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    Digital Privacy Battle: U.S. States Clash Over Online Age Verification Laws

    December 31, 2024 • 1 min read

    Nearly half of U.S. states enacted controversial age verification requirements for online platforms in 2024, triggering constitutional challenges and privacy concerns. Federal courts blocked several state mandates while conflicting circuit rulings set the stage for a Supreme Court showdown in 2025.

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    Chinese Hackers Breach US Treasury Through BeyondTrust Software

    December 31, 2024 • 1 min read

    The US Treasury Department revealed a major security breach where suspected Chinese state-sponsored hackers gained access through compromised BeyondTrust remote support software. The incident, currently under investigation by CISA and FBI, is part of a broader pattern of sophisticated cyber attacks targeting US government infrastructure.

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    Chinese State Hackers Breach U.S. Treasury Using Stolen Security Key

    December 30, 2024 • 1 min read

    The U.S. Treasury Department revealed a major cybersecurity breach in December by Chinese government-backed hackers who gained unauthorized access using a stolen vendor security key. While unclassified documents were compromised, officials report the threat has been contained with help from CISA.

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    HHS Unveils $9 Billion Healthcare Cybersecurity Overhaul to Protect Patient Data

    December 29, 2024 • 1 min read

    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is implementing sweeping new cybersecurity regulations requiring healthcare organizations to adopt multifactor authentication, encryption, and network segmentation. The landmark update to HIPAA security rules aims to combat rising cyber threats with an estimated first-year implementation cost of $9 billion.

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    TSMC's Arizona Plant Signals Major Shift in US Chip Manufacturing

    December 28, 2024 • 1 min read

    TSMC plans to begin mass production of advanced 4nm chips at its new Arizona facility in 2025, backed by $6.6B in CHIPS Act funding. The historic move, supported by tech giants like Apple and Nvidia, aims to reduce dependence on Taiwan-based manufacturing and strengthen US semiconductor capabilities.

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    New Law Mandates Federal Agencies to Share Custom Software Code

    December 27, 2024 • 1 min read

    The SHARE IT Act, signed by President Biden, requires federal agencies to share custom-developed software code, aiming to reduce $12 billion in annual software spending. The bipartisan law establishes new policies for code sharing while protecting classified and security-sensitive software.

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    Congress Urged to Strengthen U.S. Election Security Against Foreign Cyber Threats

    December 27, 2024 • 1 min read

    Cybersecurity experts testify before Congress about urgent needs to modernize election systems against evolving foreign threats, including cyber attacks and financial crime. Experts warn of vulnerabilities in legacy systems and recommend bipartisan action to protect election integrity through improved regulations and technology adoption.

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    New Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Create Federal AI Safety Office with Strict Oversight Powers

    December 26, 2024 • 1 min read

    Senators introduce legislation to establish an AI safety review office within the Commerce Department, requiring strict testing and oversight of advanced AI systems. The bipartisan bill proposes penalties up to $1 million daily for non-compliance while aiming to maintain US technological leadership.

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    U.S. Allocates $3 Billion to Remove Chinese Telecom Equipment Over Security Concerns

    December 25, 2024 • 1 min read

    The U.S. government is investing $3 billion to remove Chinese telecommunications equipment from American networks amid escalating cybersecurity threats. The initiative, part of the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, aims to help telecom companies replace technology from manufacturers like Huawei and ZTE while protecting critical infrastructure.

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    Congress Eyes Ban on Chinese Drones, Raising Concerns Among American Users

    December 24, 2024 • 1 min read

    A congressional push to restrict Chinese-made drones over security concerns threatens to disrupt crucial operations across U.S. sectors. From farming to emergency response, Americans who rely on affordable Chinese drone technology worry about the lack of comparable domestic alternatives.

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