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Army National Guard Cyber Defense Initiative: Protecting Cities from Hackers

The Army National Guard is deploying specialized cyber units to protect cities from hackers targeting critical infrastructure. This initiative comes as US cities face increasing cyberattacks on municipal systems, utilities, and public services.

The Army National Guard is mobilizing specialized cyber defense teams to protect American cities from hackers targeting critical infrastructure systems. This new initiative represents a significant escalation in the military’s role in domestic cybersecurity as municipalities struggle to defend against sophisticated digital attacks.

National Guard Cyber Defense Program Launch

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California AI Chatbot Law Protects Children from Harmful Interactions

California has enacted groundbreaking legislation regulating AI chatbots to protect children and teens. The law mandates regular notifications when minors interact with AI systems and requires companies to implement suicide prevention measures. This comes amid growing concerns about harmful chatbot interactions with young users.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed landmark AI legislation establishing comprehensive protections for children and teenagers interacting with artificial intelligence chatbots. The new law represents one of the most significant regulatory measures targeting the rapidly expanding AI industry and addresses mounting concerns about chatbot safety for minors who increasingly turn to these systems for homework assistance, emotional support, and personal advice.

Key Provisions of California’s AI Protection Law

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Government Shutdown Day 13: Betting Markets Now Favor Longest Shutdown in History

The ongoing government shutdown has reached Day 13 with betting markets now predicting it could become the longest in US history. Key economic data releases have been suspended while hundreds of thousands of federal workers face furloughs as political divisions deepen over healthcare and budget negotiations.

As the government shutdown enters its thirteenth day, betting markets now favor this becoming the longest government shutdown in US history, according to data from prediction markets tracking the political standoff. The Trump administration has maintained funding for certain priorities while hundreds of thousands of federal workers face furloughs and critical economic data collection remains suspended.

Administration Priorities During Shutdown

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UK Job Losses Under Reeves Budget Half Initial Estimates After Payroll Revisions

New Office for National Statistics revisions reveal the UK economy has lost approximately 126,700 jobs since Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ October 2024 budget, significantly below the 276,000 initially estimated. The data could temper criticism of the £26 billion employer National Insurance increase. Revised payroll figures suggest the economic impact may be less severe than previously feared.

The UK job market has proven more resilient than initial projections suggested, with revised data showing employment losses from Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ budget measures are less than half what was originally estimated. According to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics, the UK economy has approximately 126,700 fewer employees on payrolls than in October 2024, when Rachel Reeves announced a £26 billion increase in employer National Insurance contributions.

Revised Employment Figures Tell Different Story