Trump administration admits DOGE may have misused Americans’ Social Security data
The revelation comes as part of a series of corrections in a legal case over DOGE’s access to Social Security Administration data.
The Download: an AI agent’s hit piece, and preventing lightning
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UStrive security lapse exposed personal data of its users, including children
The online mentoring site UStrive exposed email addresses, phone numbers, and other non-public information to other logged-in users. The nonprofit told TechCrunch that the issue is now fixed, but wouldn’t commit to alerting affected individuals.
Ethernovia raises $90M as investors rush to fund ‘Physical AI’
The automotive-focused company is looking to expand its ethernet-based processors to fields like robotics.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says tariffs are starting to drive up product prices
Jassy said on Tuesday that while Amazon is trying to keep prices low, price hikes may be unavoidable in some cases.
How Leaders Can Use the 5 ‘Work Love Languages’ to Better Motivate Their Teams
To truly motivate your team, you need to understand their ‘work love language.’ Here’s what that means and where to start.
Your Culture Is Your Capital. Here’s How to Turn Soft Values Into Hard Startup Metrics
Coordination spreads responsibility, yet poorly executed, it compounds risk.
Data Breaches Aren’t Just an IT Problem Anymore. Here’s Why Every Team Needs to Be Ready.
Modern data breach regulations have collapsed the traditional recovery process into a 72-hour pressure cooker. Here’s how you need to prepare.
Non-Alcoholic Beverages Are No Longer a Trend. They’re a Business Strategy.
Here’s why founders are drinking less and building bigger beverage brands because of it.
ICE becomes one of the most-blocked accounts on Bluesky after its verification
ICE has been verified on Bluesky, and quickly becomes one of the top most-blocked accounts.
Retail startup Another raises a $2.5M seed to help sell excess inventory
Another raises a $2.5 million seed round led by Anthemis FIL and Westbound to help retailers with off-channel inventory.