The government’s Apple antitrust lawsuit is still on
Jacob Kastrenakes / theverge - The US Department of Justice notched an initial win in its antitrust case against Apple today, with a federal judge rejecting Apple’s attempt to dismiss the lawsuit outright. The government’s allegations are “sufficient to demonstrate Apple’s specific int…
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DOJ Settles HPE’s Juniper Antitrust Case
In a hard-fought legal showdown that no one asked for, U.S. regulators have quietly wrapped up the antitrust case surrounding HPE’s $14 billion bid to take over Juniper Networks. The settlement marks the end of a drawn‐out battle, easing uncertainty for both firms while regulators get to put another case behind them.
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Alleged Minn. Assassin Claims Governor Ordered Political Hit
In a twist more at home in a spy novel than a newsroom, an alleged Minnesota assassin has claimed Governor Tim Walz urged him to kill Senator Amy Klobuchar. A letter from the suspect fuels a murky mix of conspiracy theories and political drama, leaving officials and skeptics both raising an eyebrow.
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DOJ files to seize $225 million in crypto from scammers
Adi Robertson / theverge - The Department of Justice reported yesterday that it filed a civil complaint to seize roughly $225.3 million in cryptocurrency linked to crypto investment scams. In a press release, the DOJ said it traced and targeted accounts that were “part of a sophist…
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Abrego Garcia returns to US to face migrant smuggling charges
In a twist that sounds straight out of a bureaucratic thriller, authorities have brought Abrego Garcia back to the United States to face charges related to migrant smuggling. The controversial case, marked by a botched deportation and ensuing legal wrangling, highlights persistent challenges within current border enforcement policies.
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Probe Launched Into Hacked Phone of Trump’s Chief of Staff
Authorities are investigating an incident involving the hacking of Trump’s chief of staff’s phone, with allegations of a deepfake phishing campaign and unauthorized access to sensitive contacts. The breach raises serious concerns about the digital security of top political officials in today’s cyber-threat environment.
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US Says Adieu To Qakbot Malware Mastermind
U.S. law enforcement has indicted a Russian national linked to the notorious Qakbot botnet, responsible for infecting 700,000 computers. The crackdown underscores authorities’ determination to combat sophisticated cybercrime that fuels widespread ransomware attacks and digital havoc.
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Google Under Fire: DoJ Probes AI Tech Deal Antitrust Implications
Google is under renewed regulatory scrutiny as the Department of Justice launches an investigation into its deal involving AI-fueled chatbot technology. The probe, fueled by antitrust concerns, signals increased government oversight in the rapidly evolving and sometimes bewildering tech landscape.
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Big Tech Under Fire for Alleged Legal Privilege Abuse
A provocative investigation has surfaced, accusing tech giants like Amazon, Apple, and Google of misusing legal privileges to evade accountability. The exposé challenges established corporate defenses and fuels ongoing debates about transparency and fairness in the digital era.
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US Demands Google Sell Ad Tools to Restore Competition
U.S. authorities are ramping up pressure on Google by insisting that the tech giant divest specific advertising products to revive a competitive market. Following a federal judge’s ruling on monopoly practices, the government argues that shedding these assets is essential, though Google claims the move is both unwarranted and technically unfeasible.
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Google Ad Tech Antitrust Trial Set to Begin This September
Google is bracing for a high-stakes antitrust trial over its ad tech practices, with proceedings scheduled to start in mid-September. The case could have major repercussions for the company’s advertising model, as regulators dig deep into its market behavior and potentially reshape the digital ad landscape.
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