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ULS

UL Solutions has raised concerns about an unauthorized UL mark on a Wi-Fi smoke detector sold by Jinlankeji Co. Ltd. This could impact the credibility and trust in UL Solutions' certification process.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 16, 2024 | 6:56 am

ZM

Zoom Video Communications is under scrutiny after a post from HackManac suggested a potential data breach by UserSec, a pro-Russian hacking group. The group claims to have compromised 2 million user accounts, including a sample list of 95 user login credentials with passwords in plain text. The claims have yet to be verified.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 15, 2024 | 7:06 pm

EWU

SPY

UK Foreign Minister Lammy is traveling to Israel to prevent a potential all-out war in the Middle East, according to Sky News citing a diplomatic source.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 15, 2024 | 3:38 pm

MSFT

Microsoft has announced the introduction of mandatory multifactor authentication (MFA) for all Azure sign-ins, with the rollout starting in the second half of 2024. This move aims to enhance security for Azure users.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 15, 2024 | 3:04 pm

BTCUSD

Crypto heists have surged 84.4% in 2024, with over $1.58 billion stolen through July. Despite a decrease in overall illicit activity in the cryptocurrency ecosystem, stolen funds and ransomware attacks have increased significantly. Centralized exchanges are being targeted more, with Bitcoin representing 40% of stolen assets. The average amount stolen per incident has risen to $10.6 million. Ransomware payments have also increased, with a single payment reaching $75 million. However, victims are paying ransoms less often, indicating better preparedness. The importance of blockchain analysis and law enforcement actions in combating these threats is emphasized.

Portfolio Pulse from Murtuza Merchant

August 15, 2024 | 12:02 pm

SPY

VGK

The U.S. State Department is aware of reports regarding the detention of another American citizen in Russia and is working to gather more information.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 14, 2024 | 5:25 pm

AAPL

Apple announced that starting with iOS 18.1, developers will be able to offer NFC contactless transactions using the Secure Element from within their own apps on iPhone. This new feature will support various use cases such as in-store payments, car keys, transit, corporate badges, and more. Developers will need to enter into a commercial agreement with Apple and meet certain security and regulatory standards to access the NFC and SE APIs.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 14, 2024 | 3:37 pm

BNBUSD

Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance executive, is facing rapidly deteriorating health conditions while detained in a Nigerian prison. His family is urgently calling for his release. Gambaryan's detention is part of ongoing tensions between Binance and Nigerian authorities over alleged financial crimes.

Portfolio Pulse from Aniket Verma

August 14, 2024 | 6:06 am

GLD

SPY

USO

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces criticism for preventing a cease-fire with Hamas to maintain political support, while tensions with Iran escalate. The humanitarian situation in Gaza worsens, with thousands of displaced Palestinians lacking basic necessities. ETFs such as SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY), SPDR Gold Shares (GLD), and United States Oil Fund (USO) show mixed performance amid the ongoing conflict.

Portfolio Pulse from Anthony Noto

August 13, 2024 | 7:31 pm

EIS

ISRA

SPY

USO

President Biden expressed his expectation that Iran would refrain from a retaliatory strike if a Gaza ceasefire deal is reached.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

August 13, 2024 | 7:30 pm