A Signal Update Fends Off a Phishing Technique Used in Russian Espionage
Google warns that hackers tied to Russia are tricking Ukrainian soldiers with fake QR codes for Signal group invites that let spies steal their messages. Signal has pushed out new safeguards.
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FirstFT: US objects to phrase ‘Russian aggression’ in G7 statement on Ukraine
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Trump calls US hockey team ahead of 4 Nations Face-Off final against Canada
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Cruise stocks tumble after Commerce Secretary Lutnick signals tax crackdown
Royal Caribbean was the hardest hit.CNBC - 12h -
With Explosive Goggles, Ukraine Sought to Blast Russian Drone Operators
A senior Ukrainian intelligence official confirmed the plot to blow up drone goggles. But it was unclear how much effect the scheme had on Russian forces.The New York Times - 10h -
Europe seeks to replace imported Russian fertilisers with local manure
Commission expected to approve greater use of Renure, a product based on dung, to lower costs and boost efficiencyFinancial Times - 4h -
Anthony Davis injury update: Mavericks star to miss at least two more weeks with groin strain
Davis sustained a left adductor strain in his first game in a Mavericks jerseyCBS Sports - 12h -
Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump touts work of 1st month, praises Musk and DOGE
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Live updates: Musk takes the stage at CPAC; Senate vote-a-rama stretches into the night
Tech billionaire Elon Musk took the stage at this year's Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) with a late-scheduled appearance that saw him wield a chainsaw and discuss a range of ...The Hill - 4h -
Pro-Russian hackers attack Italian websites after president compares invasion of Ukraine to Nazis
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