Breach

Historic Data Breach Affects Nearly 3 Billion: Social Security Numbers, Addresses Sold on Dark Web

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In a shocking revelation, a lawsuit has emerged indicating that National Public Data, a background-check company, was involved in an extensive data breach last April, affecting a staggering 2.9 billion individuals worldwide. This breach ranks as one of the most massive in recent history, exposing critical personal details. The compromised data includes highly sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, alongside full names, current and previous residential addresses dating back decades, and details on family members, some of whom have been deceased for almost 20 years. The scale and depth of the information exposed could … Read more

Google Sued Over Security Breach as Users Lose $5M in Crypto to Fraudulent Play Store App

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San Francisco, CA – A new lawsuit has hit Google, claiming the tech giant allowed an app on its Play Store that led to the theft of $5 million in cryptocurrency from unsuspecting users. The legal action, initiated by affected users, argues that Google failed to adequately vet the application, which masqueraded as a legitimate cryptocurrency platform. The application, known as “Crypto Hound,” posed as a tool for tracking and managing digital assets. Unbeknownst to users, however, it harbored malicious software designed to siphon off Bitcoin and other digital currencies from their wallets. The case … Read more

Former Clerk Convicted in Election Data Breach, Deepening Scrutiny of 2020 Election Misinformation Impact

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Grand Junction, Colo. — Former Mesa County clerk Tina Peters has been found guilty of multiple felonies which stem from her attempts to validate false election fraud theories during the 2020 presidential election. The 68-year-old, who was a prominent figure in the election denial movement, faced allegations that she allowed unauthorized access to sensitive election equipment data. The verdict was delivered by a jury in Grand Junction, concluding a case emblematic of the broader national struggle with election misinformation and false narratives about voting security and results. Peters, a Republican, had aligned herself with notable … Read more

Don Lemon Files $35 Million Lawsuit Against Elon Musk, Alleging Fraud and Contract Breach

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New York — Don Lemon, a prominent television journalist, has launched a significant legal challenge against tech mogul Elon Musk, seeking $35 million in damages due to alleged contract breaches linked to a professional engagement. Lemon’s lawsuit accuses Musk of not meeting contractual obligations after an innovative start-up venture failed to materialize as planned. The conflict centers on a project that promised to create exciting new media strategies using advanced technology. This initiative, which was to be a trailblazing enterprise in the landscape of digital media, reportedly fell through when Musk’s commitments were not fulfilled, … Read more