In the News: Apple on the Hot Seat in D.C.

Apple faces FTC probe over mobile ads, while its "secrecy irks Congress," says Politico. Apple also buys Siri, a voice tech startup, to compete with Google Voice.

AT&T sent a letter last night to iPad owners, explaining last week's security breach.

Cablevision is buying smaller U.S. cable operator Bresnan Communications.

Cambio, an MTV-style website, launches tomorrow from AOL and the Jonas Brothers.

Polo Ralph Lauren extends Wimbledon sponsorship.

Audi is crowdsourcing electric car designs in a contest through July 31st.

Bravo cooks up product placement deals for new season of Top Chef this week.

Coca-Cola unveils retro look for Mello Yello.

Jimmy Dean, country crooner turned sausage entrepreneur, dies at 81.

Microsoft announces Kinect for Xbox 360.

MTV relaunches co-branded creative portal with Swatch.

Progressive Insurance picks contest winner to appear in ads with Flo character.

Skechers produces Zevo-3, an animated series for Nicktoons.

Wendy's pulls disco CD from kids' meals over Donna Summer lyrics.

Virgin America asks Twitter followers to help name new Canadian plane.

Yahoo study on word of mouth advertising gives preference to Web over TV.

UK retailers see World Cup effect, as games lured shoppers away for England vs. USA match.

Venice warns tourists about counterfeit goods with tale of $1,200 fake Louis Vuitton bag.