#Microsoft announces new security efforts following breach of US officials’ emails

#Microsoft announces new security efforts following breach of US officials’ emails

Microsoft laid out several steps it plans to take to strengthen security Thursday after Chinese hackers were able to gain access to U.S. officials’ email accounts through its system earlier this year. The “Secure Future Initiative” aims to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to detect and counter cyberthreats, expand default security controls embedded in Microsoft products…

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#Schumer, Tuberville duel over stalled military nominees 

#Schumer, Tuberville duel over stalled military nominees 

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) filed a cloture motion Tuesday evening to advance President Biden’s nominee to serve as assistant commandant for the U.S. Marine Corps., getting in front of Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R), who was trying to force a vote on the same nominee. Schumer also filed cloture motions to force votes…

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#Bandcamp United files Unfair Labor Practice violation claim against Songtradr and Epic Games

#Bandcamp United files Unfair Labor Practice violation claim against Songtradr and Epic Games

The filing comes after Songtradr’s purchase of Bandcamp from Epic Games triggered mass layoffs. Bandcamp United press image via Bandcamp United.   Bandcamp United, the union elected in May to represent Bandcamp employees, has filed a claim with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) against Songtradr and Epic Games, claiming the two companies violated the…

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