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OpenEuroLLM: Europe's €52M Bid for AI Independence
A powerful European alliance launches OpenEuroLLM, a €52 million open-source initiative to develop language models reflecting European values. The project unites 20+ research institutions and tech companies in a bid to reduce dependence on foreign AI while maintaining transparency and cultural diversity.
Bluesky Surpasses 30 Million Users as Decentralized Social Media Platform Gains Momentum
Decentralized social network Bluesky hits major milestone with 30 million users, attracting high-profile figures and news organizations. The platform differentiates itself through AT Protocol, enhanced moderation tools, and a stance against AI training using user content.
Major Data Breach: Costa Rican Telecom Exposes 600,000 Citizens' Data in Unsecured Cloud Storage
A private telecommunications company in Costa Rica has left approximately 600,000 records containing citizens' sensitive personal data exposed through an unsecured Google Storage system. Despite multiple warnings, the company remains unresponsive while the data continues to be accessible, raising serious privacy concerns.
Apple Criticizes Adult Content App's EU Launch Through Alternative App Store
Apple voices strong opposition to 'Hot Tub,' an adult content aggregator app launching through AltStore PAL in the EU, enabled by Digital Markets Act requirements. The tech giant expresses deep concerns about safety risks while acknowledging their obligation to allow third-party app stores.
Major Healthcare Data Breaches Expose 1.5 Million Patient Records in Connecticut and California
Two significant healthcare networks have reported cybersecurity breaches compromising sensitive medical data of over 1.5 million patients. The incidents at Community Health Center Inc. and NorthBay Healthcare exposed everything from Social Security numbers to complete medical histories, highlighting the sector's vulnerability to cyber threats.
Trump's Tariffs Set to Disrupt Chinese E-commerce Giants' Tax-Free Import Strategy
Former President Trump's new executive orders target the 'de minimis' rule allowing duty-free imports under $800, directly impacting Chinese retailers Temu and Shein. The policy shift could reshape online retail as companies scramble to adapt their business models and established U.S. marketplaces stand to benefit.
Young Tech Prodigies Gain Unprecedented Access to Federal IT Systems Through Musk's DOGE Initiative
A group of six engineers in their early 20s have obtained extensive access to sensitive government IT systems through Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency program. The controversial appointments have raised serious concerns about security protocols and proper oversight of federal operations.
Racist Mass Text Campaign Exposes SMS Security Vulnerabilities After Election
A coordinated wave of racist text messages targeting minority communities managed to bypass some SMS security measures following Trump's victory claim. The incident, which particularly affected college campuses, has prompted investigations and raised concerns about messaging infrastructure vulnerabilities.
Treasury Payment Systems Access Sparks National Security Concerns Over Musk Team's Request
A controversy has emerged as Elon Musk's associates seek access to critical U.S. Treasury payment systems, raising major security and stability concerns. Senator Ron Wyden has warned about risks to infrastructure handling trillions in federal payments, citing Musk's China ties and clearance issues.
