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Hacker exploits GMX V1 through malicious smart contract, minting unauthorized tokens

The GMX exchange saw abnormal outflows of multiple assets, suggesting an ongoing exploit. The losses from the attack are around $42M based on the initial estimation.  On-chain data showed suspicious outflows from the GMX exchange. The transactions showed …

Chinese Hacker Xu Zewei Arrested for Ties to Silk Typhoon Group and U.S. Cyber Attacks

A Chinese national has been arrested in Milan, Italy, for his alleged links to a state-sponsored hacking group known as Silk Typhoon and for carrying out cyber attacks against American organizations and government agencies. The 33-year-old, Xu Zewei, has …

US arrests Silk Typhoon hacker accused of stealing Covid research and mass email hacking

33-year-old man was accused of spying for the Chinese government FBI alleges he is part of the Silk Typhoon hacking collective If convicted, he might be looking at decades in jail Italian law enforcement has arrested a 33-year-old Chinese national for …

Chinese State-Sponsored Hacker Arrested In Italy For COVID-19 Research Theft, HAFNIUM Attacks

Global Pursuit Leads to Apprehension in Milan, Exposing Beijing’s Extensive Cyber Espionage Network In a significant breakthrough against state-sponsored cyber espionage, the Justice Department today announced the arrest of Xu Zewei, 33, a Chinese national …

Protecting Your Digital Life: Simple Steps to Keep Hackers and Scammers at Bay

Published 8:03 am Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Why Digital Safety Matters More Than Ever Even everyday activities like scanning your email, online banking, or making a purchase and relying on your phone to do it are laying your personal information at the feet …

U.S. Sanctions North Korean Andariel Hacker Behind Fraudulent IT Worker Scheme

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) on Tuesday sanctioned a member of a North Korean hacking group called Andariel for their role in the infamous remote information technology (IT) worker scheme. The Treasury …

Chinese State-Sponsored Hacker Charged Over COVID-19 Research Theft

The US has announced the arrest of a suspected Chinese state-sponsored hacker, who is accused of involvement in high-profile attacks, including the theft of COVID-19 research from American universities. The individual has also been linked to and the …

Hackers weaponize Shellter red teaming tool to spread infostealers

Hackers weaponize Shellter red teaming tool to spread infostealers Hackers are abusing the legitimate red teaming tool Shellter to spread stealer malware after a licensed copy was leaked. Elastic Security Labs has identified several malware campaigns using …

"He wrote phishing emails": Coding Jesus exposes Pirate Software for exaggerating false hacking claims

(Image via @CodingJesus/YouTube) YouTuber Coding Jesus just dropped the hammer on Jason “Thor” Hall, better known online as Pirate Software. The issue? Hall's bold claims that he was once hacking power plants for the U.S. government. According to …

Suspected Hacker Linked to Silk Typhoon Arrested in Milan

NEWS BRIEF Italian police yesterday arrested a 33-year-old Chinese national wanted by the FBI for his alleged involvement in industrial espionage. Xu Zewei, from Shanghai, China, was apprehended last week at Milan's Malpensa airport on a US arrest …

XwormRAT Hackers Leverage Code Injection for Sophisticated Malware Deployment

A sophisticated new distribution method for XwormRAT malware that leverages steganography techniques to hide malicious code within legitimate files. This discovery highlights the evolving tactics of cybercriminals who are increasingly using advanced …

US Charges Chinese Man Accused of Hacking Into Universities to Steal COVID-19 Research

Hackers Used Simple Password to Access McDonald’s AI Hiring Bot Applicant Data

When security researchers Ian Carroll and Sam Curry decided to try to hack into the backend of McDonald’s AI chatbot last Monday, June 30, they didn’t anticipate just how easy it would be. McDonald’s uses the AI chatbot to hire new employees, and in just …

US Announces Arresting Chinese Hacker Linked to HAFNIUM Group

In a significant development in international cybercrime efforts, Xu Zewei, a 33-year-old Chinese national, was apprehended in Milan, Italy, on July 3, 2025. The arrest was made at the request of the United States, where Xu faces serious charges related to …

"He wrote phishing emails": YouTuber calls out Pirate Software for claiming he was hacker for US government

YouTuber Coding Jesus has called out Jason "Thor" Hall, also known as "Pirate Software," for claiming that he was a hacker for the United States government. On July 8, 2025, the content creator uploaded a video titled, Pirate Software …

Chinese Hacker Xu Zewei Arrested in Italy Amid U.S. Request

In a significant development in the realm of cybersecurity, Xu Zewei, a Chinese national accused of hacking activities, has been apprehended in Italy at the behest of U.S. prosecutors. This arrest underscores the growing international collaboration in …

Chinese Hacker Arrested in Italy Claims Mistaken Identity

The arrest of a Chinese state-sponsored hacker in Italy has heightened tensions between the U.S. and China. Xu Zewei, 33, was taken into custody last week at Milan’s Malpensa airport, igniting a complex international diplomatic situation. Global …

Call of Duty: WWII pulled from PC Game Pass after remote hacking exploit discovered

What just happened? Just days after its arrival on PC Game Pass, Call of Duty: WWII has been pulled offline. The abrupt removal follows a surge of reports from the gaming community about a critical security vulnerability that allowed attackers to remotely …

China-sponsored hacker stole COVID data from top US universities, labs: feds

A Chinese national hacked into the computers of major US universities and research labs to steal COVID-19 data as part of a government-sponsored cyberattack during the pandemic, federal prosecutors said Tuesday. “While the world was reeling from a virus …

Fulton Fish Market Hosts Rally Urging President Trump to Halt Empire Wind Project

Fulton Fish Market rally urges Trump to stop Empire Wind, citing threats to seafood jobs, supply chains, and national food security. BRONX, NYC, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yesterday morning, the Fulton Fish Market Cooperative …

NDSC Applauds Former Officials Urging Congress to Stop Dismantling of Education Department and IDEA Block Granting

CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) commends the former Presidential appointees responsible for the implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) under …

U.S. Consumers Grow More Confident, Walmart+ Gains Traction, According to Prosper July 2025 Data

The July 2025 wave shows growing resilience, with consumer mood and confidence indicators up and spending intent increasing in several categories WORTHINGTON, OH, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consumers are regaining footing …

Cummins Highway Construction Update: July 2025

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Mayor Wu Declares Heat Emergency July 16 Through July 18

BCYF Cooling centers will be open to all residents  BOSTON - Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - Mayor Michelle Wu today issued a heat emergency for the City of Boston beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, July 16 through Friday, July 18 due to the upcoming weather …

AUVSI Testifies Before House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Countering the Threat of Malicious Drone Use

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael Robbins, President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), testified today before the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on …

Frank Ottomanelli to host celebration for Hunters Point South Park Urban Land Institutes 2025 Award for excellence

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ten developments from across North America have been selected as winners of the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) 2025 ULI Americas Awards for Excellence including Hunter’s Point South …

Texas Almanac Named Official State Book of Texas

The Texas Almanac has been officially designated the State Book of Texas following the passage of House Concurrent Resolution 107. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Texas Almanac, produced by the Texas State Historical …

Embedded or Eliminated - New amBaaSsador Program Arms Community Banks for the Embedded Finance Revolution

amBaaSsador Launches to Bring Community Banks into the Embedded Finance Era MO, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a financial era increasingly dominated by digital-native platforms and fintech innovation, community banks are …

Resetting the Table: Free Virtual Course Explores Race, Truth, and Multiracial Democracy

This free 3-part course explores race, truth, and how to build multiracial coalitions for inclusive democracy. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute for Common Power invites the public to attend Resetting …

AMMWEC To Host National Changemakers Conference to Combat Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism July 21 in Washington D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) will host its 2025 National Coalition Conference on July 21, 2025, in Washington, D.C. This landmark …

Luxury Handbags Remain Coveted Must-Haves Despite Tariff Uncertainty, Says Vitkac.com

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Even in the face of ongoing tariff concerns impacting global trade, luxury handbags continue to hold their status as must-have fashion investments, according to Vitkac.com, one of …

Indonesia Takes Strategic Step with USD 34 Billion U.S. Trade Deal

EBC Financial Group analyses Indonesia’s strategic trade offer as Trump-era tariffs threaten Southeast Asian exports. JAKARTA, INDONESIA, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the clock ticking toward a 1 August tariff deadline, Indonesia has …

Community Oncology Alliance Welcomes Christine Pfaff, MBA, RPh, as Director of Clinical Initiatives

Experienced Leader in Community Oncology Joins COA’s Practice Support Team WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Community Oncology Alliance (COA), a national nonprofit organization that advocates for independent …

Indonesia Takes Strategic Step with USD 34 Billion U.S. Trade Deal

EBC Financial Group analyses Indonesia’s strategic trade offer as Trump-era tariffs threaten Southeast Asian exports. JAKARTA, INDONESIA, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the clock ticking toward a 1 August tariff deadline, Indonesia has …

Indonesia Takes Strategic Step with USD 34 Billion U.S. Trade Deal

EBC Financial Group analyses Indonesia’s strategic trade offer as Trump-era tariffs threaten Southeast Asian exports. JAKARTA, INDONESIA, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the clock ticking toward a 1 August tariff deadline, Indonesia has …

Former Israeli Government Insider Achieved Remarkable Accuracy Predicting Major U.S. and Middle East Events

Tzvi Gottlieb, Arab affairs journalist, correctly predicted Israeli attack on Iran with US, Trump-Netanyahu coordination, and Trump's victory in February 2024 JERUSALEM, JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tzvi Gottlieb, …

Mobility City of Cincinnati Supports Local Veterans with Reliable and Speedy Mobility Equipment Repairs

Owners Wally and Abdallah Othman support Veterans & their local communities with mobility equipment repair services for independence & better quality of life. CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mobility …

Scalise Highlights Real World Impact of the OBBB

Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.), Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.), Congressman Jimmy Patronis (R-Fla.), and Rep. Patronis' constituent, Frank …

Delta Air Lines Agrees to Pay $8.1M to Settle Alleged False Claims Act Violations Related to Payroll Support Program

Delta Air Lines Inc., headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, has agreed to pay $8,100,000 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by awarding compensation to certain corporate officers and employees that exceeded the compensation limits …