South Korean Prosecutors Push for 5-Year Sentence for Samsung Chairman
In an appeals case, south Korean prosecutors seek a five-year prison sentence and a 500 million KRW fine (approximately $375,000) for Samsung Electronics Chairman Jay Y. Lee.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 25, 2024
1 min read
Cuban Programmer Convicted in Landmark Streaming Piracy Case
A federal jury in Las Vegas has convicted Yoany Vaillant, a Cuban citizen, and U.S. permanent resident, for his role in running Jetflicks, an illegal streaming service that pirated over 183,000 television episodes.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 16, 2024
2 min read
Idaho Man Sentenced for Computer Hacking and Extortion Scheme
An Idaho man was sentenced today to 10 years in prison for hacking into the computer servers of 19 victims across the United States, stealing personally identifiable information (PII) belonging to more than 132,000 people, and attempting to extort a Florida orthodontist for payment in...
Bijay Pokharel,
November 14, 2024
2 min read
Former Air National Guard Member Sentenced for Major Leak of Classified Information
The leaked materials were shared on social media between 2022 and 2023, including documents classified as top secret.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 13, 2024
2 min read
Elon Musk’s Net Worth Crosses $300 Billion
Elon Musk’s fortune has now crossed the $300 billion mark, fueled by his ambitious ventures in electric vehicles, space exploration, and artificial intelligence.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 9, 2024
1 min read
WonderFi CEO Kidnapped in Toronto, Forced to Pay $1M Ransom in Shocking Crypto Heist
Dean Skurka, CEO of Canadian crypto firm WonderFi, was reportedly abducted in downtown Toronto during rush hour on Wednesday.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 8, 2024
1 min read
Donald Trump Triumphs in Historic Political Comeback, Secures Second Term as President
Donald Trump has made a remarkable political comeback, winning the 2024 U.S. presidential election and becoming the 47th president.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 6, 2024
2 min read
Musk a ‘Super Genius’, Says Trump as Tech Billionaire Lauds ‘Mandate for Change’
Republican candidate Donald Trump, who is set to return to the White House, on Wednesday hailed Elon Musk, saying America has a "new star" in him, highlighting the tech billionaire's significant achievements.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 6, 2024
2 min read
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Google Over Gift Card Scam Profits
A federal judge has dismissed a proposed class action lawsuit against Google, which accused the company of illegally profiting from Google Play gift card scams
Bijay Pokharel,
November 6, 2024
1 min read
Arizona Woman Sues Elon Musk, Claims $1M Daily Lottery to Voters Was a Fraudulent Scheme
Arizona resident Jacqueline McAferty has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk and the pro-Trump America PAC in federal court, alleging fraud over a $1 million-a-day lottery offered to voters in key swing states.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 6, 2024
1 min read
FBI Warns of Fake Bomb Threats Targeting U.S. Polling Sites Amid Election Interference Concerns
The FBI has issued a warning about fake bomb threats being sent via email to polling sites in several U.S. states, reportedly from Russian email domains.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 6, 2024
1 min read
Seven French Families Sue TikTok, Blaming Harmful Content for Tragic Outcomes
Seven families in France have filed a lawsuit against TikTok, accusing the social media platform of exposing their teenage children to harmful content, leading to the tragic loss of two adolescents who died by suicide at the age of 15, according to their lawyer on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 5, 2024
1 min read
US Election: Meta Extends Ban on New Political Ads Till Later This Week
Meta announced it would extend the ban on new political ads on Facebook and Instagram even after the US presidential election on November 5.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 5, 2024
2 min read
Judge Allows Elon Musk’s America PAC to Proceed with $1M Giveaways
A Philadelphia judge has ruled that Elon Musk’s America PAC can continue its $1 million voter giveaways after dismissing an emergency petition filed by District Attorney Larry Krasner.
Bijay Pokharel,
November 5, 2024
1 min read
Over EUR 14 Million in Fake Currency Seized in Europol’s Operation DECOY, Targeting Postal Shipment Crime Networks
In a major sweep across Europe, law enforcement agencies from 18 countries have seized over EUR 14 million in counterfeit banknotes and coins as part of Operation DECOY, a Europol-coordinated mission led by Spain, Portugal, and Austria.
Bijay Pokharel,
October 28, 2024
1 min read
80 Mn People Globally Experience Gambling Disorders, Adolescents Most Affected: Lancet
With the advent of the digital revolution that ushered in a huge market for online casino and sports betting market, an estimated 80 million people globally experience gambling disorder or problematic gambling, with adolescents being the most affected, according to research published in The Lancet...
Bijay Pokharel,
October 26, 2024
2 min read
Meta Suspends Accounts Tracking Celebrity Private Jets Amid Privacy Concerns
Meta has suspended several Threads and Instagram accounts that tracked the private jets of high-profile figures such as Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Kim Kardashian, and Donald Trump.
Bijay Pokharel,
October 23, 2024
1 min read
DJI Sues US Department of Defense Over “Chinese Military Company” Designation
DJI, the world's leading drone manufacturer, is fighting to distance itself from accusations of ties to the Chinese government.
Bijay Pokharel,
October 20, 2024
2 min read
‘Severe’ Solar Storm Arrives At Earth
According to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), a powerful solar storm arrived at Earth on Thursday and may impact ongoing recovery efforts for hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Bijay Pokharel,
October 11, 2024
1 min read
Russia to Test Hydrogen-Powered Vessel in October
Russia's first hydrogen-powered vessel, named Ecobalt, is scheduled to undergo sea trials this month, local media reported on Monday.
Bijay Pokharel,
October 7, 2024
1 min read





