THEFT

Jan 30 2025TECHNOLOGY

Is DeepSeek a clever copycat?

A rift in the tech world, as US startups like Trump`s pet project claim that Chinese startups such as DeepSeek and HighFlyer were influenced by US software. David Sacks their government relations, wanted to take some shots at it and Option AI for destroying US Technologies within China. This was du

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Jan 23 2025CRIME

Beauty Boss's Big Blunder: Paying Back Millions

Meet Michelle Mack, a 54-year-old Californian woman who orchestrated a clever but illegal beauty product theft scheme. She admitted to stealing millions from stores like Ulta and Sephora. Now, she's on the hook to pay $3 million in restitution to these retailers. To make matters worse, her fancy hom

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Jan 16 2025CRIME

Drivers Unwittingly Involved in Package Theft Attempt

In Norfolk, Massachusetts, a clever but failed attempt to steal packages involved using food delivery drivers. The town's police were called to a home on Pennacook Street after reports of suspicious activity. They found that three DoorDash drivers had visited the address within a short time span to

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Jan 14 2025CRIME

ATM Theft Leads to Chase and Arrest in Rural Minnesota

In the quiet town of LeRoy, Minnesota, an unusual event unfolded over the weekend. An ATM was stolen from First State Bank, leading to a dramatic chase and eventual arrest. The Mower County Sheriff's Office received an alarm from the bank around 3:20 AM on Saturday. Deputies were told to look out fo

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Jan 12 2025CRIME

Pro Athletes' Homes Still Targeted: How Tech-Savvy Thieves Operate

Professional athletes are facing a new wave of sophisticated home burglaries. The FBI recently warned sports leagues about a rise in break-ins, likely orchestrated by international criminals. These thieves are targeting athletes' homes for high-end goods while the players are away at games. To pull

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Jan 08 2025CRIME

Package Thieves: A Growing Problem in Washington D. C.

Did you know that Washington D. C. has the highest rate of package theft in the entire U. S. ? These sneaky thieves, known as “porch pirates, ” love to snatch packages right off people's doorsteps. In 2023, package theft cost the nation a whopping $12 billion, but D. C. residents felt the brunt of i

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Jan 03 2025TECHNOLOGY

Check Your Chrome Extensions: 33 Are Stealing Data

Over the holiday season, while everyone was celebrating, a group of researchers discovered that 33 Chrome extensions in Google's Web Store had been stealing data for up to 18 months. These extensions affected around 2. 6 million devices. One such extension, used by 400, 000 people, was updated with

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Jan 02 2025CRIME

Japan's Airports & Police Team Up with Manga to Fight In-Flight Thefts

Imagine this: you're dozing off on a plane, and suddenly, your wallet is lighter—by a lot! In-flight thefts are on the rise again as travel picks up after the pandemic. Narita International Airport is taking action with a unique approach. Airport staff, along with police and airlines, are handing ou

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

California's New Crime Laws: A Balance Between Toughness and Reform

In the beginning of 2025, California is rolling out a set of new laws designed to tackle crime, especially retail theft. These laws come after a period where punishments had been eased. Experts note that while these new laws may make penalties stronger, they don't mark a return to the strict policie

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

Athletes Unveil Valuables on Social Media, Invite Burglary Risk

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has given a heads-up to sports leagues. They warn that top players flaunting their wealth on social media platforms could be targeted by burglars. It’s not just any burglars, but possibly organized groups from South America who monitor athletes' schedules an

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