Tech Founder Faces Fraud Charges for Masquerading Human Workers as AI Technology
Federal prosecutors charge Nate platform founder Albert Sangier with fraud for deceiving investors about AI capabilities that were actually human contractors. The case exposes how 60-100% of transactions were manually processed by workers in Philippines and Romania, highlighting growing scrutiny of AI claims in tech.
DOJ Demands Google Divest Chrome and Android in Major Antitrust Push
The U.S. Department of Justice intensifies its antitrust case against Google by demanding the tech giant sell off Chrome browser and potentially Android. The landmark case could fundamentally reshape the digital landscape through forced divestitures aimed at breaking Google's search engine monopoly.
Court Overturns FCC Net Neutrality Rules in Major Blow to Biden's Internet Policy
A federal appeals court has struck down the FCC's authority to classify broadband as a telecommunications service, effectively nullifying net neutrality regulations. The ruling marks a significant setback for the Biden administration's internet policy and reignites the long-running debate over internet service regulation.
LockBit Developer Arrested: Key Figure Behind Billion-Dollar Ransomware Operation Faces Justice
Rostislav Panev, a Russian-Israeli developer of the notorious LockBit ransomware, has been arrested and charged for causing billions in global damages. The arrest marks a significant blow to one of cybercrime's most destructive operations that targeted over 2,500 organizations across 120 countries.
U.S. Semiconductor Technology Found Powering Russian Military Despite Export Ban
A Senate investigation reveals critical U.S. microchips continue flowing into Russian weapons systems despite strict export controls, exposing major enforcement gaps. The Commerce Department's Bureau of Industry and Security faces severe resource constraints while Russian distributors exploit loopholes through intermediary countries.
Chinese Hacker Indicted for Massive Sophos Firewall Attack Affecting 81,000 Devices
The U.S. Department of Justice has charged Chinese national Guan Tianfeng for exploiting Sophos firewall vulnerabilities that compromised 81,000 devices globally. The attack, linked to China's Ministry of Public Security, prompted multi-agency U.S. response including sanctions and a $10 million reward for information.
Chinese Hacker Charged in Massive Sophos Firewall Breach Affecting 81,000 Devices
U.S. authorities have charged Chinese national Guan Tianfeng for exploiting a critical zero-day vulnerability that compromised 81,000 Sophos firewalls globally in 2020. The attack, which impacted U.S. critical infrastructure, led to sanctions against Guan and his employer Sichuan Silence Information Technology Company.
Texas Defense Contractor ENGlobal Hit by Ransomware Attack, Operations Disrupted
Houston-based ENGlobal Corporation, which serves major U.S. government agencies, was forced to restrict IT system access following a ransomware attack on November 25. The engineering firm is working with cybersecurity experts to investigate the breach while maintaining essential operations.
DOJ Dismantles Major Cybercrime Marketplace PopeyeTools, Charges Three Administrators
U.S. authorities have seized PopeyeTools, a prominent cybercrime marketplace operating since 2016, charging three administrators for trafficking stolen financial data. The platform generated $1.7M in revenue by selling credit card information and bank credentials of over 227,000 victims.
DOJ Pushes to Break Up Google's Empire, Demands Chrome Browser Divestiture
In a bold move following Google's search monopoly ruling, the DOJ seeks court-ordered sale of Chrome browser and potential Android spin-off. The landmark case could reshape tech industry dynamics, with Google's chief legal officer denouncing it as a radical intervention threatening American technology leadership.