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March 28, 2025

Trump Admin Uses Signal App for Sensitive Communications

The US President Donald Trump's administration used a commercial Signal app for sensitive communications due to its widespread availability on government-issued cell phones, pre-installed by the Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. This raises concerns about data security and compliance with the Federal Records Act, as messages in such apps typically disappear after a week. The exclusion of Acting Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Christopher W. Grady from a high-level group chat also highlights potential gaps in information sharing among top officials.

https://www.politico.eu/article/journalist-donald-trump-nato-us-signal-group-chat-officials/

March 28, 2025

Ukraine Strengthens Cybersecurity with New Law

Ukraine's parliament has approved a law aimed at strengthening the country's cybersecurity, including the creation of a national cyber incident response system to be overseen by the State Special Communications Service. The system will work in conjunction with CERT-UA and sectoral teams established by government bodies and local authorities. The law also requires standardization of cryptographic protection, cybersecurity protocols, and counterintelligence measures against cyber threats, as well as the implementation of a cybersecurity assessment system to monitor and improve national cyber defense.

https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/3975454-ukraine-to-establish-national-cyberattack-response-system.html

March 28, 2025

USCIS Launches Online H-1B Registration System

USCIS has implemented an electronic registration system for the H-1B lottery process, allowing employers to submit registrations online for consideration in the cap selection. Those selected will need to prepare and submit a complete petition within a designated filing period, ensuring accurate documentation is submitted on time to avoid delays or denials. If not selected, USCIS may hold additional lotteries if it determines insufficient petitions have been received to meet the annual H-1B cap.

https://natlawreview.com/article/uscis-begins-announcing-h-1b-registration-selections-fy-2026

March 28, 2025

Verdantis Unveils Auto-Spec and Auto-Enrich AIs

Verdantis has launched two new AI agents, Auto-Spec AI and Auto-Enrich AI, to overcome classic bottlenecks in data management for businesses. These AI models are trained on over 1 million data points and can extract key attributes, measurements, and product categories from unstructured data. This enables companies to standardize their data, optimize procurement, and improve supply chain efficiency. The Auto-Enrich AI agent fills gaps in data by accessing public and company databases, integrating the enriched data into ERP systems, and enhancing data accuracy. According to Kumar Gaurav Gupta, CEO of Verdantis, these solutions are crucial for companies looking to revamp their data strategy. The AI agents can be used as standalone solutions or integrated with Verdantis' flagship platforms Harmonize and Integrity, offering flexibility without disrupting existing infrastructure.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/verdantis-bringt-ki-losungen-der-nachsten-generation-auf-den-markt-um-das-stammdatenmanagement-in-unternehmen-zu-verandern-302413759.html

March 28, 2025

Company Warns of Market Risks and Uncertainties Ahead

Forward-looking statements made by the company are qualified due to inherent risks and uncertainties, including adverse market conditions, regulatory changes, and competition. These risks include data analytics and artificial intelligence sector-specific challenges, as well as potential issues with financing, acquisitions, and realizing expected benefits. The company assumes no obligation to update or revise these statements, except as required by law.

https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/03/28/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/nowvertical-group-announces-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2024-earnings-release-date-and-financial-update-webinar/2081877

March 28, 2025

OpenAI Delays Free ChatGPT Launch Due to Technical Issues

OpenAI has announced a delay in the launch of its free version of ChatGPT, citing technical issues. The exact date for the launch is not specified.

https://en.tempo.co/read/1991455/openai-unveils-gpt-4o-ai-for-image-creation-and-editing

March 28, 2025

SoftBank Invests $600B in US Factories and AI

SoftBank Group is investing $600 billion in US factories and AI-related infrastructure, exceeding its previous $500 billion announcement made by CEO Masayoshi Son in January. The investment will create at least 100,000 jobs focused on AI, with robots designed to address labor shortages faced by American manufacturers.

https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/report-softbank-to-invest-1-trillion-in-ai-powered-robot-factories-in-us/

March 28, 2025

Borderless Shopping Made Easy with AI Assist

A new service is launching to simplify shopping in the cross-border EC market by addressing common challenges such as language barriers, limited information accessibility, and payment complexities. The platform utilizes AI technology to provide a seamless and user-friendly experience for customers making purchases across borders.

https://thebridge.jp/en/2025/03/solving-cross-border-ec-challenges-with-ai-japan-post-capital-leads-series-a-investment-in-sazo

March 28, 2025

CoreWeave Prices Below Expected Range at $40 Per Share

CoreWeave, a cloud computing firm backed by Nvidia, has priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $40 per share, lower than the previously announced range of $47 to $55 per share. The IPO size has also been reduced from 49 million shares to approximately 37.5 million shares.

https://channelnewsasia.com/business/nvidia-backed-coreweave-prices-downsized-us-ipo-40-share-5029571