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Binance scoops up 3,600 more Bitcoin for SAFU as BTC whipsaws after brutal selloff

Binance scoops up 3,600 more Bitcoin for SAFU as BTC whipsaws after brutal selloff

Binance bought 3,600 bitcoin for its Secure Asset Fund, bringing its holdings to 6,230 BTC after bitcoin rebounded above $70,000 following a sharp drop. The broader crypto market lost about $2 trillion since October, with $1 billion in leveraged bitcoin positions liquidated in 24 hours. Strategy reported a wider Q4 loss as bitcoin fell. Gemini will cut up to 200 jobs and exit the UK, EU, and Australia.
7 February 2026
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Pentagon awards Lockheed $328.5 million Taiwan IRST pod contract as China drills keep island on alert

Pentagon awards Lockheed $328.5 million Taiwan IRST pod contract as China drills keep island on alert

WASHINGTON, January 2, 2026, 13:48 ET The Pentagon awarded Lockheed Martin a ceiling $328.5 million undefinitized letter contract — a preliminary deal that lets work begin before final terms are set — for fixed-wing sensor hardware for Taiwan, a U.S. government contracts notice said. The award covers 55 Infrared Search and Track (IRST) Legion Enhanced Sensor pods, which can detect aircraft by heat, plus related equipment under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, the U.S. government’s channel for selling weapons to partners. The notice said $157.3 million in FMS funds were obligated at award, work will be performed in Orlando,
2 January 2026
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NASA wants a long-range drone detection system at Kennedy Space Center as security tightens

NASA wants a long-range drone detection system at Kennedy Space Center as security tightens

NEW YORK, December 30, 2025, 08:24 ET NASA is seeking a drone-detection and analysis system to spot unauthorized aircraft over the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, according to a sources sought notice posted for industry review. (HigherGov) The capability matters because the agency said the data would be used to make rapid decisions to protect NASA personnel, the public, launch vehicles and other high-value assets. The notice also underscores the sensitivity of the mission: performance could involve access to classified information or work in a security area up to the level of Secret, it said. NASA said it wants services
30 December 2025
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NYC Subway’s New ‘Modern Fare Gates’ Roll Out: AI Cameras, Blasting Alarms, and a Viral Broadway–Lafayette Incident

NYC Subway’s New ‘Modern Fare Gates’ Roll Out: AI Cameras, Blasting Alarms, and a Viral Broadway–Lafayette Incident

New York City subway riders are getting their first real look at the MTA’s next-generation fare gates—and the early days have been equal parts futuristic, controversial, and, in at least one widely shared clip, chaotic. This week, a new set of Cubic-designed gates began rolling out at Brooklyn’s Atlantic Avenue–Barclays Center station, introducing quieter doors paired with cameras and AI-powered detection. Spectrum News NY1 At the same time, the MTA’s first pilot gates—installed earlier at Manhattan’s Broadway–Lafayette/Bleecker Street station and the Third Avenue–138th Street station in the Bronx—have drawn attention for a loud, foghorn-like alarm that sounds during suspected fare
27 December 2025
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AUKUS Boost for Scotland: Rosyth Dockyard to Build US Virginia-Class Submarine Modules as HMS Formidable Keel Is Laid

AUKUS Boost for Scotland: Rosyth Dockyard to Build US Virginia-Class Submarine Modules as HMS Formidable Keel Is Laid

On 10 December 2025, Scotland’s Rosyth dockyard cemented its position at the heart of allied naval shipbuilding, as new details emerged of a major US submarine contract just one day after the keel was laid for the Royal Navy’s third Type 31 frigate, HMS Formidable. US shipbuilding giant HII (Huntington Ingalls Industries) has expanded its partnership with Babcock International, authorising the British company to build complex assemblies for Virginia‑class nuclear‑powered attack submarines at Rosyth in Fife.Naval News+1 The move effectively turns the Scottish yard into a key industrial node in the trilateral AUKUS submarine enterprise, linking US, UK and Australian
10 December 2025
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Google Pixel December 2025: Critical Security Update, New Android 16 Features, and the Best Pixel 10 & Pixel 9a Prices Right Now

Google Pixel December 2025: Critical Security Update, New Android 16 Features, and the Best Pixel 10 & Pixel 9a Prices Right Now

Updated: December 4, 2025 Google’s Pixel lineup is having a very busy week. A major Android 16 QPR2 / December 2025 update is rolling out with big AI features and urgent security fixes, while Pixel 10 and Pixel 9a prices have dropped sharply at Google, Amazon, and key carriers. Here’s a complete look at what’s new for Pixel owners today—and where the best deals are hiding. Key points at a glance Android 16 QPR2 & the December 2025 Pixel update are live Google’s December 2025 Pixel update is now rolling out globally as part of Android 16 QPR2 (Quarterly Platform
4 December 2025
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Russian Cosmonaut Removed From SpaceX Crew‑12 Mission After Alleged Security Breach – What We Know So Far

Russian Cosmonaut Removed From SpaceX Crew‑12 Mission After Alleged Security Breach – What We Know So Far

A high‑profile joint NASA–Roscosmos mission has been thrown into uncertainty after veteran Russian cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev was abruptly removed from SpaceX’s upcoming Crew‑12 flight to the International Space Station (ISS), following allegations that he mishandled confidential technical data at SpaceX’s training facilities in the United States. The Moscow Times+2The Insider+2 According to multiple outlets citing investigative reporting by The Insider, Artemyev is suspected of photographing restricted SpaceX documentation and hardware at the company’s Hawthorne, California site in late November 2025, an act that could amount to a violation of U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) – export‑control rules governing
3 December 2025
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SMX Stock (NASDAQ: SMX): Wild Rally, $111.5M Funding Deal and 2025 Outlook for Security Matters’ “Proof Economy”

SMX Stock (NASDAQ: SMX): Wild Rally, $111.5M Funding Deal and 2025 Outlook for Security Matters’ “Proof Economy”

As of December 1, 2025 Key takeaways Important: This article is informational and not financial advice. SMX is highly speculative and extremely volatile. 1. What is SMX (Security Matters) and why is the stock suddenly everywhere? SMX (Security Matters) Public Limited Company is a Dublin‑based micro‑cap that builds brand protection, authentication, and track‑and‑trace technology. Its core system embeds a physical or chemical marker into solids, liquids or gases and links those markers to a blockchain‑backed digital platform for supply‑chain verification and sustainability use cases.StockAnalysis+1 The company pitches this as a “Proof Economy” – turning raw materials and products into verifiable
1 December 2025
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MetaMask News Today, November 21, 2025: TRON DAO Partnership, New Security Risks, and Quantum‑Safe Wallet Integrations

MetaMask News Today, November 21, 2025: TRON DAO Partnership, New Security Risks, and Quantum‑Safe Wallet Integrations

MetaMask is in the headlines again today as fresh developments touch on partnerships, security, and the long‑term future of wallet infrastructure. For Google News and Discover readers tracking MetaMask news today, here’s a detailed look at what’s happening on 21 November 2025 – and what it means for everyday users and Web3 developers. Key Takeaways for MetaMask Users Today None of this is financial advice — but it is a good reminder to tighten security and know what’s actually happening around the wallet you use every day. MetaMask & TRON DAO Double Down on Developer Engagement One of the biggest
21 November 2025
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SMX (Security Matters) PLC Stock Rockets on Supply Chain Tech Breakthroughs – Can the 2025 Comeback Last?

SMX (Security Matters) PLC Stock Rockets on Supply Chain Tech Breakthroughs – Can the 2025 Comeback Last?

Figure: SMX’s technology bridges physical materials with digital records. The company’s platform “embeds encrypted identifiers into a wide range of materials, including plastics, metals, and liquids,” linking each product to a tamper-proof digital “passport” that verifies its entire lifecyclestocktwits.comstocktwits.com. This novel approach aims to convert trust and transparency into tangible value – for example, by proving recycled content or ethical sourcing, companies can potentially secure better financing terms and brand premiumsaccessnewswire.comaccessnewswire.com. Comparative Context: SMX operates in a niche intersection of blockchain, materials science, and supply chain management. Unlike traditional track-and-trace solutions (e.g. RFID tags or QR codes which can be
5 November 2025
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Binance Drops Bombshell: Sui-Backed TRUTH Token to Launch on Exclusive Alpha Platform

Crypto Carnage Shocker – Binance Pledges $1.9B+ in Payouts After $19B Selloff (and How to Buy Bitcoin Safely)

Why Crypto Markets Crashed On Oct 10, 2025, former President Trump stunned markets by threatening 100% tariffs on Chinese imports (effective Nov 1) along with new export controls. This reignited full-scale trade-war fears and triggered a sudden flight from risk assetsccn.com. With crypto markets already jam-packed with leveraged bets, the effect was devastating. Within hours, Bitcoin crashed 16%, wiping out about $19–20 billion in margin positions – the largest crypto liquidation event everdlnews.comts2.tech. Over 1.6 million traders were liquidated in 24 hoursdlnews.com, far exceeding any prior crypto crash (COVID-2020, FTX-2022, LUNA-2022). The selling was most intense on Friday night (Oct 10) and Saturday morning (Oct 11), when
12 October 2025
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Government Shutdown Shocker: TSA PreCheck & Global Entry Roll On as Flights Face Delays

Government Shutdown Shocker: TSA PreCheck & Global Entry Roll On as Flights Face Delays

Government Shutdown 2025: What It Means for Travelers After a congressional budget impasse, parts of the U.S. government shut down on Oct. 1, 2025. Many federal agencies closed or reduced operations. Crucially for travelers, aviation security and safety personnel are deemed “essential” – so airports have not closed and flights are still operating thriftytraveler.com. TSA screening checkpoints remain open at airports nationwide, and air traffic controllers are on the job guiding planes. This prevents an immediate aviation standstill. “Travelers don’t have to worry about canceling trips” due to the shutdown in the short run, one expert explains nerdwallet.com. That said,
9 October 2025
Brazen Baltic Sky Showdown: Estonia Accuses Russia of Reckless Airspace Violation, Triggers NATO Alarm

Brazen Baltic Sky Showdown: Estonia Accuses Russia of Reckless Airspace Violation, Triggers NATO Alarm

Estonia Confronts a “Brazen” Airspace Violation Estonia is accusing Russia of a deliberate and unprecedented breach of its sovereign airspace in a flare-up that has heightened tensions in the Baltics. On September 19, Estonian radars detected three Russian MiG-31 Foxhound interceptor jets crossing into Estonian territory near Vaindloo Island, a small islet in the Gulf of Finland near the Russian border. According to Estonia’s military, the high-speed jets penetrated about 5 nautical miles (9 km) into Estonian airspace and remained inside for around 12 minutes before turning back reuters.com reuters.com. During the incursion, the Russian planes had no flight plans filed,
20 September 2025
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Inside the Ukraine–Russia Drone War: $500 FPVs vs. Multi‑Million Dollar UAVs

Russian Drones Breach Polish Airspace, NATO Scrambles Jets Amid Article 5 Jitters

Key Facts Russian Drone Incursion: What Happened and How NATO Responded Polish security forces inspect debris of a downed Russian drone in eastern Poland’s Lublin province after multiple UAVs violated Polish airspace on September 10, 2025. Overnight Drone Swarm: On the night of September 10, 2025, waves of Russian drones penetrated Polish airspace during a broader Russian barrage against Ukraine apnews.com. The incursions stretched roughly 11:30 PM to 6:30 AM, with Poland’s military later confirming 19 drone violations across a wide area apnews.com apnews.com. Polish air defenses, aided by NATO aircraft, scrambled repeatedly to track and destroy the unmanned intruders. In an unprecedented development,
19 September 2025
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Swarm of Drones Near Poland’s Border Spurs NATO Alarm – Is the Eastern Flank Under Siege?

Swarm of Drones Near Poland’s Border Spurs NATO Alarm – Is the Eastern Flank Under Siege?

Drone Incursions Spark Polish Border Alarm Poland’s quiet frontier with Belarus has become an unlikely flashpoint, as waves of drones have been buzzing the border and testing Polish defenses. Overnight on September 17–18, Polish border guards detected an unusual spike in drone activity near the Belarusian frontier reuters.com. According to Poland’s Interior Ministry, multiple unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) originating from the Belarus side were observed attempting to cross into Polish airspace. Although details remain scarce, officials described the drones as coming from “Belarusian and Russian” sources – underscoring suspicions that Belarus (a close Kremlin ally) is directly or indirectly involved
19 September 2025
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Poland Shoots Down Russian Drones, Testing NATO’s Eastern Flank Air Defense Shield

Russian Drones Breach Poland’s Sky – A NATO Showdown in the Making?

Background: Drones Over Polish Territory In the pre-dawn hours of September 10, residents of eastern Poland awoke to an unprecedented security alarm. Over the course of seven hours, wave after wave of small unmanned aerial vehicles – later identified as Russian-made drones – penetrated Polish airspace amid a broader Russian bombardment of neighboring Ukraine washingtonpost.com. Polish military radars picked up dozens of objects coming in from the direction of Belarus and Ukraine. According to Poland’s Operational Command, the drones were believed to be part of a Russian long-range attack targeting western Ukraine, somehow veering off course into Poland’s skies tmj4.com
19 September 2025
Patriot Missile Defense: Inside the $1 Billion Shield Against Modern Threats

Patriot Missile Defense: Inside the $1 Billion Shield Against Modern Threats

Technology Overview System Architecture: A Patriot battery consists of six main components – 1) interceptors (missiles), 2) launcher units, 3) a phased-array radar, 4) an engagement control station (ECS), 5) an electric power plant, and 6) an antenna mast for communications missilethreat.csis.org. All components are truck- or trailer-mounted for mobility, and a battery-sized unit can be emplaced in under an hour en.wikipedia.org. The battery’s fire control section (radar, ECS, antenna mast, power unit) coordinates detection and tracking, while multiple launcher vehicles (typically 4–8 per battery) carry the missiles en.wikipedia.org defensenews.com. Patriot units can disperse launchers up to 10 km from
11 September 2025
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Poland Shoots Down Russian Drones, Testing NATO’s Eastern Flank Air Defense Shield

Poland Shoots Down Russian Drones, Testing NATO’s Eastern Flank Air Defense Shield

Russian Drones Shot Down in Polish Airspace WARSAW, Sept 10, 2025 – Poland’s military confirmed it shot down several drones that intruded into Polish airspace overnight, as Russia launched a wide-scale aerial attack on neighboring Ukraine reuters.com. Polish air defense forces, on heightened alert, tracked over ten objects crossing from the Ukrainian border region; those deemed a threat “were neutralised,” the military’s operational command said reuters.com. The incursion was immediately denounced as “an act of aggression” by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, who noted it posed “a real threat to the safety of our citizens” reuters.com. Poland’s armed forces scrambled in the pre-dawn hours after radars detected a “huge
10 September 2025
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Ring’s Flying Security Cam Takes Off Again? Inside the Ring Always Home Cam & the Future of Home Surveillance

Ring’s Flying Security Cam Takes Off Again? Inside the Ring Always Home Cam & the Future of Home Surveillance

A Flying Security Camera for Your Living Room The Ring Always Home Cam is unlike any security camera you’ve seen – because it doesn’t sit in one place. Announced at Amazon’s 2020 hardware event, this pint-sized indoor drone is designed to take off from its dock and fly preset routes through your house, giving you a roaming eye on your property digitaltrends.com digitaltrends.com. It essentially promises to be “an extension of your own two eyes”, reaching every corner that a fixed camera can’t digitaltrends.com. Ring’s pitch was simple: instead of buying a camera for each room, one flying cam could
5 September 2025
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Starlink Blitz, Spy Sat Scare & Mission Milestones: Space News Roundup (Sept 4–5, 2025)

Starlink Blitz, Spy Sat Scare & Mission Milestones: Space News Roundup (Sept 4–5, 2025)

Government & Private Spaceflight Developments NASA & SpaceX – New Boosts and Milestones: In a notable first for ISS operations, SpaceX’s CRS-33 Dragon cargo ship successfully executed a reboost of the International Space Station on Sept. 3 nasa.gov. Firing new thrusters in its trunk for over five minutes, the uncrewed Dragon raised the ISS orbit by about a mile – inaugurating a capability that will be used periodically through fall 2025 to help maintain the station’s altitude nasa.gov nasa.gov. This test comes as NASA seeks alternatives to rely less on Russia’s Progress vehicles for station-keeping. Meanwhile, SpaceX is poised for a
5 September 2025
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Stock Market Today

Nu stock jumps to $17.40 as traders eye Nubank’s next catalyst

Nu stock jumps to $17.40 as traders eye Nubank’s next catalyst

7 February 2026
Nu Holdings shares climbed 3.5% to $17.40 Friday, reversing Thursday’s loss, as the Dow closed above 50,000 for the first time. Nu recently received conditional approval from U.S. regulators to form a national bank, but still needs further sign-offs before launching. The company manages $38.8 billion in deposits and reports earnings Feb. 25.
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