Title: Iranian Hackers Tried to Give Hacked Trump Campaign Emails to Dems: A Disturbing Escalation in Cyber Espionage Introduction In a chilling revelation, it has come to light that Iranian hackers attempted to provide hacked emails from the Trump 2020 election campaign to Democrats, cyber espionage that marks a dangerous escalation in the use of… Continue reading Iranian Hackers Tried to Give Hacked Trump Campaign Emails to Dems
Tag: political
Crypto’s Shiny New Political Machine
In recent years, the world has witnessed the rise of cryptocurrencies as a disruptive force in the global financial landscape. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies have captivated the imagination of tech-savvy investors and enthusiasts alike. However, as the crypto industry evolves, it is also giving birth to a new political machine that holds the potential… Continue reading Crypto’s Shiny New Political Machine
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, August 21 (game #437)
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, August 21 (game #437) As avid fans of the New York Times crossword puzzle know, every Wednesday brings us a special treat with the publication of the NYT Connections puzzle. This challenging game, created by the immensely talented Kevin G. Der, takes crossword aficionados on a… Continue reading NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Wednesday, August 21 (game #437)
The Trump Shooting, Conspiracies, and Calls for War
Title: The Trump Shooting, Conspiracies, and Calls for War: Navigating Uncharted Territory Introduction: The assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, has thrust the nation into a state of uncertainty and sparked numerous conspiracy theories. As investigators work tirelessly to gather evidence and unravel the truth behind this shocking incident,… Continue reading The Trump Shooting, Conspiracies, and Calls for War
UK’s Labour Is Winning the Meme War, but Young Voters Think It’s All Incredibly Embarrassing
The arena of political discourse has shifted dramatically over the past decade, with social media platforms becoming the battleground for politicians seeking to connect with their constituents. In the midst of this digital age, memes have emerged as a powerful tool for political communication. In recent years, the UK’s Labour Party has taken the lead… Continue reading UK’s Labour Is Winning the Meme War, but Young Voters Think It’s All Incredibly Embarrassing
Twitter Removes Its ‘No Political Ads’ Policy Ahead of the 2024 Election
In a controversial move, Twitter has recently announced that it will be lifting its ‘No Political Ads’ policy ahead of the 2024 election cycle. This move is seen by many in the advertising, media, and digital marketing industries as a way for the social media giant to increase its revenue stream further. The decision had… Continue reading Twitter Removes Its ‘No Political Ads’ Policy Ahead of the 2024 Election
Prosecutors Say SBF Pushed FTX Execs to Make Extra Political Donations
According to recent reports, prosecutors in the U.S. state of Florida are alleging that executives at FTX, an online gaming company, were pressured by a software provider known as SBF to make extra political donations. Specifically, the prosecutors allege that SBF used its legal contracts with FTX to extract additional campaign contributions from the company’s… Continue reading Prosecutors Say SBF Pushed FTX Execs to Make Extra Political Donations
Facebook’s Influence on Political Views May Be Greatly Exaggerated, Researchers Find
Studies have long suggested that the rise of Facebook and other social media platforms can lead to a greater echo chamber in public perception, allowing users to surround themselves with like-minded peers and shielding them from opposing voices. But a new study from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology finds that the influence of Facebook over… Continue reading Facebook’s Influence on Political Views May Be Greatly Exaggerated, Researchers Find
Facebook political microtargeting at center of GDPR complaints in Germany
In recent months, Germany’s Federal Cartel Office (FCO) has been looking into potential violations of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in relation to political microtargeting by Facebook. The FCO, which is responsible for enforcing the GDPR on behalf of the German government, is now focusing its investigations into Facebook’s use of data for the… Continue reading Facebook political microtargeting at center of GDPR complaints in Germany
Google to shut down spam backdoor for political campaigns
In a recent announcement, Google has declared that its automated system for sending out political messages and advertisements to users of its products will be closing its doors for good. The “Campaign Spam Backdoor” as it was known, was a system that allowed political campaigns to easily mass-email large numbers of individuals with political ideas… Continue reading Google to shut down spam backdoor for political campaigns