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Climate Crisis Threatens Global Insurance Markets as Natural Disasters Intensify
Insurance costs are surging worldwide as climate-related disasters become more frequent and severe, with some regions facing widespread uninsurability. Australia's 28% premium spike and Los Angeles' coverage crisis highlight growing challenges that could leave millions of properties unprotected by 2030.
Chinese Hackers Breach Treasury Secretary's Computer in Major Security Breach
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's computer and those of two senior deputies, accessing thousands of unclassified files. The breach, discovered in December through a BeyondTrust software vulnerability, targeted information on sanctions and foreign investments.
FTC Bans GM from Selling Driver Data Following Privacy Investigation
General Motors faces a five-year ban on selling customer driving data after an FTC investigation revealed unauthorized data collection and sharing through its OnStar program. The settlement requires explicit consent for data collection and easier opt-out options for vehicle tracking.
OpenAI's Media Manager Promise Falls Short as Photographers Left Without Opt-Out Tool
OpenAI has missed its 2025 deadline to deliver Media Manager, a promised system for photographers to exclude their work from AI training data. The revelation highlights ongoing tensions between AI companies and content creators over unauthorized use of copyrighted works for training AI models.
FTC Takes on John Deere in Landmark Right-to-Repair Battle
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit against John Deere over restrictive repair policies that force farmers to use only authorized dealerships for equipment repairs. The legal action aims to provide farmers access to repair tools and documentation, potentially revolutionizing how agricultural equipment is maintained.
Chrome Security Update Patches 16 Critical Vulnerabilities
Google releases comprehensive security update for Chrome browser, addressing 16 vulnerabilities across desktop and mobile platforms. The update impacts multiple Chromium-based browsers and reinforces Google's commitment to maintaining secure browsing environments.
The Evolution of Passkeys: Promising Yet Imperfect Authentication Solution in 2025
Passkeys are emerging as a faster, more secure alternative to traditional passwords, offering unique benefits like phishing resistance and biometric protection. While implementation challenges and recovery concerns persist, industry collaboration is driving improvements in this authentication technology.
Critical SimpleHelp Vulnerabilities Expose Networks to Remote Attacks
Multiple severe security flaws discovered in SimpleHelp remote access software enable attackers to steal files, escalate privileges, and execute malicious code. The vulnerabilities, found by Horizon3.ai researchers, have been patched in recent versions but require immediate updates.
Nevada Court Blocks Police from Exploiting Federal Civil Forfeiture Loophole
A groundbreaking Nevada court ruling prevents state police from circumventing strict state laws by using federal civil forfeiture programs to seize assets. The case, sparked by an unlawful $86,900 seizure from a retired Marine, could have nationwide implications for law enforcement practices.
