13WMAZ.com: U.S. says Georgia Tech put ‘sensitive government information’ at risk. Here’s why

The lawsuit lists a number of alleged cybersecurity violations, ranging from a lab’s computers not having anti-virus software and the university having essentially “no enforcement” of required cybersecurity regulations. 

FBI takes down ransomware gang that hacked dozens of companies | TechCrunch

The FBI said the Radar/Dispossessor group, led by a ringleader named “Brain,” would exploit security flaws in a victim company’s systems, steal vast amounts of data and scramble the company’s data with encryption.

FTC warns PC manufacturers Asrock, Zotac, and Gigabyte that consumers have the right to repair | TechSpot

Manufacturers are also not shying away from engaging in outright illegal practices that the FTC has called out. For example, many companies still have warranties that are voided if anyone, except the company that made the product, has repaired it.

Crypto Ponzi Scheme Busted: US Court Orders Hedge Fund Owner To Pay $84 Million

The court order details how, instead of generating returns through investments, Ikkurty used funds from new investors to pay out promised returns to earlier participants. This practice, known as a Ponzi scheme, is inherently unsustainable and ultimately leads to the collapse of the scheme when new investors dry up.

What happens when a Waymo gets pulled over in Phoenix?

As self driving cars show up in more cities, new laws will be needed to determine how to treat traffic infractions. https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2024/07/02/what-happens-when-a-waymo-gets-pulled-over-in-phoenix/74197111007/

FBI puts a $5 million bounty on the missing Cryptoqueen—’We will probably know within a few weeks if it’s worked’ | PC Gamer

OneCoin was one of those schemes where people earn commissions for getting others to become “investors” and convincing them to encourage family members and friends to do the same—a pretty straightforward pyramid scheme, in other words— and the money lost to the scam is estimated at $4.5 billion. 

Alabama’s hands-free driving law now in full effect

According to Drive Safe Alabama, the risk of getting in a wreck is increased by 23 times while you are texting.

Forget wheel clamps – illegally parked cars are now getting hit by this dystopian ‘windscreen barnacle’ | TechRadar

However, Barnacle Parking has made it easier for those unfortunate enough to have a massive yellow brick suckered to a windscreen to resolve the situation. The driver simply scans a QR code, pays the fine and the device is remotely released.

The first laws concerning AI are starting to appear in Europe.

the EU is working on the first major law dealing with Artificial Intelligence. As AI becomes more prevalent in daily use, more laws will be on the horizon. Read more…