DATA BREACH

Jun 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Massive Password Leak: What You Need to Know

It is a scary world out there. 16 billion login details have been exposed. This is the biggest data breach ever. It is a result of multiple cyber threats. What does this mean for you? It is time to take action. This is not a drill. Let us start with the basics. What is a password? It is a secret code that allows you to access your online accounts. It ...

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May 22 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Enormous Data Leak That Could Have Been a Cybercriminal's Goldmine

The internet is full of dangers, and one of the scariest is the possibility of sensitive data being accidentally left open for anyone to find. This fear became a reality when a huge collection of 184 million records was found exposed online. This wasn't just any data; it included login details for big names like Apple, Facebook, and Google, along with accounts connec...

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May 16 2025CRYPTO

Crypto Giant Coinbase Hit by Major Cyber Heist

Coinbase, a leading crypto exchange in the USA, recently faced a significant cyber attack. This incident has raised eyebrows in the tech world. The hackers, working with some dishonest support staff, managed to steal a lot of user data. They even tried to blackmail the company by demanding a huge ransom. The attack has been costly for Coinbase. The company might end...

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May 15 2025BUSINESS

Mixed Market Mood as Major Players Make Big Moves

On Wall Street, the market is showing a mixed picture. Some stocks are up, while others are down. This is due to a variety of factors, including big deals and unexpected news. The sportswear giant Nike is expected to benefit from a major acquisition. Dick's Sporting Goods is buying Foot Locker for around $2. 4 billion. Analysts believe this deal will strengt...

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Apr 30 2025SPORTS

Fines and Lessons: The Falcons' Prank Call Blunder

The NFL has taken a stern stance on a recent incident involving the Atlanta Falcons and their defensive coordinator, Jeff Ulbrich. The league has slapped the team with a $250, 000 fine and Ulbrich with a $100, 000 penalty. This all stems from a prank call made to Shedeur Sanders, which exposed confidential information meant for the NFL Draft. The Falcons have respon...

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Apr 29 2025HEALTH

Data Breach Alert: What Illinois Residents Need to Know

A significant data breach has recently affected a major health insurer in Illinois. This breach may have exposed the personal details of over 9, 300 individuals. The insurer, known for its extensive coverage, discovered the issue in February. The breach occurred through their online member portal, Blue Access for Members. Unauthorized access might have happened betwe...

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Apr 15 2025POLITICS

Harvard vs. Trump: The Funding Freeze

Harvard University is in a tough spot. The Trump administration has frozen over $2. 2 billion in grants and contracts. This move came after Harvard's president, Alan Garber, refused to meet certain demands. These demands included eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs, screening international students for "supportive of terrorism or anti-Semitism...

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Mar 24 2025TECHNOLOGY

Genetic Data in Jeopardy: The 23andMe Dilemma

The company 23andMe is in a tough spot. It is struggling financially and dealing with a major data breach. This has raised serious questions about the future of the genetic data of its 15 million customers. The firm, once a leader in DNA testing, is now facing an uncertain future. Its value has dropped drastically since it went public in 2021. The company has never m...

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Spy Apps Expose Millions of People's Data

Spy apps Cocospy and Spyic have a big problem. A security flaw in these apps is leaking personal data from millions of phones and tablets. This data includes messages, photos, and call logs. The flaw also exposes the email addresses of people who signed up to use these apps to spy on others. The apps are designed to stay hidden on a victim's device, secretly sending...

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Feb 17 2025POLITICS

DOGE's Data Dive: What's the Deal with IRS Access?

DOGE, led by Elon Musk, has been making waves in government circles. This time, it's all about an IRS employee with ties to DOGE getting access to a system full of sensitive taxpayer info. This system, called the Integrated Data Retrieval System (IDRS), lets IRS employees peek into taxpayer accounts. It's like having a backstage pass to someone's financial life. The...

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