how Sony has handled the situation and Sony's current security measure? Just shut them down?

I don't think so, remember that Sony is choosing to appear before Congress. I think that Sony is just trying to defend their position and is reassuring the government that they are still fit to be able to store private data. Data theft on this level would almost definitely qualify as a breach of National Security and Sony just wants to reassure the US that they're handling it to the best of their ability.

Quit giving out so much misinformation. This is Congress we're talking about. Congress is not a court, it is a legislative body. And this isn't any kinda breach of national security. It's a breach of Sony's security. Sony does not keep any national secrets.

And I'm sure Sony isn't going to and can't be forced to publicly disclose in detail what security measures they had in place before they were hacked and what new security measures they've put in place after the hack. You do see where public disclosure of that information would be counter-productive to their security efforts, don't you?

 

[SinisterGehe]

I'm a little apprehensive about a governing body drilling an entertainment company on their affairs, it could have positive or negative ramifications for those that utilize Sony's products or products from companies like thus... So... I'm going to wait on this one. And see.

I am just waiting for the day when all major entertainment to hop to Europe - away from government that attempts to control their every move. But time will tell, like you said.

On topic:
And what is this going to benefit anyone? Sony saying "We did a mistake". Does American government try to control every aspect of the country's affairs, where's the "freedom" Americans keep yelling about? -Or do I miss something deep here since I am foreigner...

 

[MercurySteam]

Can somebody here fill me in exactly why Sony has to go to court now all of a sudden?

There was a fairly significant breach in security and a truckload of personal info was stolen and now Sony is off to court to justify how they handled it and how they plan to prevent this from happening in the future.

Oh well i know about the long security Sony has endured but why exactly does the courts have to get involved now? Did Sony do something that was illegal? Did somebody sue them? I read the article but I'm still confused.

To have the right to collect people's personal info in different countries, you have to put 110% into keeping it safe. When people become unsure that you can, people like Homeland Security and the Supreme Court get involved. I think even Japan was trying to suspend the return of PSN because they weren't sure that it was still secure.

oh i see. So basically they have to show proof to the courts about their new security measure on personal information?

More or less. They also need to show proof of how they handled the situation so the US government can get an idea about how Sony responded from their end when it all hit the fan. Basically by agreeing to appear before Congress, Sony is going to be able to defend their position and justify how they handled it, though I don't know much about how the US handles these things.

So what happens if hypothetically, the US government doesn't like how Sony has handled the situation and Sony's current security measure? Just shut them down?

I don't think so, remember that Sony is choosing to appear before Congress. I think that Sony is just trying to defend their position and is reassuring the government that they are still fit to be able to store private data. Data theft on this level would almost definitely qualify as a breach of National Security and Sony just wants to reassure the US that they're handling it to the best of their ability.

Quit giving out so much misinformation. This is Congress we're talking about. Congress is not a court, it is a legislative body. And this isn't any kinda breach of national security. It's a breach of Sony's security. Sony does not keep any national secrets.

And I'm sure Sony isn't going to and can't be forced to publicly disclose in detail what security measures they had in place before they were hacked and what new security measures they've put in place after the hack. You do see where public disclosure of that information would be counter-productive to their security efforts, don't you?

Not being from America, this is just my personal stab in the dark. Thank you for clarifying.

 

[JDKJ]

Can somebody here fill me in exactly why Sony has to go to court now all of a sudden?

There was a fairly significant breach in security and a truckload of personal info was stolen and now Sony is off to court to justify how they handled it and how they plan to prevent this from happening in the future.

Oh well i know about the long security Sony has endured but why exactly does the courts have to get involved now? Did Sony do something that was illegal? Did somebody sue them? I read the article but I'm still confused.

To have the right to collect people's personal info in different countries, you have to put 110% into keeping it safe. When people become unsure that you can, people like Homeland Security and the Supreme Court get involved. I think even Japan was trying to suspend the return of PSN because they weren't sure that it was still secure.

oh i see. So basically they have to show proof to the courts about their new security measure on personal information?

More or less. They also need to show proof of how they handled the situation so the US government can get an idea about how Sony responded from their end when it all hit the fan. Basically by agreeing to appear before Congress, Sony is going to be able to defend their position and justify how they handled it, though I don't know much about how the US handles these things.

So what happens if hypothetically, the US government doesn't like how Sony has handled the situation and Sony's current security measure? Just shut them down?

I don't think so, remember that Sony is choosing to appear before Congress. I think that Sony is just trying to defend their position and is reassuring the government that they are still fit to be able to store private data. Data theft on this level would almost definitely qualify as a breach of National Security and Sony just wants to reassure the US that they're handling it to the best of their ability.

Quit giving out so much misinformation. This is Congress we're talking about. Congress is not a court, it is a legislative body. And this isn't any kinda breach of national security. It's a breach of Sony's security. Sony does not keep any national secrets.

And I'm sure Sony isn't going to and can't be forced to publicly disclose in detail what security measures they had in place before they were hacked and what new security measures they've put in place after the hack. You do see where public disclosure of that information would be counter-productive to their security efforts, don't you?

Not being from America, this is just my personal stab in the dark. Thank you for clarifying.

No problem. If the situation was Australian, then Congress would be your Parliament, not your Federal Courts.

 

[Towels]

Though it previously declined an invitation to appear before the inquiring U.S. Congress, Sony has now changed its mind.

I might be cynical but this time I think everyone will agree when I say how convenient. If congress is discussing it, you can be damn sure the decision whatever it is will not benefit the customers. When they talk about preventing data theft they're actually talking about censoring and controlling internet. They've been trying to do it for years. They just need a good enough excuse.

Bravo, I'm glad somebody said this.

 

[JDKJ]

I'm a little apprehensive about a governing body drilling an entertainment company on their affairs, it could have positive or negative ramifications for those that utilize Sony's products or products from companies like thus... So... I'm going to wait on this one. And see.

I am just waiting for the day when all major entertainment to hop to Europe - away from government that attempts to control their every move. But time will tell, like you said.

On topic:
And what is this going to benefit anyone? Sony saying "We did a mistake". Does American government try to control every aspect of the country's affairs, where's the "freedom" Americans keep yelling about? -Or do I miss something deep here since I am foreigner...

The "freedoms" Americans keep yelling about are personal freedoms, like the free exercise of religion, freedom of speech and press, freedom to be secure in your house from unwarranted search and seizure, etc., etc. These personal freedoms don't mean that the government can't regulate many aspects of the country's affairs. They do. Particularly how business is conducted. There's no "freedom" to conduct business in any way you choose. I may wanna advertise that I'm a plastic surgeon and accept patients who want to pay me to perform boob jobs and face lifts for them. But, unfortunately, I've never been to medical school and have absolutely no idea how to give anyone a boob job or a face lift. And the American government says I can't until I learn how to do so -- which is probably a good idea.

And why are you claiming that Europe is so entertainment friendly? The government in the UK rates video games for age appropriateness. The American government doesn't. They leave that to the video game industry.

 

[Gindil]

This will NOT end well.

I'm sure Congress is going to softball Sony. Meanwhile Sony increases funding to their PACs to sweep this under the rug and make it seem less likely this will happen in the future.

 

[SilentHunter7]

This will NOT end well.

I'm sure Congress is going to softball Sony. Meanwhile Sony increases funding to their PACs to sweep this under the rug and make it seem less likely this will happen in the future.

No way. You can't get two congressmen to agree on what color the sky is, nevermind an actual issue. I guarantee that half the committee will be sympathetic, and the other half is going to want their head.

 

[JDKJ]

This will NOT end well.

I'm sure Congress is going to softball Sony. Meanwhile Sony increases funding to their PACs to sweep this under the rug and make it seem less likely this will happen in the future.

No way. You can't get two congressmen to agree on what color the sky is, nevermind an actual issue. I guarantee that half the committee will be sympathetic, and the other half is going to want their head.

Agreed. Bono Mack sounds like she's out for blood. But in the long run, she'll be happy just getting her dog and pony show covered live by C-SPAN and a quote or two in the press.

 

[Baresark]

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Quit giving out so much misinformation. This is Congress we're talking about. Congress is not a court, it is a legislative body. And this isn't any kinda breach of national security. It's a breach of Sony's security. Sony does not keep any national secrets.

And I'm sure Sony isn't going to and can't be forced to publicly disclose in detail what security measures they had in place before they were hacked and what new security measures they've put in place after the hack. You do see where public disclosure of that information would be counter-productive to their security efforts, don't you?

Amen, a voice of reason. No one read the article. It literally says it's not a trial, but a forum on ideas of how legislation can better help prevent an event like this in the future.

 

[Verlander]

Wait, so in America the victim is responsible? I assume that they also believe that women ask for rape, and that people just want to be murdered /sarcasm

It's the same thing as the BP oil spill, find a large conglomerate scapegoat, and blame them for the failings of individuals, although in this case they are also refusing to consider the temerity of the thieves that did the deed. Good job boys...

Simply put, the government wants to rein in the internet, because they don't understand it and don't know how to control it. Global communications are changing the world at an incredible rate. Congress don't like that because it puts themselves at risk. Sony, a failing business, isn't going to change a thing, and the real technology companies are making far too much money to even pretend to want to help those idiots out.