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META

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A new GOP-led bill, the Take It Down Act, aims to hold social media platforms like Meta's Facebook, Instagram, and Elon Musk's X accountable for removing deepfake pornographic images within 48 hours of a valid request. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Ted Cruz, seeks to protect victims by mandating the removal of such images and any copies. The Federal Trade Commission will enforce these rules.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Neuro

June 18, 2024 | 12:12 pm

AVO

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SPY

The U.S. government has temporarily suspended avocado imports from Mexico's Michoacan state due to a security incident. This decision could impact companies and ETFs related to avocado imports and the broader market.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 9:59 pm

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is preparing to close a program that addressed Medicare funding issues resulting from a cyber-attack on Change Healthcare. Payments under the Accelerated and Advance Payment Program for Change Healthcare/Optum payment disruption will conclude on July 12. After this date, CMS will no longer accept new applications for accelerated or advance payments under this program.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 8:19 pm

TMUS

Deutsche Telekom, the parent company of T-Mobile, announced plans to enter Bitcoin mining. This move could significantly impact the industry, although details about the scale and location of the mining operations are still unclear. The Bitcoin mining community views this as a positive development for Bitcoin's security, but there are concerns about increased competition. T-Mobile has faced legal issues related to customer security breaches in the past, raising questions about its ability to navigate Bitcoin mining complexities.

Portfolio Pulse from Murtuza Merchant

June 17, 2024 | 7:16 pm

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Hackers have been using malware targeting F5 Networks' BIG-IP devices to steal data stealthily for years, according to a report by BleepingComputer. This security breach could have significant implications for F5 Networks and its customers.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 5:42 pm

AMZN

Amazon's AI-powered facial recognition technology, Rekognition, is being tested in major UK train stations to combat crime. The technology analyzes passengers' images to predict behavior and measure satisfaction, but it has faced criticism for potential biases and privacy concerns.

Portfolio Pulse from Hayden Buckfire

June 17, 2024 | 5:23 pm

MSFT

Microsoft has successfully addressed multiple vulnerabilities within its Azure Machine Learning Service, including server-side request forgeries and a path traversal vulnerability. The company is working to enhance defense-in-depth by collaborating with partner open-source software teams.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 4:53 pm

MSFT

Microsoft announced that it blocked a server-side request forgeries (SSRF) attack vector on May 9 by implementing strict verification of client inputs and HTTP redirects. The company is also evaluating all service-to-service network traffic and plans to apply stricter controls on intra-network communication.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 4:52 pm

MSFT

Microsoft was alerted to server-side request forgery vulnerabilities by Wiz and Tenable in April 2024. The engineering teams swiftly deployed mitigations by May 9, 2024. Despite existing security measures, the vulnerabilities bypassed certain validations, highlighting the need for enhanced security controls.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 4:51 pm

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Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to visit North Korea this week, marking his first visit in nearly 25 years. This visit signifies deepening military ties between Russia and North Korea, as Russia seeks munitions to support its efforts in Ukraine.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

June 17, 2024 | 2:05 pm