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Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard says she has serious concerns about the British government’s reported demand that Apple provide backdoor access to any data stored in the cloud. In a written response to members of Congress, Gabbard said this week that such a demand would violate Americans’ rights and raise concerns about a foreign government pressuring a U.S.-based technology company. “This would be a clear and egregious violation of Americans’ privacy and civil liberties,” Gabbard told Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., who had written to express their worries. Apple announced last week that it would…

The European Union’s move to revise its sustainability reporting rules, including the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), is generating considerable attention across the corporate landscape.However, many businesses across Europe have already begun preparing for their ESG reporting obligations. The potential revisions could impact a wide range of companies, but much remains uncertain. Position Green, an automated ESG compliance platform, recently took a closer look at what’s known so far — and what’s still just speculation — as companies continue to navigate this evolving regulatory environment.The term “Omnibus” refers to a legislative process used by the EU where several related laws…

CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP) — A school bus driver safely evacuated 15 students after the vehicle caught fire while headed to school in a Cleveland suburb, getting the children out moments before the bus became engulfed in flames in a residential area.No injuries were reported in Thursday morning’s fire in Cleveland Heights, which was quickly brought under control by firefighters. The blaze apparently started behind a rear wheel, according to the Cleveland Heights-University Heights school district, but the cause remains under investigation.The bus was headed to Monticello Middle School in Cleveland Heights when the driver noticed the fire and told…

Topline Inflation slowed to its lowest level in seven months in January, according to a key measure of price changes released Friday morning, though the Federal Reserve’s favored inflation metric remains stuck above policymakers’ goal. A shopper at a New York City location of Whole Foods earlier this month.Getty Images Key Facts The Commerce Department’s personal consumption expenditure index rose 2.5% from January 2024 to last month, matching consensus economist estimates of 2.5% PCE inflation. And core PCE, which excludes the often volatile price swings of the often volatile price swings of food and energy, rose 2.6% year-over-year, also meeting…

SecurityWeek’s cybersecurity news roundup provides a concise compilation of noteworthy stories that might have slipped under the radar. We provide a valuable summary of stories that may not warrant an entire article, but are nonetheless important for a comprehensive understanding of the cybersecurity landscape. Each week, we curate and present a collection of noteworthy developments, ranging from the latest vulnerability discoveries and emerging attack techniques to significant policy changes and industry reports.  Here are this week’s stories:  Google Cloud post-quantum computing strategy for encryption products Google Cloud has outlined its post-quantum computing strategy for encryption products, and announced the availability…

Salv has achieved significant recognition in the fight against financial crime, being awarded the first-ever Intelligence Sharing Award by Chartis Research.This accolade is part of the prestigious 2025 Financial Crime and Compliance (FCC) 50 rankings, where Salv has been acknowledged for its leadership and innovative approach to tackling financial crime.Intelligence sharing is increasingly vital as criminals exploit industry silos and regulatory gaps to perpetrate fraud. Salv’s pioneering platform, Salv Bridge, enables banks and FinTechs to proactively exchange high-confidence intelligence to combat such activities. This system is instrumental in not just detecting fraud but also in preventing it by allowing real-time…

WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal employees are starting to receive another email requiring them to explain their recent accomplishments, a renewed attempt by President Donald Trump and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk to demand answers from the government workforce. Originally expected to go out Saturday, the new request began landing in the inboxes of some employees late Friday. The plan to send a second round of emails was initially disclosed by a person with knowledge of the situation who requested anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss it publicly. The first email, which was distributed a week ago, asked employees “what…

In a sweeping move to streamline sustainability reporting across the European Union, the European Commission has announced a significant easing of regulations for SMEs.According to ESG Today, the recent release of the Omnibus package outlines plans to exempt 80% of companies from the stringent requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). This decision is part of a broader initiative to reduce administrative burdens and foster economic competitiveness throughout the region.The changes proposed by the Commission also extend to the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), the EU Taxonomy, and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), each receiving major cutbacks…