US Disrupts Russian DNS Hijacking Network in Global Cyber Operation The United States Justice Department announced that it has successfully disrupted a large scale DNS hijacking network linked to a Russian military intelligence unit. The operation, carried out under court authorisation, targeted infrastructure used to conduct cyber espionage against global victims. According to officials, the network was operated by a unit within Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff. This group allegedly used compromised routers to execute hijacking campaigns affecting individuals and organisations worldwide. Targets included sectors such as government, military, and critical infrastructure, highlighting the broad scope of…
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Pakistan Sees Surge In Electric Bikes Amid Fuel Crisis Days after Iran effectively blocked shipping through the Strait of Hormuz following the start of United States and Israeli attacks in late February, businesses in Pakistan experienced an unexpected shift in demand. Electric motorbike outlets, located as far as 1,400 kilometres away, reported a sharp rise in customer enquiries. In Rawalpindi, Haseeb Bhatti, who converts petrol powered bikes into battery operated vehicles, recorded a 70 percent increase in sales during March. Similarly, Ali Gohar Khan, owner of a long established electric motorbike franchise, described the surge as the steepest growth his…
Helium Shortage Hits Tech Supply Chains As Conflict Tightens Supply The global tech industry is facing fresh disruption as a helium shortage begins to affect production across supply chains. Executives report that constrained supply, driven by conflict in the Middle East, has already forced companies to reassess operations and secure alternative sources. Helium plays a critical role in semiconductor manufacturing. It supports cooling systems, enables leak detection, and ensures precision during production processes. However, prices have surged sharply since the conflict began, creating additional pressure on manufacturers. Supply Concentration Raises Industry Risks The supply of helium remains highly concentrated in…
Meta Raises Executive Pay To Strengthen AI Push Meta Platforms is increasing compensation for its top executives as it intensifies efforts in the artificial intelligence race. The company has introduced stock options for the first time while boosting overall pay packages. This move aims to retain senior leadership and ensure long term commitment during a period of intense competition. New Incentives To Retain Leadership Meta has extended stock option eligibility to several key executives. These include Chief Financial Officer Susan Li, Chief Technology Officer Andrew Bosworth, Chief Product Officer Chris Cox, Chief Operating Officer Javier Olivan, President Dina Powell McCormick,…
Sam Altman Steps Down From Helion Energy Board Amid Partnership Talks OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman announced on Monday that he has stepped down from the board of directors of Helion Energy, the fusion startup he has supported since 2015. The move comes as both companies begin exploring the possibility of working together at significant scale. Consequently, Altman stated that holding dual roles had become impractical as OpenAI considers future collaboration with Helion. Moreover, Altman clarified in a post on social media platform X that he will retain a financial interest in Helion. However, he confirmed that he will recuse…
Musk Found Liable In Twitter Shareholder Fraud Case A United States federal jury in San Francisco has found Elon Musk liable for defrauding Twitter shareholders during his 44 billion dollar takeover attempt in 2022. The decision followed a closely watched civil trial that examined whether Musk made misleading public statements about the presence of fake accounts on the platform. As a result, the verdict marks a significant legal development in the long running dispute. The case focused on claims that Musk attempted to influence Twitter’s share price. Specifically, shareholders argued that he aimed to lower the stock value to renegotiate…
Russia Launches First Rocket From Repaired Baikonur Launch Pad Russia has successfully launched a Soyuz rocket from a restored launch pad at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The mission marks the first use of the facility since it sustained significant damage last year. As a result, the launch restores Russia’s ability to send missions to the International Space Station. A Soyuz 2.1a rocket carrying the Progress MS 33 cargo spacecraft lifted off at 1200 GMT. Shortly after, the spacecraft entered orbit as planned. Officials confirmed that it will dock with the International Space Station on March 24. Launch Pad Returns…
Nasa Moves Artemis II Rocket Towards Launch Pad At Cape Canaveral Nasa began moving its Artemis II rocket towards the launch pad at Cape Canaveral early on Friday, March 20, meeting its planned rollout schedule. The agency had previously stated that this timing would preserve the opportunity for a launch attempt on April 1. Therefore, the rollout represents a critical step in maintaining mission readiness. The rocket started its journey out of the hangar at 12:21 a.m. local time, which corresponds to 0421 GMT. Soon after, the slow and deliberate movement towards the launch site commenced. According to Nasa, the…
Blue Origin Enters Race To Develop Data Centres In Space Blue Origin has formally moved into the race to build data centres in space. The company has filed for permission to deploy nearly 52,000 satellites designed to handle artificial intelligence computing in orbit. This step places the firm alongside other players pursuing similar ambitions beyond Earth. The company stated that its proposed satellites would run on solar power. As a result, they would support computing workloads while avoiding many of the constraints faced by terrestrial facilities. These challenges on the ground often include infrastructure limits and development delays. In contrast,…
Kremlin Tightens Grip On Internet Access Across Russia Office workers struggling with blocked connections and teenagers constantly switching VPNs reflect a growing reality across Russia. The government has intensified its control over internet access, disrupting connectivity in major cities and restricting widely used platforms. In recent days, mobile internet outages have occurred daily in parts of Moscow, St Petersburg, and other urban centres. Officials have acknowledged these disruptions. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that the measures relate partly to legal compliance issues involving foreign technology companies. Additionally, authorities cite security concerns linked to the ongoing conflict, including the threat posed…