Author: Grace Johnson

Insider threats rank among the most dangerous tactics in cyber-crime. Few employees face them, and even fewer speak openly about their experiences. I recently became one of those rare cases. A criminal group contacted me with a shocking proposal: betray my employer for millions. Sudden approach The first message arrived unexpectedly. “If you are interested, we can offer you 15% of any ransom payment if you give us access to your PC.” The sender called themselves Syndicate. They reached me in July via Signal, an encrypted messaging app. I did not know them, but I quickly understood their goal. They…

Donald Trump has directed troops to Portland, Oregon, authorising the use of full force if necessary to control protests at immigration detention centres. The president said the deployment would defend federal facilities from Antifa attacks and other domestic threats. He described the city as war-ravaged in a Truth Social post. The move expands federal troop presence in US cities as part of Trump’s broader crackdown on illegal immigration. democratic leaders criticise the move Democratic officials condemned the deployment, saying Portland faces no threat that requires federal intervention. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek described communities as calm and safe. She warned that…

Jaguar Land Rover has begun a phased restart of operations following a serious cyber-attack. Some IT systems are now working again, and the company is processing overdue supplier payments with increased invoicing capacity. Cyber-attack halts vehicle production The August attack forced Jaguar Land Rover to shut down IT networks and suspend car production. Factories will remain closed until at least next month. The prime minister said the government is working round the clock on a support package for suppliers. Smaller firms in the supply chain face growing risk of collapse if the shutdown continues. Opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer called…

President Donald Trump has announced a new wave of tariffs targeting key imports. From October 1, branded and patented medicines entering the United States will face a 100 percent duty unless companies operate production facilities in America. The plan also includes a 25 percent tariff on heavy-duty trucks and a 50 percent levy on kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Trump unveiled the measures on Thursday, calling them crucial to protect US manufacturers. On Truth Social, he said a “flood” of imports was hurting American producers. He argued the tariffs would support domestic companies and preserve US jobs. The announcement comes despite…

An Indian court has dismissed a petition filed by Elon Musk’s platform X. The company argued that a government portal allowed officials wide powers to censor online content. A single judge of the Karnataka High Court ruled that X’s challenge to the Sahyog portal was “without merit”. The full judgement has not been released. X has not said whether it will appeal. Another legal defeat for X This is the second major loss for X in India in just over two years. The platform previously failed to overturn government content removal powers. Experts warn the ruling could further restrict free…

Canadian privacy officials concluded that TikTok does not adequately safeguard children’s information. They said the platform allows underage access and misuses sensitive data. Children continue to use the platform Hundreds of thousands of Canadian children access TikTok each year. The company maintains the app is not meant for users under 13. Investigators found that many minors still use the service. Personal data exploited for advertising The investigation revealed that TikTok collected sensitive information from large numbers of children. The platform then used this data to target ads and shape content. Officials warned that such practices could harm young users. TikTok…

Porsche stock fell more than seven percent on Monday after the company confirmed setbacks in its electric vehicle plans. The automaker had already warned that weaker demand would hurt its 2025 earnings. Volkswagen also under pressure Parent company Volkswagen saw its shares drop by over seven percent on the same day. It pledged billions to refresh Porsche’s line-up, unsettling investors. The decline highlights how European carmakers face intense competition from Chinese rivals and a slowing economy. Profit forecast lowered Porsche cut its profit margin target from as high as seven percent to two percent or less. It cited US tariffs,…

Apple has accused European regulators of unfairly targeting its closed ecosystem, saying the EU blocks users from the “magical, innovative experience” that defines the company. “We face a serious threat in Europe,” Greg Joswiak said while unveiling Apple’s latest products and features. The company argues its integrated hardware and software guarantee safety and quality, while EU officials contend it locks out competitors and limits fair competition. Years of disputes end in record fine Apple’s conflict with Brussels has spanned years and peaked in April when the EU fined the company €500m for alleged anti-competitive practices in its App Store. The…

Have you cut back on caffeine and noticed your dreams becoming more vivid? Many people report this effect within just a few days. Some describe nights filled with emotional, detailed, or even unsettling dreams. Lowering caffeine brings benefits such as healthier teeth and fewer bathroom visits. Yet one surprising outcome often emerges: stronger, more memorable dreams. What explains this phenomenon? How caffeine affects sleep Caffeine works as a stimulant by blocking adenosine, a chemical that builds up while we are awake. Adenosine normally signals tiredness at night and clears during sleep. When caffeine interferes, fatigue feels weaker. Once caffeine wears…

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing a $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applicants. The order claims the programme faces “abuse” and denies entry unless the fee is paid. Critics argue the H-1B system threatens American jobs. Supporters, including billionaire Elon Musk, say it helps the US attract top international talent. Gold card introduces fast-track option for wealthy immigrants Trump also unveiled a “gold card” programme to accelerate visas for selected immigrants. Entry fees begin at £1m. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick joined Trump in the Oval Office on Friday. “A hundred thousand dollars a year for H1-B visas,…