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The Independent UK · Oct 2

US government seeks to join Elon Musk in challenge against EU's fine on X

The US government has formally requested to join Elon Musk's effort to annul a significant EU fine. The fine of €120 million was imposed by European tech regulators for breaching online content regulations. This action followed a two-year investigation under the Digital Services Act initiated by the EU. The US…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

19-year-old cybersecurity researcher Nisarga Adhikary, who flagged flaws in CBSE portal, named in US DOJ Hall of Fame

Nisarga Adhikary, a 19-year-old cybersecurity researcher who identified security vulnerabilities in the CBSE's On-Screen Marking portal, has been recognised by the US Department of Justice for responsibly reporting flaws in government systems.

The Times of India · Sep 24

Federal Judge Refers Philly DA to Department of Justice for Potential Prosecution

Judge concludes "progressive prosecutor" Larry Krasner and a deputy engaged in unethical--and potentially unlawful--conduct in their zeal to undo a criminal conviction.

Reason · Sep 16

US announces charges against five alleged agents for Russia over assassination plots

The US Department of Justice announced on Tuesday charges against five alleged Russian intelligence agents accused of recruiting a global network to conspire attacks and carry out assassinations by order of the Kremlin. The suspects remain at large.

France 24 · Sep 16

$1.3 Billion Medicare Fraud Allegations: DOJ Says Patients' Forms Listed Doctors They Had Never Seen and Equipment They Never Got

The US Department of Justice has indicted Erekle Gugava for allegedly laundering money in a $1.3 billion Medicare fraud scheme involving stolen identities and fraudulent claims across the United States.

International Business Times UK · Sep 6

Google defeats US bid to force ad tech sale

While the ad exchange is a ​small part of Google's business, the ruling is the second powerful symbolic victory against the U.S. Department of Justice in its efforts to force Google to sell assets to address illegal monopolies.

The Economic Times · Sep 2

'Silicon Valley bodyshops specialize in faking up resumes': Trump aide Harmeet Dhillon on H-1B, PERM abuses

President Donald Trump's aide and the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the US Department of Justice, Harmeet Dhillon, spoke about her department's action against the discrimination of Americans in US jobs. Speaking to Texas journalist Sara Gonzales, who busts alleged H-1B abuses on her show, Dhillon said she…

The Times of India · Sep 2

US Justice Department seizes domains it says Chinese state-sponsored hackers used to infiltrate systems at NASA, Senate, Federal Reserve, and more — FBI moves forward with domain seizures

The U.S. Department of Justice and FBI announced domain seizures related to state-sponsored hacking activities that have impacted NASA, the Senate, and more.

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 26

TikTok reaches $400 million settlement with US Justice Department over children's privacy

TikTok has agreed to a $400 million settlement with the US Department of Justice. This resolution addresses allegations of violating federal children's privacy laws. The company will pay $300 million immediately and $100 million later. This action follows a 2024 lawsuit concerning data collection practices. The settlement aims to protect…

The Economic Times · Aug 22