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In late 2024, federal cybersecurity evaluators delivered a troubling assessment of one of Microsoft’s major cloud computing products, yet granted it authorization despite serious security concerns. ProPublica reports that Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) reviewers found themselves unable to verify the security of Microsoft’s Government Community Cloud High (GCC High) after years of incomplete documentation from the technology giant. According to an internal government report, Microsoft’s “lack of proper detailed security documentation” left reviewers with “a lack of confidence in assessing the system’s overall security posture.” One team member described the authorization package as “a pile of shit.”…

Hryshchyshen Serhii / Shutterstock.com (Hryshchyshen Serhii / Shutterstock.com)Quick Read$1,000 in Bitcoin at $71,000 could be worth $2,113 if it hits Standard Chartered and Bernstein’s $150,000 target, or $1,380 at ChatGPT’s $98,000 base case.$1,000 in XRP at $1.41 could return 99% at Standard Chartered’s $2.80 target without the CLARITY Act, or 467% at $8 if the bill passes by April.Bitcoin’s recovery depends mainly on the macro environment improving, while XRP needs the same macro cooperation plus the CLARITY Act and renewed institutional inflows to reach its higher targets.Investing in cryptocurrencies doesn’t go far beyond Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and XRP (CRYPTO: XRP).…

Hryshchyshen Serhii / Shutterstock.com (Hryshchyshen Serhii / Shutterstock.com)Quick Read$1,000 in Bitcoin at $71,000 could be worth $2,113 if it hits Standard Chartered and Bernstein’s $150,000 target, or $1,380 at ChatGPT’s $98,000 base case.$1,000 in XRP at $1.41 could return 99% at Standard Chartered’s $2.80 target without the CLARITY Act, or 467% at $8 if the bill passes by April.Bitcoin’s recovery depends mainly on the macro environment improving, while XRP needs the same macro cooperation plus the CLARITY Act and renewed institutional inflows to reach its higher targets.Investing in cryptocurrencies doesn’t go far beyond Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and XRP (CRYPTO: XRP).…

The activewear brand is betting that consumers will want jeans that function and feel more like athleisure than traditional clothing Fabletics is entering denim, marking its latest step beyond performance apparel and into a broader lifestyle positioning. The brand, best known for its membership-driven model that offers big discounts on activewear pieces, unveiled its first-ever denim collection this month, applying the same design principles that have underpinned its mission: fit, comfort and accessibility. “We’re always listening to our customers — it’s what has driven our successful category expansions into Men’s and Scrubs, and more than one million of our VIP…

The sole survivor of a fatal Cybertruck crash in Piedmont, California, has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s Tesla, claiming the vehicle’s electronic door system malfunctioned and trapped him inside the burning wreckage. The Los Angeles Times reports that Jordan Miller has amended his lawsuit to include Tesla as a defendant, alleging that defective door mechanisms prevented his escape from a flaming Cybertruck following a November 2024 collision that killed three college students. The incident occurred on November 27, 2024, when the driver lost control while speeding and crashed into a tree at the intersection of Hampton Road and King Avenue…

After leaning into some questionable AI antics at CES 2026, Razer is making some altogether more practical updates to its 16-inch laptop by giving it newer chips and faster RAM. The new Razer Blade 16 features Intel’s new Core Ultra chips and speedy LPDDR5X-9600 MHz RAM, and is available to order today for $3,500.The Razer Blade 16 is designed to split the difference between the portable Razer Blade 14 and the monstrous Razer Blade 18, mostly by being thin but offering improved performance. Razer says the 2026 Blade 16 is 0.59 inches (14.9mm) at its thinnest point, which matches the…

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two high-profile progressive lawmakers are introducing a bill Wednesday that would pause new data centers in the United States until national safeguards are in place to protect workers and consumers and ensure the technologies don’t harm the environment.The legislation by Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York and Vermont independent Sen. Bernie Sanders is unlikely to advance in either the House or Senate, but it shows the deep concerns many progressives share about the growing impact of data centers and artificial intelligence.Communities across the country have seen a backlash against data centers over fears about rising electricity…

Dubai, UAE, March 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pepeto confirmed today that its presale crossed $8.37 million, and offers high APY Staking advantage, while the bitcoin price reclaimed $71,000 and on chain records confirm the largest whale loading event in over 13 years. Whale wallets added 270,000 Bitcoin in 30 days while the Fear and Greed Index sat at extreme fear levels not seen since the FTX collapse. While retail holders sold in fear during the Iran war crash, the biggest wallets on the planet were loading at prices 43% below the all time high. The same addresses that triggered the…

Nintendo just announced it will soon start charging different prices for first-party Switch 2 games based on whether the content is digital or physical. This could actually be a good thing for those who like to download their games instead of heading to a brick-and-mortar store to pick up a copy, as digital titles are getting a nice discount.It starts with the release of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on May 21, which will be $60 on the eShop but $70 at retail locations. Prior to this, most first-party games were $70 no matter how you bought them. I prefer…

A crypto analyst who correctly predicted Bitcoin’s (BTC) cycle peak around $125,000 has released a new report detailing fresh projections for the world’s largest cryptocurrency. In the update, the analyst maintains a largely bearish outlook, pointing to weakening technical structure amid the ongoing bear market. He also outlines what investors and traders should expect in the coming weeks or months, while sharing his strategy for navigating continued downside pressure. Bitcoin And The Broader Market Bear Trend In an X post published at the start of the week, market expert Doctor Profit shared a Sunday report, explaining Bitcoin’s recent movements and…