Author: Grace Johnson

Insider threats remain one of cyber-crime’s darkest tactics. Few employees ever face them. Even fewer describe what happens inside. I recently experienced one firsthand. A criminal group approached me with an unsettling offer: betray my employer for millions. The approach on Signal The message appeared suddenly. “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 contacted me in July through Signal, an encrypted app. I had no clue who they were, but I knew exactly what they wanted. The deal was clear.…

Donald Trump has ordered troops to Portland, Oregon, and authorised the use of full force if required to stop protests targeting immigration detention centres. The president said the move would protect immigration facilities from what he described as attacks by Antifa and other domestic terrorists. He portrayed the city as war-ravaged in a post on Truth Social. This order expands military deployments in US cities during his wider crackdown on illegal immigration. pushback from democratic leaders Democratic lawmakers strongly criticised the decision. They argued there was no need for federal troops in Portland. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek said the state…

Jaguar Land Rover has launched a phased recovery after a large-scale cyber-attack. Some IT systems are now restored, and the company is processing overdue supplier payments with strengthened invoicing capacity. Cyber-attack forced shutdown The attack in August forced Jaguar Land Rover to close its IT networks and halt production lines. Its factories will stay closed until at least next month. The prime minister said the government is working nonstop on a support package for suppliers. Growing concerns suggest smaller firms could collapse if the stoppage continues. Opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer called the crisis urgent but admitted no plan is…

US President Donald Trump has announced a new round of tariffs on imported goods. From October 1, branded and patented medicines will face a 100 percent duty if companies do not operate factories in the United States. Washington will also apply a 25 percent tariff on heavy-duty trucks. Kitchen and bathroom cabinets will face a 50 percent duty. Trump unveiled the measures on Thursday, describing them as essential to shield American manufacturers. On Truth Social, he argued that a “flood” of imports made the action unavoidable. He said the tariffs were necessary to defend domestic industries. The announcement came despite…

An Indian court has rejected a case brought by Elon Musk’s platform X. The company argued that a government portal gave officials unchecked powers to censor online content. A single judge of the Karnataka High Court ruled that X’s petition against the Sahyog portal was “without merit”. The full judgement has not yet been published. X has not yet confirmed whether it will appeal. Second major loss in court This decision marks the second courtroom defeat for X in India in just over two years. The platform had earlier failed to overturn government content blocking powers. Digital rights experts warn…

Canadian privacy officials concluded that TikTok fails to protect children’s data effectively. They said the company does not block underage users and misuses personal details. Children remain on the platform Hundreds of thousands of Canadian children use TikTok every year. The company insists the app is not designed for those under 13. Investigators found that many minors still access the service. Sensitive data exploited The inquiry revealed that TikTok collected sensitive information from large groups of children. The platform used this data for advertising and content targeting. Officials warned that such practices endanger young people. TikTok promises to improve The…

Porsche shares dropped more than seven percent on Monday after the company delayed its electric rollout. The sports carmaker had already warned that weaker demand will weigh on 2025 earnings. Volkswagen shares tumble Parent company Volkswagen also fell by more than seven percent on the same day. It announced billions in new spending to update Porsche’s line-up, rattling investors. The double decline shows how European manufacturers are squeezed by Chinese rivals and a sluggish economy. Outlook downgraded Porsche cut its profit margin forecast from as high as seven percent to two percent or less. It blamed US tariffs, weaker Chinese…

Apple has accused European regulators of unfairly targeting its closed ecosystem, claiming the EU denies users the “magical, innovative experience” that defines the company. “We face a serious threat in Europe,” Greg Joswiak said before unveiling Apple’s latest products and features. The company argues that its walled garden of hardware and software guarantees safety and quality, while EU officials counter that it blocks rivals and restricts fair competition. Years of conflict and a record fine Apple and Brussels have been in conflict for years over competition rules, culminating in April with a €500m fine for alleged anti-competitive practices in the…

Have you reduced your caffeine intake and suddenly noticed your dreams changing? Many people report this effect within a few days. Some describe nights filled with vivid, emotional, or even unsettling dreams. Lowering caffeine brings known benefits like brighter teeth and fewer bathroom visits. Yet one curious side effect stands out: dreams that feel stronger and easier to remember. What could explain this unusual reaction? How caffeine influences sleep Caffeine is a stimulant that blocks adenosine, a chemical building up as we stay awake. Adenosine usually makes us feel sleepy by evening, guiding us into rest. While we sleep, it…

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order that adds a $100,000 fee for applicants to the H-1B visa programme. The order accuses the system of “abuse” and blocks entry unless the new sum is paid. Critics argue the H-1B programme undermines American workers. Supporters, including billionaire Elon Musk, insist it allows the US to attract top global talent. Gold card offers fast-track entry Trump also launched a “gold card” designed to speed up visas for certain immigrants. Entry into the scheme begins at £1m. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stood beside Trump in the Oval Office on Friday. “A hundred…