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New MEXC safety review puts proof-of-reserves and withdrawal locks in the spotlight

New MEXC safety review puts proof-of-reserves and withdrawal locks in the spotlight

On Sunday, a security review reported that crypto exchange MEXC is relying on withdrawal locks, two-factor authentication, and a so-called “Freeze Account” feature to fend off account takeovers—moves that come as centralized platforms aim to shore up confidence on custody risk. The review also listed cold storage, multi-signature wallets, and encryption among the security measures MEXC employs.
8 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

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 Legion Enhanced Sensor pods, which can detect aircraft by heat, plus related equipment under the Foreign Military Sales 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, Florida, and the project is expected to run through June 30, 2031; it described the deal as a sole-source acquisition. U.S. Department of War
2 January 2026
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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, following allegations that he mishandled confidential technical data at SpaceX’s training facilities in the United States. The Moscow Times+2The Insider+2
3 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.
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.
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)

On Oct 10, 2025, former President Trump stunned markets by threatening 100% tariffs on Chinese imports 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. The selling was most intense on Friday night and Saturday morning, when roughly $7B was flushed in a single hourdlnews.com.
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

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.
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 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 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, their transponders turned off, and no contact with air traffic control, violating international aviation norms theguardian.com.
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

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, NATO fighter jets were deployed alongside Polish F‑16s, engaging and neutralizing the drones within Polish territory apnews.com apnews.com. A NATO spokesman confirmed this was “the first time NATO planes have engaged potential threats in Allied airspace” since the war began apnews.com.
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?

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 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 is directly or indirectly involved reuters.com.
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?

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 tmj4.com. An emergency no-fly zone was declared over parts of eastern Poland, and authorities briefly closed several regional airports as a precautionary measure theguardian.com theguardian.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

System Architecture: A Patriot battery consists of six main components – 1) interceptors, 2) launcher units, 3) a phased-array radar, 4) an engagement control station, 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 coordinates detection and tracking, while multiple launcher vehicles carry the missiles en.wikipedia.org defensenews.com. Patriot units can disperse launchers up to 10 km from the radar via remote launch links, expanding the defended area fivefold missilethreat.csis.org.
11 September 2025
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