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US Targets Cybercrime and Tech Oversight as TeleMessage Shuts Down, OpenAI Maintains Nonprofit Ties, and Trump Vows to Defend Women's Sports
The United States is preparing to ban the Huione Group, a Cambodian company, from accessing the U.S. dollar financial system over its alleged involvement in laundering more than $4 billion in cybercrime proceeds. The U.S. Department of Treasury accuses the company of operating a vast illicit marketplace for cybercrime tools and facilitating financial transactions for North Korean and other cybercriminal organizations. TeleMessage shuts down following backlash over Trump adviser photo and a reported security breach. The government-approved messaging app, reportedly used by top advisers to former President Donald Trump, abruptly went offline Monday. The shutdown came after a hacker allegedly breached the app, prompting TeleMessage to suspend its messaging services "out of an abundance of caution." OpenAI Maintains Nonprofit Oversight Despite Transition to For-Profit Model, as its nonprofit parent organization continues to hold control over the company's direction even as its for-profit arm is restructured into a public benefit corporation. The move is presented as aligning with OpenAI's mission to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI) safely and responsibly. However, critics argue that the shift could weaken nonprofit oversight and introduce greater commercial influence, potentially compromising long-term AI safety goals. Lakers Receive Positive Update on Luka Dončić Following Private Meeting
The Los Angeles Lakers received encouraging news regarding Luka Dončić’s future after a private meeting involving head coach JJ Redick, team president Rob Pelinka, and Dončić's business team. According to NBA insiders, Dončić is “fully committed” to the franchise and is widely expected to sign a contract extension this offseason. While the Lakers could offer a four-year, $229 million maximum deal, experts believe a shorter three-year, $165 million deal with a player option is more likely, giving Dončić flexibility for future free agency. Despite concerns raised by Redick about the team’s conditioning—a comment perceived by some as directed at Dončić—the Slovenian star appears focused on winning championships in Los Angeles. Trump Pledges to 'Defend Women's Sports' During Speech to Cheering Alabama Graduates
President Donald Trump received roaring applause at the University of Alabama's graduation ceremony Thursday night with a strong vow to defend women's athletics. “As long as I'm president, we will always protect women’s sports. Men will not play in women’s sports,” he declared, drawing cheers from the crowd. Highlighting recent controversies involving gender eligibility in international competitions like Olympic boxing and domestic collegiate sports, Trump criticized what he described as "unfair advantages" in women's events. He cited specific cases, including female athletes losing records or facing injuries, and referenced a lawsuit involving a former Alabama volleyball player. Trump's remarks underscored his February executive order, which restricts participation in women’s sports to biological females—a move that prompted the NCAA to revise its gender eligibility policy.
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By IniaesThe United States is preparing to ban the Huione Group, a Cambodian company, from accessing the U.S. dollar financial system over its alleged involvement in laundering more than $4 billion in cybercrime proceeds. The U.S. Department of Treasury accuses the company of operating a vast illicit marketplace for cybercrime tools and facilitating financial transactions for North Korean and other cybercriminal organizations. TeleMessage shuts down following backlash over Trump adviser photo and a reported security breach. The government-approved messaging app, reportedly used by top advisers to former President Donald Trump, abruptly went offline Monday. The shutdown came after a hacker allegedly breached the app, prompting TeleMessage to suspend its messaging services "out of an abundance of caution." OpenAI Maintains Nonprofit Oversight Despite Transition to For-Profit Model, as its nonprofit parent organization continues to hold control over the company's direction even as its for-profit arm is restructured into a public benefit corporation. The move is presented as aligning with OpenAI's mission to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI) safely and responsibly. However, critics argue that the shift could weaken nonprofit oversight and introduce greater commercial influence, potentially compromising long-term AI safety goals. Lakers Receive Positive Update on Luka Dončić Following Private Meeting
The Los Angeles Lakers received encouraging news regarding Luka Dončić’s future after a private meeting involving head coach JJ Redick, team president Rob Pelinka, and Dončić's business team. According to NBA insiders, Dončić is “fully committed” to the franchise and is widely expected to sign a contract extension this offseason. While the Lakers could offer a four-year, $229 million maximum deal, experts believe a shorter three-year, $165 million deal with a player option is more likely, giving Dončić flexibility for future free agency. Despite concerns raised by Redick about the team’s conditioning—a comment perceived by some as directed at Dončić—the Slovenian star appears focused on winning championships in Los Angeles. Trump Pledges to 'Defend Women's Sports' During Speech to Cheering Alabama Graduates
President Donald Trump received roaring applause at the University of Alabama's graduation ceremony Thursday night with a strong vow to defend women's athletics. “As long as I'm president, we will always protect women’s sports. Men will not play in women’s sports,” he declared, drawing cheers from the crowd. Highlighting recent controversies involving gender eligibility in international competitions like Olympic boxing and domestic collegiate sports, Trump criticized what he described as "unfair advantages" in women's events. He cited specific cases, including female athletes losing records or facing injuries, and referenced a lawsuit involving a former Alabama volleyball player. Trump's remarks underscored his February executive order, which restricts participation in women’s sports to biological females—a move that prompted the NCAA to revise its gender eligibility policy.