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Memphis Police Department under national review

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1 year ago

February 6, 2023

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Department of Justice launches review into Tyre Nichols’ death

In the wake of the death of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man fatally beaten by Memphis police officers, the U.S. Justice Department will participate in a review of the city’s police department.

That review was disclosed in a bulletin by Memphis mayor Jim Strickland.

He wrote that the DOJ along with an association of police executives would take part in an “independent external review” requested by the city to address the department’s special units and use-of-force policies.

The Justice Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Sunday.

Video released last month showed five now-former Memphis officers beating the unarmed Nichols with fists and batons as they shouted commands at him.

Throughout, Nichols can be heard crying out for his mother. He was hospitalised and died of his injuries three days later.

The five officers, all of them Black, have since been fired and charged with second-degree murder, kidnapping, and other crimes.

Nichols’ death has further fuelled an ongoing national debate in the United States about race and police brutality.

At her son’s funeral, Nichols’ mother, RowVaughn Wells, called on lawmakers to pass police reform legislation.

Wells is due to attend President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address on Tuesday in Washington. #trending #featured

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Trump trial: will the jury selection impact the trial’s outcome?

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25 mins ago

April 17, 2024

Nathan Langridge

The Trump hush money trial has progressed with the selection of the first seven jurors, marking a significant step in the legal proceedings.

Seven jurors were selected
Defense and prosecution lawyers questioned potential jurors for impartiality
The judge warned lawyers he would not tolerate disruptions after he said Trump audibly muttered during a prospective juror’s questioning

The selection of jurors is a crucial step in ensuring a fair trial, as they will ultimately decide Trump’s fate in this legal battle, as reported by Reuters.

The process of jury selection involves careful vetting of potential jurors to ensure impartiality and fairness.

Each juror’s background, beliefs, and potential biases are scrutinised to ensure they can render an impartial verdict based solely on the evidence presented in court.

With seven jurors already chosen, the selection process is expected to continue as both the prosecution and defence seek individuals who can objectively weigh the evidence.

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How a ransomware attack would disrupt the food supply chain

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6 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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19 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.