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China buddies up to Putin as Biden leaves Kyiv

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1 year ago

February 21, 2023

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Russian President Vladimir Putin was due to make a speech on Tuesday setting out aims for the second year of his invasion of Ukraine, a day after U.S. President Joe Biden walked the streets of Kyiv promising to stand with Ukraine as long as it takes.

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* Biden promised new military aid for Ukraine worth $500 million during the visit to Kyiv and said more sanctions would be announced this week against the Russian elite and companies. Biden later arrived in Warsaw, television footage showed.

* Biden is scheduled to meet in Warsaw with Poland’s President Andrzej Duda, along with other leaders of countries on NATO’s eastern flank. Biden and Duda will discuss reinforcing Poland’s security and increasing the NATO presence in the country, the Polish president’s foreign affairs adviser said.

* China is “deeply worried” that the Ukraine conflict could spiral out of control, foreign minister Qin Gang said, and he called on certain countries to stop “fuelling the fire” in an apparent dig at the United States.

* China told the United States to keep out of its relationship with Russia, just as Beijing’s top diplomat prepared for a visit to Moscow on Tuesday.

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How a ransomware attack would disrupt the food supply chain

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2 hours ago

April 17, 2024

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Massive financial gains continue to be one of the top motivating factors behind cyberattacks.

The Information Technology – Information Sharing and Analysis Center (IT-ISAC) has been tracking ransomware incidents and trends since 2021.

Despite government and law enforcement efforts to take down malicious infrastructure, new ransomware strains continue to emerge.

The company just released its analysis of the 2023 ransomware landscape report and insights for 2024.

Jonathan Braley, Director of the Food and Ag-ISAC joins Veronica Dudo to discuss. #IN AMERICA TODAY #featured #ransomware #ransomwareattacks #foodsupplychain

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Curious times for AI & investing as stark reality becomes clear

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15 hours ago

April 16, 2024

Mike Loder

Both private funding for startups and corporate mergers and acquisitions within the sector have decreased, reflecting a shift in investor sentiment.

While some AI ventures continue to attract significant investments, experts attribute the overall downturn to challenges in scaling AI technologies and a more cautious investment climate.

Generative AI stands out as a bright spot, experiencing exponential growth in funding despite lingering skepticism among corporate executives.

Amidst this market correction, some view the shift as necessary for a more sustainable investment landscape, predicting stable growth in the coming years.

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Game on with charitable cause and fresh titles of the week

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18 hours ago

April 16, 2024

Mike Loder

Xbox ANZ partners with Cure Cancer in an clever collaboration, introducing three exclusive Xbox Series X consoles inspired by the pioneering cancer research of Dr. Arutha Kulasinghe from The University of Queensland.

These unique designs, reflecting Dr. Kulasinghe’s innovative tumour mapping techniques, are currently available for auction, offering gamers an opportunity to contribute to a noble cause while acquiring a prized gaming collectible.

Meanwhile, Nintendo Switch Online unveils its latest additions, including the long-awaited Wrecking Crew 98, previously exclusive to Japan, now accessible to a global audience.

In the gaming sphere, this week brings diverse experiences, from the underwater exploration and sushi entrepreneurship of “Dave the Diver” to the enchanting narrative journey of “Harold Halibut” and the thrilling action RPG “No Rest for the Wicked” by Moon Studios, promising captivating adventures across PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.