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Dec 30, 2024
Cybersecurity issues are front and center as AT&T and Verizon tackle the Salt Typhoon hack. Trump wants to pause the TikTok ban, mixing politics with tech controversy. On the financial side, banks eye the revenue potential of stablecoins. Meanwhile, Grand Theft Auto VI is set to shatter gaming records, despite industry challenges. Finally, the shift to USB-C charging ports in the EU is a game changer for tech consumers, ensuring greater compatibility and convenience.
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- AT&T and Verizon have addressed security breaches linked to the hacking group Salt Typhoon, highlighting vulnerabilities in telecom networks.
- Trump's legal challenge against the TikTok ban underscores ongoing conflicts between national security concerns and First Amendment rights.
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Telecom Security Breaches and Responses
AT&T and Verizon have announced that they have contained security breaches attributed to a hacking group nicknamed Salt Typhoon, believed to be backed by the People's Republic of China. These intrusions targeted a small number of high-profile individuals in government and politics, raising concerns about the security of cellular networks. Both companies are cooperating with authorities and notifying affected individuals, although they claim to detect no ongoing threats from nation-state actors. T-Mobile also reported suspicious activity but successfully thwarted any unauthorized access, emphasizing the heightened vulnerability in the telecom sector.
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