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Information security
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 hour ago

Man with @ihackedthegovernment Instagram account tells judge, "I made a mistake"

Moore accessed the Supreme Court's filing system and other accounts using stolen credentials, publicly posting sensitive personal information of individuals online.
Information security
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Expect more cybersecurity executive orders soon, national cyber director says

President Trump is expected to sign more cybersecurity executive orders soon, following the release of the national cyber strategy.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

How AI could drive cyber investigation tools from niche to core stack

The rise of AI presents new cybersecurity risks, necessitating a shift from traditional defensive strategies to proactive measures against sophisticated threats.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

NYPD and Brooklyn DA Joint Public Safety Announcement

NYPD Commissioner and Brooklyn DA to announce important public safety initiative.
#nypd
fromQNS
1 day ago
NYC politics

AG James releases NYPD bodycam footage showing moments before Adrian Cevallos' 2024 death in Maspeth - QNS

fromGothamist
2 days ago
New York City

NYPD: Officers on modified duty after botched drug bust, violent arrest caught on video

New York City
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

"Deeply disturbing" NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store prompts investigation

NYPD officers are under investigation for using excessive force during an arrest in Brooklyn, raising concerns from city officials.
NYC politics
fromQNS
1 day ago

AG James releases NYPD bodycam footage showing moments before Adrian Cevallos' 2024 death in Maspeth - QNS

Bodycam footage shows NYPD officers using a taser multiple times on Adrian Cevallos during a struggle, contributing to his death.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

NYPD: Officers on modified duty after botched drug bust, violent arrest caught on video

Two NYPD officers are on modified duty after a botched drug bust led to excessive force against an innocent man.
Brooklyn
from710 WOR
1 day ago

NYPD Detectives On Modified Duty After Brooklyn Incident | 710 WOR

Two NYPD detectives are under investigation for violently arresting an innocent man, leading to public outcry and calls for justice.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD cops on modified duty for wild caught-on-video Brooklyn liquor store clash with suspect

NYPD officers were placed on modified duty after a violent arrest caught on camera in a Brooklyn liquor store.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Brooklyn cops investigated for bloody liquor store arrest

NYPD officers were filmed violently arresting a man later found not involved in drug activity, prompting public outrage and an investigation.
New York City
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

"Deeply disturbing" NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store prompts investigation

NYPD officers are under investigation for using excessive force during an arrest in Brooklyn, raising concerns from city officials.
Miami food
fromqns.com
6 minutes ago

Law enforcement sources scoff at DHS complaint that city rejected ICE hold on alleged Maspeth killer arsonist QNS

Roman Amatitla was arrested for murder and arson after setting a fire that killed four people, including a child, in Flushing.
fromBoston.com
18 hours ago

North Andover police chief granted paid administrative leave after no confidence vote

More than 90 percent of the members of both the North Andover Patrol Officers Union and the Sergeants Union called for 'the immediate removal' of Gray last week, citing 'low morale and broken trust.'
Boston
Artificial intelligence
fromThe Verge
57 minutes ago

Anthropic's new cybersecurity model could get it back in the government's good graces

Anthropic's relationship with the Trump administration has improved due to its new cybersecurity model, Claude Mythos Preview.
#plagiarism
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 hours ago

A Prominent PR Firm Is Running a Fake News Site That's Plagiarizing Original Journalism at Incredible Scale

National Today is accused of blatant plagiarism by rewording and stealing content from various publications without crediting the original sources.
Media industry
fromPoynter
10 hours ago

News organizations reconsider ties to AI company Nota after plagiarism findings - Poynter

Nota faced backlash and lost clients after extensive plagiarism was discovered in its AI-generated news articles.
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 hours ago

A Prominent PR Firm Is Running a Fake News Site That's Plagiarizing Original Journalism at Incredible Scale

National Today is accused of blatant plagiarism by rewording and stealing content from various publications without crediting the original sources.
Media industry
fromPoynter
10 hours ago

News organizations reconsider ties to AI company Nota after plagiarism findings - Poynter

Nota faced backlash and lost clients after extensive plagiarism was discovered in its AI-generated news articles.
#privacy
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 hours ago
Privacy technologies

Privacy, power, and encryption: why end-to-end security matters | Computer Weekly

Privacy is a fundamental human condition, and end-to-end encryption is essential for protecting communications in a surveillance-heavy world.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 hours ago

Privacy, power, and encryption: why end-to-end security matters | Computer Weekly

Privacy is a fundamental human condition, and end-to-end encryption is essential for protecting communications in a surveillance-heavy world.
Social justice
fromBossip
1 day ago

Lock Them Up: NYPD Cops Brutally Beat Brooklyn Man In Viral Video, Mayor Mamdani Sounds Off

Police violently assaulted an innocent man, highlighting systemic abuse of power against Black and Brown communities.
#ice
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

At Least One ICE Agent May Face Consequences for Minnesota

Minnesota charges an ICE officer for brandishing a gun at civilians, marking a significant accountability step following Operation Metro Surge.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Video of an ICE shooting shattered the agency's story. Will it usher in accountability?

Surveillance footage undermines ICE's claims of a violent altercation during a deportation attempt in Minneapolis, raising concerns about the agency's use of force.
NYC parents
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Why ICE Is Allowed to Impersonate Law Enforcement

ICE agents misled campus security to detain a student without proper identification or judicial warrant.
#police-misconduct
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Former O.C. cop used database to track woman, contacted her thousands of times, prosecutors say

A former police officer pleaded guilty to unauthorized computer access and harassment in a case involving an extramarital relationship.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

I-Team talks with homeless man at center of San Leandro police 'dumping' controversy

San Leandro police violently detained a homeless man, Shaquille Coleman, and dumped him seven miles away in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Former O.C. cop used database to track woman, contacted her thousands of times, prosecutors say

A former police officer pleaded guilty to unauthorized computer access and harassment in a case involving an extramarital relationship.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

I-Team talks with homeless man at center of San Leandro police 'dumping' controversy

San Leandro police violently detained a homeless man, Shaquille Coleman, and dumped him seven miles away in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Op-ed: Public safety and fairness are not expendable budget items - San Jose Spotlight

Budget cuts in Santa Clara County threaten the effectiveness of the District Attorney's and Public Defender's Offices, impacting public safety and legal representation.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

No charges for federal agent who impersonated Plymouth town manager

A judge dismissed identity fraud charges against a Customs officer who impersonated a town manager to file a traffic complaint.
Marketing
fromPR Daily
1 day ago

The most overrated PR trends today - PR Daily

PR trends fluctuate, with some becoming industry standards while others fade quickly.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Police debunk social media claims linking Epping car incident suspect to asylum hotel

Police confirmed no link between a suspect in a car incident and an asylum hotel despite social media claims.
DevOps
fromSecuritymagazine
1 day ago

Democratized Software, Democratized Risk: Who's Accountable When Everyone Codes?

AI-driven coding tools enable non-technical teams to create software, but they introduce vulnerabilities and require clear ownership and governance.
Careers
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

OPM cuts degree requirements for government tech jobs in new standards

New standards for technology employees eliminate degree requirements, focusing on skill assessments for government job qualifications.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Peel police officer who shot man with knife 5 times in Mississauga last year cleared by SIU | CBC News

"There is no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case," wrote SIU director Joseph Martino in his decision. "The file is closed."
SF parents
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Online child sexual abuse cases not being properly investigated, review finds

Police forces are failing to investigate online child sexual abuse due to rising demand and insufficient resources.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Police responding to reports of shooting near Sepulveda Middle School

"We are currently gathering details on this incident," said school police spokesman Jorge Herrera. "We can confirm the shooting occurred off campus adjacent to Sepulveda Middle School."
Los Angeles
#artificial-intelligence
Marketing tech
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

3 ways PR teams can understand how AI sees their brand

AI is transforming brand discovery and evaluation, necessitating new strategies for understanding brand narratives in AI-generated content.
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Agencies report over 3,000 AI use cases in 2025

The 2025 Federal Agency Artificial Intelligence Use Case Inventory documents 3,611 use cases, a 105% increase from 2024's 1,757 cases.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Flood warning: How citizens' AI agents will swamp public services | Computer Weekly

AI has the potential to transform public services by reducing user friction and improving access for citizens.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Met looking at using AI to help child abuse cases

The Metropolitan Police is considering using AI to identify victims of online child sexual abuse and categorize imagery by severity.
Marketing tech
fromMiami Herald
4 days ago

3 ways PR teams can understand how AI sees their brand

AI is transforming brand discovery and evaluation, necessitating new strategies for understanding brand narratives in AI-generated content.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Agencies report over 3,000 AI use cases in 2025

The 2025 Federal Agency Artificial Intelligence Use Case Inventory documents 3,611 use cases, a 105% increase from 2024's 1,757 cases.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Arrests as e-bikes, phones and machetes seized

This crackdown has seen drugs, weapons and dangerous illegal e-bikes taken off the streets. We know these offences are ones that our communities care about, and they want to see officers taking robust action.
London politics
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Riverside cop seemingly on dating app amid standoff sparks investigation

A Riverside County deputy was seen using a dating app during a standoff with a grand theft suspect, prompting an internal investigation.
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Kingston police investigating alleged 'sexualized' TikTok convo involving school employee

Kingston police are investigating a former school employee for allegedly having inappropriate conversations with a minor on social media.
Business intelligence
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Agencies are missing a step to share information on better AI acquisition, GAO finds

Agencies must enhance sharing of lessons learned in AI acquisition to improve the procurement process.
#ai
Marketing tech
fromAol
4 days ago

3 ways PR teams can understand how AI sees their brand

AI is reshaping brand perception, requiring PR teams to understand AI-generated narratives for effective communication strategies.
fromHarvard Business Review
2 days ago
Artificial intelligence

When Creating an AI Strategy, Don't Overlook Employee Perception

CEOs must choose between using AI for cost reduction or for innovative growth.
Marketing tech
fromAol
4 days ago

3 ways PR teams can understand how AI sees their brand

AI is reshaping brand perception, requiring PR teams to understand AI-generated narratives for effective communication strategies.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Toronto teens, parents, counsellors uncertain possible social media ban will be successful | CBC News

I've really gotten ahead because it's [allowed] me to get real life experience since very young. I don't think I would have really [been] introduced to this world if it wasn't for my book Instagram.
Digital life
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
Information security
fromHarvard Gazette
1 hour ago

Time for government, business leaders to figure out AI cybersecurity regulation - Harvard Gazette

Agentic AI poses both opportunities for cybersecurity and risks to personal data, economy, and national security, necessitating regulation by leaders.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
Roam Research
fromThe Hacker News
6 days ago

Citizen Lab: Law Enforcement Used Webloc to Track 500 Million Devices via Ad Data

Webloc is a global geolocation surveillance system used by various law enforcement agencies, providing access to data from millions of mobile devices.
Media industry
fromEntrepreneur
22 hours ago

The 3 PR Strategies I Stopped Recommending to Clients After They Backfired

Traditional press releases are losing effectiveness; personalized pitches to journalists yield better results.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Congress Turns Up Pressure on DHS Over Palantir's Role in Immigration Crackdown

Members of Congress demand DHS and ICE disclose details on surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

City Council requests 5 years' worth of BPD body camera footage

Boston City Council requests five years of body camera footage from police incidents to increase transparency after a fatal shooting.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

SFPD police chief and watchdog to be evaluated following Mission Local reporting

The San Francisco police commission will evaluate Chief Derrick Lew and Paul Henderson after nearly 10 years without reviews.
#cybercrime
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

European police email 75,000 people asking them to stop DDoS attacks | TechCrunch

A global law enforcement operation targeted over 75,000 alleged cybercriminals using DDoS-for-hire services, resulting in arrests and domain takedowns.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

European police email 75,000 people asking them to stop DDoS attacks | TechCrunch

A global law enforcement operation targeted over 75,000 alleged cybercriminals using DDoS-for-hire services, resulting in arrests and domain takedowns.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Question Alvin Bragg's Methods, But the Numbers Don't Lie

Shootings and murders in Manhattan have significantly decreased during Alvin Bragg's tenure as District Attorney.
#policing
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

In a Public Crisis, What You Prioritize Determines Whether You Execute or Stall

In a crisis, leaders must discern which voices matter to maintain control and focus on relevant stakeholders.
Social justice
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

State Police Lt. who oversaw Karen Read investigation retires

Brian Tully, who oversaw the controversial Karen Read murder investigation, has retired from the Massachusetts State Police.
#law-enforcement
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

A sheriff's deputy was filmed using a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect, prompting an internal investigation by the department.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
California
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Elite cop caught swiping on dating app during fatal standoff where Batman-like gadget deployed

A sheriff's deputy was filmed using a dating app during a standoff with an armed suspect, prompting an internal investigation by the department.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Blakeman says NYPD cop thought 'out of the box' by throwing cooler that killed fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman supports pardoning former NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran, calling his conviction an injustice and advocating for law enforcement.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Government wants probe into media coverage of fuel protests; Garda Commissioner 'absolutely appalled' by threats to gardai

Protests in Dublin have escalated unexpectedly, reflecting public anger and loss of confidence in the Government.
Non-profit organizations
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

The war against fraud should be a war for tech modernization

A new task force aims to combat fraud in public benefits programs by ensuring adequate anti-fraud controls and addressing data sharing challenges.
#data-breach
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

How thousands of sensitive LAPD files got leaked online - and what happens next

A significant data breach exposed sensitive LAPD files and other records, attributed to the hacking group WorldLeaks.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

How thousands of sensitive LAPD files got leaked online - and what happens next

A significant data breach exposed sensitive LAPD files and other records, attributed to the hacking group WorldLeaks.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Hackers steal and leak sensitive LAPD police documents | TechCrunch

Cybercriminals leaked sensitive LAPD documents online, including personnel files and internal investigations, allegedly by the extortion gang World Leaks.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Former Boston police commissioner, off-duty cop, firefighter, and restaurant partner save choking man

Quick action by off-duty responders saved an 80-year-old man choking at a Chestnut Hill restaurant on Easter eve.
Privacy professionals
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Another lawsuit targets San Jose's license plate cameras - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose residents filed a federal lawsuit against the city's automated license plate reader program, claiming it violates Fourth Amendment rights.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Upsetting': Tisch places two NYPD cops on modified duty after viral video of Brooklyn liquor store beating | amNewYork

Two Brooklyn cops were placed on modified duty after a viral video showed them beating a man inside a liquor store.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

North Andover police investigate 'unauthorized' social media comment about Kelsey Fitzsimmons case

A former North Andover police employee made an unauthorized comment on the department's Facebook page, prompting an internal investigation.
Law
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

North Andover police working to get body cameras after Kelsey Fitzsimmons shooting

North Andover is implementing a body-worn camera program for police to enhance accountability and seek grant funding to reduce taxpayer costs.
Marketing tech
fromEntrepreneur
2 weeks ago

Here's the New Playbook for PR in the AI Era

AI visibility requires intentional building of credibility signals like press coverage and authoritative content to avoid losing to competitors.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Privacy advocates want Google to stop handing consumer data over to ICE

Google is being investigated for allegedly failing to notify users before disclosing their data to law enforcement.
US news
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Police release bodycam footage of Plymouth butcher knife standoff

Plymouth police released body camera footage of a standoff with an armed man who held his wife hostage inside a home.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
4 days ago

Huge Group of Experts Warns Meta That Its Pervert Glasses Will Enable Terrible Crimes

Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses face backlash for privacy violations and plans for facial recognition technology, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
3 weeks ago

Traffic Violation! License Plate Reader Mission Creep Is Already Here

In December 2025, Georgia State Patrol ticketed a motorcyclist for holding a cell phone in his hand, captured on Flock Camera, raising concerns about ALPR misuse.
Privacy technologies
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Trove of sensitive LAPD records leaked in suspected hack

A trove of sensitive LAPD records, including officer personnel files and documents from Internal Affairs investigations, are among the materials believed to have been seized by hackers in a breach last month involving the L.A. city attorney's office.
Privacy professionals
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

How US police corruption actually works, according to a former NYPD cop

Former NYPD officer Mike Dowd, convicted of drug-related corruption, explains how police corruption develops within precincts and advocates for improved accountability measures.
#police-reform
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 weeks ago

Jersey City to end 'fixed posts' for police, launch new data sharing

Jersey City Police Department implements major reforms including ending fixed posts, deploying mobile patrols with community engagement, and launching JC IMPACT metrics system for transparency and accountability.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
4 weeks ago

Jersey City to end 'fixed posts' for police, launch new data sharing

Jersey City Police Department implements major reforms including ending fixed posts, deploying mobile patrols with community engagement, and launching JC IMPACT metrics system for transparency and accountability.
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

When every second counts: government tech helps first responders' lifesaving missions

Indoor-capable drones and indoor location-tracking technologies significantly improve first responder situational awareness and reduce risk in hazardous interior environments.
#police-accountability
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

In the wake of scandals, Antioch Police Department completes policy reforms demanded by DOJ

Antioch Police Department completed a comprehensive policy overhaul focused on accountability following a Department of Justice agreement addressing corruption, racism, and civil rights violations.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

In the wake of scandals, Antioch Police Department completes policy reforms demanded by DOJ

Antioch Police Department completed a comprehensive policy overhaul focused on accountability following a Department of Justice agreement addressing corruption, racism, and civil rights violations.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Law enforcement is the leading DHS use case for AI

DHS deployed 238 AI use cases in 2025, with law enforcement the largest category: 86 cases, 35 classified as high-impact.
Law
from88.9 KETR
2 months ago

Commerce Police use Facebook to publicize outstanding municipal warrants

Commerce Police posts names, charges and balances of residents with outstanding municipal court warrants on Facebook to prompt payment, contact or tips.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Tense exchange between LAPD deputy chief and vocal police critic goes viral

As the Martin Luther King Jr. Kingdom Day Parade wound to an end in Leimert Park, activist Jason Reedy said he tried to "bird-dog" LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell over a recent increase in police shootings. One of the police department's most outspoken critics, Reedy, often confronts LAPD and city officials face to face in public forums. After jawing with members of McDonnell's security detail, Reedy got into a heated exchange with Alan Hamilton, a deputy chief who runs the detective bureau.
US news
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Who polices the police AI? Perplexity's public safety deal alarms experts - here's why

Perplexity offers law enforcement a free-year Enterprise Pro program, enabling AI-assisted analysis of crime data and reports despite risks of hallucination, bias, and safety gaps.
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