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US identifies and places $10 million bounty on LockBit, Hive ransomware kingpin
News Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev was linked to specific ransomware attacks, including a 2021 raid on the DC police department
Breach at US Transportation Department exposes 240,000 employee records
News An investigation is underway into the breach, which affected former and current employee data
US ‘Tech Hubs’ drive aims to boost innovation in American heartlands
News The development of the hubs will could help drive regional innovation and support for tech companies
White House targets close relationship with AI CEOs on safety
News Biden admin has called for greater controls on AI, while stressing the tech’s importance
US starts exploring “accountability measures” to keep AI companies in check
News The move follows Italy’s recent ban on ChatGPT due to data privacy concerns
IRS mistakenly publishes 112,000 taxpayer records for the second time
News A contractor is thought to be responsible for the error, with the agency reportedly reviewing its relationship with Accenture
US begins seizure of 48 DDoS-for-hire services following global investigation
News Six people have been arrested who allegedly oversaw computer attacks launched using booters
US seizes millions in stolen COVID relief funds by China-backed hackers
News APT41 had stolen at least $20 million intended for small businesses, but this is a drop in the water compared to the total lost
