Microsoft Takes Legal Action Against AI Hackers, Names Global Suspects

In an effort to combat cybercriminals abusing generative AI services, Microsoft has filed a lawsuit targeting a network of hackers identified as Storm-2139. The lawsuit, filed in December 2024, names four individuals from Iran, the UK, China, and Vietnam, who are allegedly involved in creating and distributing tools that bypass security measures in AI services […]

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‘A litany of human suffering’ in Myanmar, warns UN rights chief

Addressing the Human Rights Council on Friday, he detailed the devastating toll of the ongoing conflict and economic collapse on civilians – many of whom have been displaced by the fighting. Earlier in the day the Council discussed the deteriorating situation in South Sudan, having heard a report from rights investigators serving on the Commission […]

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EASA and ANAC Brazil sign Memorandum of Understanding to enhance cooperation on safety and sustainability

EASA and ANAC Brazil have agreed to increase their exchanges of information and data with a view to gain better understanding of the issues in the Latin American region, and to promote, develop and strengthen technical cooperation between both organizations. This reflects their mutual interest in, and benefit of, strengthening their partnership and cooperation in […]

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ECB’s Multi-Trillion Euro Payments Breakdown Shakes Europe

The European Central Bank (ECB) experienced a seven-hour outage in its Target 2 (T2) payment system, which processes more than €3 trillion ($3.12 trillion) worth of daily transactions. The breakdown, which started on Thursday, severely disrupted banking operations, delaying critical payments across the Eurozone. While the ECB confirmed the issue was fixed late on Thursday, […]

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Ireland: Parents Protest Outside Department of Education Over Lack of School Places for Special Needs Children

Parents are protesting outside the Department of Education, demanding action after their children with special needs were denied school placements for another consecutive year. At least 118 students with additional needs, including those with autism or other disabilities, have reportedly not received any offer for a school place, whether in mainstream schools, special schools, or […]

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Globacom Leads Discussion at International Summit to Enhance Submarine Cable Resilience and Safety

In a bid to strengthen the resilience of submarine cable infrastructure across Africa, Globacom partnered with Nigeria’s Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy to host the 2025 International Submarine Cable Resilience Summit in Abuja. The event, held on Wednesday and Thursday, was organized in collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the International […]

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UK’s School Children Free Breakfast Club Scheme: A New Initiative to Help Disadvantaged Students

The UK government is rolling out an initiative aimed at ensuring that no child starts their school day hungry, with the introduction of free breakfast clubs. These 30-minute sessions, designed to take place before the school day begins, provide students with a healthy breakfast, giving them the energy they need to learn and engage with […]

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EU Leaders Affirm Commitment to Support Ukraine’s EU Membership

European Council President Antonio Costa has emphasized that Ukraine’s eventual membership in the European Union would serve as a crucial security guarantee for the country’s future. Costa’s remarks came during a joint press conference in Kyiv, where EU leaders and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau gathered in solidarity with Ukraine as it marked the third […]

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OSCE Secretary General concludes visit to Moldova

CHISINAU/VIENNA, 27 February 2025 — The OSCE Secretary General, Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu, concluded his visit to the Republic of Moldova today. During his trip he met with President Maia Sandu and with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova, Mihai Popșoi. The discussions focused on the Organization’s role in […]

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CarbonQuest Secures $20M to Scale Carbon Capture Technology Across North America

CarbonQuest has raised $20 million in a funding round led by Riverbend Energy Group, with additional backing from Energy Capital Ventures (ECV) and Aligned Climate Capital. The investment will fuel the expansion of CarbonQuest’s Distributed Carbon Capture™ technology, targeting industries such as utilities, manufacturing, and data centers across North America. The company is focused on […]

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