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FBI Seizes Proxy Infrastructure Powering Chinese Cyber Espionage Campaign

The FBI disrupts a proxy network operated by a threat actor known as QTFY, which provides reconnaissance, proxy management, and operational routing capabilities for Chinese cyber espionage operations. According to the Department of Justice, the group uses two hacking platforms called QScan and QTRouter in attacks against U.S. critical

Fintech Founder Faces Fraud Charges Over Fake AI Shopping App

The founder of Nate raises over $50 million by claiming his shopping app uses AI, but federal prosecutors say the technology relies entirely on human workers in the Philippines.

Justice Department Demands Google Divest Chrome Browser to End Search Monopoly

The U.S. Department of Justice officially recommends that Google sell its Chrome browser to dismantle the company's illegal search monopoly. This proposal follows an August ruling that confirms Google abuses its market power.

Justice Department Pushes Google to Sell Chrome Browser in Antitrust Remedy

Federal prosecutors urge a judge to force Google to spin off its Chrome browser following a landmark antitrust win. The proposed penalties also target Google's AI initiatives and Android operating system.

Judge Sets August 2025 Deadline for Google Search Antitrust Punishment

A federal judge establishes a timeline for penalties against Google after ruling the company holds an illegal search monopoly. The final decision, expected by August 2025, faces potential shifts from the upcoming presidential election.

Huawei and Silicon Valley Subsidiary Accused of Stealing Cisco Router Secrets

A federal indictment alleges that Huawei and its Santa Clara-based Futurewei subsidiary steal operating system code and trade secrets from Cisco to replicate routers. The Justice Department claims the stolen data is used to manufacture Huawei-branded routers sold in the United States.

All 50 US States Launch Joint Antitrust Probe Into Google

A bipartisan coalition of 50 state attorneys general opens a major antitrust investigation into Google's search and advertising practices. The inquiry adds to growing federal efforts to curb the market dominance of major technology companies.

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Justice Department Launches Broad Antitrust Review of Big Tech Platforms

The U.S. Justice Department initiates a sweeping antitrust investigation into major online platforms to determine if they stifle competition and harm consumers. The review broadly targets search engines, social media networks, and online retail services.

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Justice Department Launches Broad Antitrust Review of Major Tech Platforms

The U.S. Department of Justice initiates a sweeping antitrust investigation into large technology companies, causing immediate drops in tech stock prices. The review focuses on market competition, stifled innovation, and the massive amount of consumer data controlled by these online platforms.

Assange Faces Espionage Act Charges in Landmark Press Freedom Case

U.S. prosecutors charge WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange with 17 new counts under the Espionage Act for publishing classified documents. The case raises significant concerns about First Amendment rights and the future of journalism.

US Department of Justice Hits Huawei with Sweeping Criminal Charges

The U.S. Department of Justice unseals a series of indictments against Huawei and its CFO, accusing the tech giant of trade secret theft and financial fraud. These aggressive legal actions highlight escalating tensions as the U.S. works to keep Huawei hardware out of global 5G networks.