North Korean IT Workers Infiltrate European Companies Through Deceptive Freelancing
North Korean operatives are expanding their presence across Europe by posing as foreign IT specialists on freelance platforms, targeting companies in multiple countries. The sophisticated operation enables fund generation for North Korea while creating security risks through potential data breaches and extortion attempts.
EU Launches Social Media 'Stress Test' to Combat Election Disinformation
The European Commission will evaluate major tech platforms' readiness to fight disinformation before German elections in February. Seven tech giants including Meta, TikTok, and X will participate in simulated scenarios testing their compliance with EU's Digital Services Act.
EU Demands X Algorithm Transparency Amid German Election Concerns
The European Commission orders X (formerly Twitter) to disclose algorithm documentation amid concerns over far-right content promotion before German elections. The investigation intensifies regulatory oversight of social media platforms' influence on European democratic processes.
EU Challenges US Export Controls on AI Chips Amid Global Technology Tensions
The European Union strongly opposes new US restrictions creating a tiered system for AI chip access among EU member states. While ten nations receive privileged 'Tier 1' status, others face strict GPU limitations, sparking concerns over innovation and transatlantic technology trade relations.
Emoji Drug Trade: How Social Media Platforms Became the New Dark Web
Drug dealers are shifting from dark web markets to mainstream social media, using creative emoji codes to advertise illegal substances while evading detection. This concerning trend has made drug purchases more accessible than ever, with up to 20% of transactions now happening through popular platforms.
EU Launches Probe into TikTok's Role in Romanian Election Interference
The European Commission has initiated a formal investigation into TikTok over alleged election interference in Romania's presidential race. The probe will examine the platform's content recommendation systems and political advertising policies following concerns about coordinated manipulation during the contested election.