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UK Government's £2.3M AI Surveillance Project Raises Civil Liberty Concerns
British Labour government launches controversial AI system to monitor social media posts for 'problematic' content, investing millions in tracking online narratives. Privacy advocates and free speech defenders express alarm over the scope and implications of this extensive digital surveillance program.
Major Data Breach Exposes Black Basta Ransomware Group's Operations and Internal Conflicts
Over 200,000 private messages from the Black Basta ransomware syndicate have been leaked, revealing their sophisticated attack methods and internal discord. The unprecedented data breach provides cybersecurity experts with valuable insights into one of the world's most dangerous cybercriminal organizations.
Ransomware Attack Disrupts Anne Arundel County Services, Joins Growing List of Maryland Cyber Incidents
A ransomware attack by the INC group has crippled Anne Arundel County government systems, forcing critical services offline and potentially exposing sensitive data. The incident adds to Maryland's mounting cybersecurity challenges, following recent attacks on Frederick Health and Baltimore City.
NIST Staff Cuts Threaten Future of US AI Safety Institute
The US AI Safety Institute faces potential crisis as its parent organization NIST plans to lay off up to 500 employees, primarily targeting probationary staff. The cuts come at a critical time for AI safety research and could severely impact the government's ability to address emerging challenges in AI development and regulation.
US Threatens to Cut Ukraine's Starlink Access Over Critical Minerals Deal
The United States has reportedly threatened to terminate Ukraine's Starlink satellite internet access if Kyiv refuses to sign a proposed $500 billion minerals agreement. The standoff highlights growing tensions between the allies as Ukraine seeks continued military support while navigating complex diplomatic pressures.
Meta Employees Debated Using Copyrighted Books for AI Training, Court Documents Reveal
Internal communications exposed in a lawsuit show Meta staff discussed using copyrighted and pirated materials to train AI models without proper licensing. The revelations emerge as the company faces legal challenges from authors like Sarah Silverman in a case that could set precedents for AI training practices.
Clearview AI Leadership Change Signals Shift Toward Government Contracts
Facial recognition company Clearview AI undergoes major leadership transition as CEO Hoan Ton-That steps down. New co-CEOs with Trump administration ties aim to triple revenue by focusing on federal contracts despite ongoing privacy concerns and legal challenges.
Social Media Giants Approve Hate Speech Ads Before German Election Despite Content Rules
Meta and X have failed to block advertisements containing violent anti-Muslim and antisemitic content ahead of Germany's federal election, according to new research. The study by nonprofit Eko found both platforms approved hate speech ads despite their content moderation policies and EU regulations.
Silent Data Theft: South Korea Battles Chinese Tech Security Threats
South Korea faces escalating cybersecurity risks as Chinese technology products secretly harvest and transfer user data abroad. Security experts have identified multiple threat vectors, from embedded hardware backdoors to compromised mobile apps, raising concerns about national security implications.
