US Senators Introduce New Pirate Site Blocking Bill: Block BEARD
US Senators Introduce New Pirate Site Blocking Bill: Block BEARD The Block BEARD bill aims to provide a legal means for U.S. rightsholders to combat foreign piracy sites by allowing…
SEC Debuts ‘Project Crypto’ To Bring US Financial Markets ‘On Chain’
Summary The SEC has launched “Project Crypto” to modernise outdated securities regulations and support a blockchain-based financial future. The initiative aims to facilitate tokenised assets and enhance crypto trading, as…
Trump Launching a New Private Health Tracking System With Big Tech’s Help
Trump Launching a New Private Health Tracking System With Big Tech’s Help The Trump administration has formally announced a new initiative aimed at allowing Americans to share their health data…
In Search of Riches, Hackers Plant 4G-Enabled Raspberry Pi In Bank Network
Summary Hackers from group UNC2891 executed a sophisticated attempt to infiltrate a bank by planting a 4G-capable Raspberry Pi within ATM networks. They employed an innovative Linux bind mount technique…
US Lightning Flash Was Longest On Record At 515 Miles
US Lightning Flash Was Longest On Record At 515 Miles A 515-mile (829km) lightning flash has set a new record as the longest ever identified. The World Meteorological Organization confirmed…
Researchers Develop a Low-Cost Visual Microphone
Researchers Develop a Low-Cost Visual Microphone Researchers have developed a unique visual microphone that captures sound by detecting vibrations on surfaces, rather than relying on traditional audio capture methods. This…
Microsoft Ends Tradition of Naming Competitors in Regulatory Filings
Summary Microsoft has decided to stop the long-standing practice of naming its competitors in its regulatory filings. In their latest annual report, the tech giant did not mention notable rivals…
Google Loses Epic Games Appeal, Must Open App Store To Rivals
Google has been dealt a blow by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals, which upheld a ruling that forces the tech giant to permit rival app marketplaces and billing systems…
Trump Suspends Trade Loophole For Cheap Online Retailers Globally
Summary President Donald Trump has announced the suspension of a trade loophole that previously allowed duty-free, low-value shipments worth $800 or less to enter the US without tariffs. This change…
Apple Reports Biggest Revenue Growth Since December 2021
Apple Reports Biggest Revenue Growth Since December 2021 Apple has announced its strongest quarterly revenue growth in over two years, with a noteworthy surge in iPhone sales. CEO Tim Cook…