Russia Using ChatGPT For Espionage

   State-sponsored hackers from countries like Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran are utilizing OpenAI’s technology to amplify their cyber-attacks.

   For instance, Chinese groups sought to refine their cybersecurity tools and phishing schemes, while a Russian-affiliated group explored satellite and radar technologies potentially linked to military operations in Ukraine.

   North Korean and Iranian hackers crafted content and phishing emails to target regional experts and further their cyber espionage activities.

   Both Microsoft and OpenAI have recognized the urgent need to fortify their defenses against such misuse of their technologies.

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Inflation Fighting Back

   The Labor Department's inflation report indicated a 0.3% rise in the consumer price index from December to January, with an annual increase of 3.1%.

   Although this is a decrease from the previous month's 3.4% and significantly lower than the mid-2022 peak of 9.1%, it still exceeds the Federal Reserve's 2% target.

   Key factors driving inflation have shifted from goods to services like hotel stays, restaurant meals, and medical care. Meanwhile, auto insurance and housing costs continue to see sharp increases.

   The latest data suggests that the Federal Reserve might delay interest rate cuts, impacting both the stock and bond markets.

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How Terror Groups are Buying Influence on X

   X (formerly Twitter) might be breaking U.S. laws by selling premium subscriptions to 28 terrorist organizations and other banned groups.

   You see, X has been accepting $8 a month from accounts linked to groups like Hezbollah, Houthi factions, and even state-run media from Iran and Russia.

   These subscriptions come with blue check marks, a symbol of verified identity, and other benefits that enhance the user's visibility on the platform.

   Elon Musk has often emphasized his vision of X as a bastion of free speech.

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Bitcoin's Trillion-Dollar Market Cap

   The total value invested in Bitcoin soared past the $1 trillion mark, a first since November 2021.

   February has witnessed an impressive 22% rise in Bitcoin's value to $52,079, marking a 25-month high.

   Over the past week, Bitcoin ETFs saw an influx of $1.64 billion. Crypto companies like Coinbase, Riot Platforms, and CleanSpark also experienced significant gains.

   Furthermore, Genesis Global Capital was approved to sell $1.6 billion in ETF shares, aiming to settle debts.

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