The Internet’s Deepfake Porn Problem and Google’s Response
The prevalence of deepfake porn on the internet has become a significant issue, as evidenced by the increasing number of copyright takedown requests. Google, in particular, is facing a surge in these requests, which could potentially lead to a wave of lawsuits.
Airbnb’s Privacy Win and Crypto Exchange Executives’ Mysterious Disappearance
In a positive development for privacy advocates, Airbnb has announced that it will no longer require users to provide their legal names when booking accommodations. However, in a concerning turn of events, two executives from a crypto exchange—Tigran Gambaryan, a former IRS financial crimes investigator, and Nadeem Anjarwalla, a UK-based government affairs specialist—have vanished without a trace, raising questions about the company’s operations.
UFO Sightings and Government Secrets
A recent UFO sighting has sparked curiosity and speculation, with some experts suggesting that the object in question may not be extraterrestrial in nature. Meanwhile, the US House Intelligence Committee chair held a closed-door meeting, urging lawmakers to block privacy reforms to a major US surveillance program, citing national security concerns.
Trump’s 2024 Nomination and Potential Threats to Election Integrity
Donald Trump has secured enough delegates in the 2024 Republican primary to officially win the party’s nomination. Experts worry that if Trump wins another term in the White House, he could undermine election integrity and pose a threat to democratic processes.
Online Predators Targeting Children on Popular Platforms
A disturbing trend has emerged, with online predators using popular platforms like Discord, Telegram, and even Roblox to target children and coerce them into committing horrific acts of abuse or worse.
Insurance Companies Monitoring Driving Habits Through Data Brokers
Insurance companies are increasingly relying on data brokers like LexisNexus to obtain car data directly from manufacturers, such as General Motors, in order to create ”risk” scores for individual drivers. These scores are then used to set insurance premiums, often without the knowledge or consent of the drivers themselves. As a result, many drivers who refuse to carry GPS devices or download tracking apps are seeing their monthly insurance payments skyrocket.
Crypto Exchange’s Alleged Ties to North Korea Challenged by US Justice Department
A crypto exchange has been accused of having ties to North Korea; however, the US Justice Department has countered this claim in court using blockchain analysis and a trail of financial paperwork.
Popular Safes Contain Secret Backdoors, Posing Security Risks
Two commercial safe makers have been exposed for installing backdoors in their safes, according to a letter by US Senator Ron Wyden. The presence of reset codes has prompted the Department of Defense to ban the use of these safes within the US government. Wyden warns that knowledge of these codes leaves consumers vulnerable to criminals and spies, and has called on the National Counterintelligence and Security Center to issue an alert to inform Americans about the risks associated with these safes.
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Bet you didn’t think those spontaneous drag races would hike up your insurance, did you
Suddenly realizing your lead foot might be thinning your wallet, huh
Guess aggressive lane changes are more expensive than you thought, Oscar.