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Apple sued for monopolizing smartphone market by Justice Department
The United States Justice Department has initiated a lawsuit against Apple, accusing the tech giant of monopolizing the smartphone market. The Department alleges that Apple's exclusionary conduct impedes Americans from switching to other smartphone brands.
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Austin: 'We’re advancing a shared regional vision for a free and open Indo-Pacific'
U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III has disclosed his recent meeting with India's Minister of Defense, Rajnath Singh. The meeting aimed to discuss matters pertaining to the Indo-Pacific region, an area that the federal government has long identified as crucial for U.S. security and prosperity. The government seeks to promote both commercial and military opportunities for Americans and countries within this region.
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League of Women Voters files lawsuit alleging AI-generated robocalls in New Hampshire suppressed votes
The League of Women Voters of the United States (LWV), in conjunction with the LWV of New Hampshire and individual New Hampshire voters, has initiated a federal lawsuit against Steve Kramer, Lingo Telecom, LLC, and Life Corporation. The plaintiffs accuse Kramer and Lingo Telecom of employing intimidation, coercion, and deception to suppress voters ahead of the 2024 New Hampshire presidential primary.
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Austin: 'Security assistance for Ukraine to address some of their most pressing security and defense needs'
The Ukraine military is set to receive a $300 million aid package, as announced by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD). This financial boost has been made possible through the president's drawdown authority.
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U.S. Attorney announces that brother of Laken Riley's alleged killer will remain in custody over charges of forged green card
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia announced on March 7 that Diego Ibarra, brother of Jose Ibarra, who is alleged to have killed Augusta University student Laken Riley, will remain in custody while he faces federal charges for using a forged green card to gain employment at the University of Georgia.
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Study Highlights Risks of AI in Military Decision-Making
A study conducted by researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology and Stanford University has underscored the potential perils and complexities associated with incorporating autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) systems into military and diplomatic strategies.
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Austin: US provided ‘humanitarian assistance airdrop to deliver urgently needed humanitarian assistance to the people of Gaza’
The residents of Gaza have received humanitarian aid, as stated in a social media post by U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on platform X. The assistance involved the U.S. military conducting an airdrop of food supplies in Gaza.
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Avast has been banned from selling browsing data by the Federal Trade Commission
Software provider Avast has been prohibited from selling browsing data for advertising purposes, following false claims that it would block online tracking within its products. In addition to this, the company is mandated to pay over $16.5 million in charges levied against it by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
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Endo Health Solutions agrees to global restitution into sales of opioid drug
Opioid manufacturer Endo Health Solutions Inc. (EHSI) has agreed to global restitution for its sales and marketing practices related to its opioid drug. The United States and EHSI have reached a resolution to settle the criminal and civil investigations concerning their opioid drug, Opana ER.
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Laboratory in Georgia pays $14.3 million to resolve liability of using kickbacks and unnecessary testing
The proprietor of Georgia-based Capstone Diagnostics, Andrew Maloney, has pleaded guilty to a felony charge and agreed to pay $14.3 million in order to resolve liabilities associated with kickbacks and unnecessary testing. The illicit payments were made to increase sales of unneeded urine drug tests for at-risk children and respiratory pathogen panels for seniors who were receiving COVID-19 tests.
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The Department of Justice is implementing a new executive order that addresses security risks and protecting data
The U.S. Justice Department has disclosed its plans to execute an executive order aimed at addressing national security risks and enhancing data security. The order's primary focus is on safeguarding the personal data of American consumers.
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Department of Defense issues memorandum for transfer of power after criticism received following Austin’s recent hospital stay
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has concluded a 30-day review concerning Secretary Lloyd Austin’s hospitalization in January. The incident sparked criticism towards President Joe Biden, Congress, and Pentagon officials for their lack of awareness about Austin's treatment for prostate cancer during his hospital stay.
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DOD announces terrorist designations on Iranian proxies
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has announced the designation of a Houthi-affiliated operative known for supporting Houthi attacks against shipping vessels in the Red Sea, as well as a board operator who transports goods to aid their efforts.
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Mexican national connected to Sinaloa Cartel sentenced for assisting in over 40 years of drug smuggling
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced the sentencing of Raul Flores-Hernandez for his involvement with the Sinaloa Cartel and its drug trafficking operations. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reports that the influence of the Sinaloa Cartel is expanding across the United States.
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Undocumented Venezuelan migrant arrested for murder of former UGA student
Laken Riley, a 22-year-old student at the University of Augusta, was tragically killed after being attacked during a jog around campus. The suspect in this case is Jose Antonio Ibarra, an undocumented migrant who crossed the border into El Paso in 2023 before being arrested in New York. After his release, he relocated to Georgia.
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The United States Department of Justice has imposed further sanctions on Russia
In the aftermath of Russian opposition leader Alex Navalny's death, the United States Department of Justice has imposed sanctions on a multitude of Russian companies. This action is aimed at further curtailing Russia's capacity to finance the ongoing war in Ukraine. The full-scale, unprovoked conflict initiated by Russia against Ukraine has now been raging for two years.
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Kamala Harris voices America's continued support for Ukraine
Vice President Kamala Harris has reaffirmed America's unwavering support for Ukraine after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The two leaders convened at the Munich Security Conference in Germany, a significant event that coincides with the two-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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A foreign national who used cybercrime schemes to steal tens of millions of dollars pleads guilty
A foreign national has recently pleaded guilty for their involvement in a cybercrime scheme that resulted in tens of millions of dollars in losses. The individual, a Ukrainian national, played a part in two separate, extensive schemes that led to significant financial losses.
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Funds forfeited by United States from intercepting machinery to Russia is going to support Ukraine
Nearly $500,000 will be allocated to provide aid to Ukraine following the interception of advanced military-grade machinery. The funds were secured after dismantling an illegal procurement network that attempted to import these machines into Russia.
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Center for a New American Security releases report on drone warfare in Ukraine
The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) has released a report examining the transformative role of drones in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. However, the first part of this two-part series on drone warfare characterizes their impact as "evolutionary," rather than "revolutionary."
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