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Uncovering Disinformation - featuring havenX's Alec Harris, Matthew Mezinskis, and Ryan Mcbeth You do not want to miss this episode! https://lnkd.in/gE76U5hu

🚫 Turkey Blocks Access to Discord 🚫 In a controversial move, Turkey has blocked the messaging platform Discord following a court decision related to criminal activities on the platform. Authorities claim Discord refused to share key information requested by the government. The block comes after a surge in public outrage tied to a high-profile crime, sparking debates about privacy and the reach of law enforcement. https://lnkd.in/ejiFWFbB #Turkey #Discord #TechNews #Censorship #Privacy

LinkedIn Updates Privacy Terms to Include AI Use LinkedIn is updating its User Agreement and Privacy Policy to clarify how they use your data, including for training generative AI models. EU, Switzerland, and UK users are protected by law, meaning their data won’t be used for AI training. For others, an opt-out option prevents LinkedIn from using your data. Updates go live on November 20, 2024. https://lnkd.in/diPukjcM #Privacy #AI #LinkedIn #DataProtection #TechNews

MoneyGram and Comcast Hit by Major Hacks A recent MoneyGram hack exposed sensitive data like Social Security numbers, government IDs, and bank info for an unknown number of customers. Meanwhile, Comcast backtracked on an earlier breach, revealing that data from 237,703 customers, including SSNs and account details, was stolen. Both companies are offering identity protection services in response to these serious breaches. https://lnkd.in/eGqEntmy #Cybersecurity #DataBreach #MoneyGram #Comcast #Privacy #TechNews #IdentityTheft #HavenX

T-Mobile Faces Fines After Multiple Data Breaches After a series of security breaches exposed millions of customers' personal data, T-Mobile has been fined $15.75M and committed to investing the same amount to enhance cybersecurity measures. The FCC believes this settlement will set a new standard for the mobile industry, focusing on improvements like zero-trust architecture and phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication. https://lnkd.in/gvGKUQ5x #DataBreach #CyberSecurity #PrivacyMatters #TMobile #TechNews #FCC

Major Data Breach Exposes 1.7 Million Credit Card Numbers! A 10-month-long breach at Slim CD, a payment gateway provider, has compromised nearly 1.7 million credit card accounts, exposing cardholder names, addresses, and expiration dates. The breach was discovered in June 2024 but had been ongoing since August 2023. Affected individuals are urged to monitor their credit reports and statements for unauthorized activity, and consider placing a free fraud alert on their credit file to protect against potential misuse. https://lnkd.in/gia_qfh9 #DataBreach #CyberSecurity #CreditCardFraud #SlimCD #ProtectYourData

🚫 Portugal Upholds Ban on Chinese 5G Equipment Amid Security Concerns! 🚫 Portugal’s new center-right government will maintain the previous ban on using Chinese technology in 5G networks, aligning with the U.S. stance despite the significant projected costs. This decision continues to block Huawei’s entry into Portugal’s market, citing security threats from Chinese involvement in critical infrastructure—a view contested by Beijing and Huawei. Telecom operators will have ample time to replace existing equipment. https://lnkd.in/gwHrTUq5 #5G #Portugal #Huawei #CyberSecurity #Geopolitics

⚠️ Columbus Faces Backlash for Suing Cybersecurity Researcher After Ransomware Attack! ⚠️ The city of Columbus, Ohio, is suing Connor Goodwolf, an IT consultant, for exposing the extent of a ransomware attack that compromised sensitive data, including details of domestic violence victims. Despite Goodwolf's attempts to alert officials, the city sued to prevent further data dissemination, raising concerns about silencing cybersecurity researchers. Experts warn that this move could set a troubling precedent for handling future breaches. https://lnkd.in/gy6iC7AS #Cybersecurity #Ransomware #Columbus #FreeSpeech #PrivacyConcerns

23andMe to Pay $30 Million in Data Breach Settlement Genetics testing company 23andMe has agreed to a $30 million settlement after failing to protect the privacy of 6.9 million customers in a data breach. The breach, which targeted individuals of Chinese and Ashkenazi Jewish descent, exposed sensitive information on the dark web. The settlement includes cash payments and three years of security monitoring for affected customers. With its finances in a precarious state, 23andMe is seeking court approval to halt ongoing arbitrations. https://lnkd.in/gx8qgWjn #DataBreach #Privacy #23andMe #Cybersecurity #GeneticsTesting

🚨 Australia to Fine Social Media Giants Over Misinformation 🚨 Australia plans to impose hefty fines on social media platforms for failing to prevent the spread of misinformation, targeting false content that threatens public health, election integrity, and more. While the legislation aims to hold tech giants accountable, it has sparked concerns among free speech advocates over potential overreach. The government will also require platforms to set codes of conduct to manage misinformation. https://lnkd.in/gJq_NeQC #Misinformation #Australia #TechRegulation #SocialMedia #FreeSpeech