Chinese Hackers Breach U.S. Treasury Office Handling Economic Sanctions
Chinese government hackers infiltrated key offices within the U.S. Treasury Department, including the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and the Office of Financial Research, according to a report by The Washington Post on Wednesday.
US Sanctions Russian and Iranian Organizations for 2024 Election Interference
The United States has imposed sanctions on organizations in Russia and Iran for attempting to meddle in the 2024 presidential election, citing efforts to create socio-political discord and influence voters.
US Army Soldier Charged in Hacking Scheme Involving Stolen Phone Records and High-Profile Data Breaches
A 20-year-old US Army soldier, Cameron John Wagenius, has been arrested and charged with participating in a hacking scheme to sell and distribute stolen phone records.
Tesla Cybertruck Explosion Near Trump Hotel in Las Vegas Leaves One Dead and Sparks Investigation
On New Year’s Day, a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, resulting in one fatality and seven minor injuries, according to Las Vegas Sheriff Kevin McMahill.
Top 12 Cybersecurity and Cyberattack Incidents of 2024
Cybersecurity dominated headlines in 2024 with major breaches, advanced threats, and disruptions to critical systems affecting millions worldwide. Here's an overview of the year's most significant events:
Researchers Find Vital Link between Inflammation and Depression
Researchers have unveiled transformative insights into the relationship between inflammation and depression, a finding that can fundamentally change our understanding of depression's biological underpinnings.
GitHub Battles Rising Issue of Fake “Stars” Inflating Scam and Malware Repositories
GitHub, the world’s largest code-hosting platform, is grappling with a growing problem: the misuse of its "star" feature to artificially boost the popularity of repositories.
Squid Game Season 2 Shatters Netflix Records as Most-Watched Premiere Ever
The streaming giant said the new season garnered 68 million views in its first week and topped charts in 92 countries worldwide.
Elon Musk Renames X Account to ‘Kekius Maximus’ Amid Cryptocurrency Surge
Elon Musk has surprised followers by changing his X (formerly Twitter) account name to 'Kekius Maximus', sparking widespread speculation.
Apple TV+ Offers Free Streaming Access from January 3–5
Apple is giving viewers a chance to explore its streaming platform, Apple TV+, for free from January 3 to January 5.
Kyivstar Partners with Starlink to Bring Satellite-Based Direct-to-Cell Connectivity to Ukraine
Ukraine’s largest mobile operator, Kyivstar, has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink to launch direct-to-cell satellite connectivity,
Volkswagen Data Leak Exposes Location Info of 800,000 EVs Worldwide
For months, the precise location data of approximately 800,000 electric Volkswagen vehicles was accessible online due to a significant data leak, as reported by German news outlet Der Spiegel.
US Treasury Department Suffers Major Cyberattack Linked to China State-Sponsored Hackers
The US Treasury Department recently disclosed a significant security breach, attributing the attack to a state-sponsored hacking group from China.
Venezuela Slaps TikTok with $10 Million Fine Over Viral Challenge Controversy
Venezuela’s highest court has fined TikTok $10 million, citing the platform’s failure to prevent the spread of dangerous viral challenges.
Pro-Russian Hackers Target Italian Government and Airport Websites in Cyber Attack
A cyberattack on Saturday disrupted approximately ten official websites in Italy, including those of the Foreign Ministry and Milan’s Linate and Malpensa airports.
Chinese-Linked Hackers Target AT&T and Verizon in Salt Typhoon Espionage Campaign
Both companies confirmed the attacks on Saturday, stating that their networks are now secure and that they continue to collaborate with law enforcement and government officials to address the situation.
ZAGG Data Breach Exposes Customer Credit Card Information
ZAGG Inc., a well-known manufacturer of mobile accessories, has revealed that a recent data breach compromised customer credit card information.
YouTube Experiments with New “Play Something” Button for Random Video Picks
YouTube is testing a new floating “Play Something” button in its Android app, according to a report by 9to5Google.
Pornographic Content Found in Spotify Search Results
A Reddit user recently shared a screenshot revealing an unexpected discovery on Spotify: a pornographic video appearing in the suggested results for a search related to the rapper M.I.A.
Staying Single in Life Can Have Economic, Medical Disadvantages: Study
People who prefer to stay single all their life could be at a disadvantage both economically and medically than those who are married or in a long-term relationship, finds a study.
