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Genesis Prize Awards $1 Million to Israeli Groups Working to Release and Aid Hostages and Their Families

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

These organizations also provide essential services such as treatment, counseling, and support to the hostages who have been released and their families.

Key Points: 
  • These organizations also provide essential services such as treatment, counseling, and support to the hostages who have been released and their families.
  • In 2023, the Genesis Prize Foundation recognized Jewish activists and nongovernmental organizations aiding people in Ukraine.
  • The Genesis Prize Foundation Selection Committee has chosen five Israeli NGOs to receive its first round of financial support.
  • The 2024 Genesis Prize also honors family members of hostages and others for their remarkable efforts in securing the release and supporting the hostages and their families.

Literary Arts Series Spotlights Novelist Saul Bellow

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Author Saul Bellow was honored today with a new stamp, the 34th in the Postal Service's Literary Arts series.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Author Saul Bellow was honored today with a new stamp, the 34th in the Postal Service's Literary Arts series.
  • Bellow considered himself a historian of American identity, populating his books with dreamers and intellectuals searching for meaning in a materialistic, sometimes disorienting world.
  • The title "Saul Bellow" is in dark purple letters in the upper-right corner, with "Three Ounce" and "USA" appearing vertically along the left side.
  • Bellow began an unfinished novel in 1939, then in 1941, published his first short story, "Two Morning Monologues," in Partisan Review.

BioCatch Shares Guidance for Consumer Protection against Romance Scams

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Monday, February 5, 2024

TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BioCatch, the global leader in digital fraud and money laundering powered by behavioral biometric intelligence, today shared guidance for protecting vulnerable banking customers from modern-day romance scams.  With Valentine's Day 2024 only days away, and authorised payment fraud continuing to skyrocket globally, it is important that the fraud-fighting community share insights on how best to protect victims and identify the perpetrators of romance scams. Scams have undergone a significant evolution in recent years, adjusting to the dynamics of our digital existence, and evolving with our communication preferences and channels. They have also diversified significantly expanding beyond traditional forms to encompass a wider array of deceptive tactics.

Key Points: 
  • UK Finance reports a staggering 26% surge in romance scams during the initial half of 2023, leading to a loss of £18.5 million for consumers.
  • "When it comes to romance scams, or any scam for that matter, banks need to play a critical role in consumer education and protection.
  • BioCatch realized some time ago that a more comprehensive approach was needed to fight romance scams.
  • "Romance scams are particularly cruel and often devastating for victims, leaving them with both broken hearts and empty bank accounts.

BioCatch Shares Guidance for Consumer Protection against Romance Scams

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 5, 2024

TEL AVIV, Israel and NEW YORK, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BioCatch, the global leader in digital fraud and money laundering powered by behavioral biometric intelligence, today shared guidance for protecting vulnerable banking customers from modern-day romance scams.  With Valentine's Day 2024 only days away, and authorised payment fraud continuing to skyrocket globally, it is important that the fraud-fighting community share insights on how best to protect victims and identify the perpetrators of romance scams.

Key Points: 
  • UK Finance reports a staggering 26% surge in romance scams during the initial half of 2023, leading to a loss of £18.5 million for consumers.
  • "When it comes to romance scams, or any scam for that matter, banks need to play a critical role in consumer education and protection.
  • BioCatch realized some time ago that a more comprehensive approach was needed to fight romance scams.
  • "Romance scams are particularly cruel and often devastating for victims, leaving them with both broken hearts and empty bank accounts.

California Water Service Group Donates More than $1.5 Million to Local Community Organizations in 2023

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Last year, Group allocated 22% of its community giving efforts to support at-risk, underserved, and disadvantaged communities.

Key Points: 
  • Last year, Group allocated 22% of its community giving efforts to support at-risk, underserved, and disadvantaged communities.
  • An additional 22% went to community improvement efforts across the utility’s service areas; 14% to support firefighters, police officers, and first responders; and 13% for educational grants.
  • The remainder of the donations went to organizations focused on youth, healthcare, veterans, and animal welfare.
  • Group also provided in-kind services during a three-month “Season of Service” effort that involved nearly half of the company’s employees in volunteer projects.

Console & Associates, P.C.: Plaza Radiology Reports Data Breach Exposing Social Security Numbers of 569k Patients - Console & Associates P.C.

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

The data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C.

Key Points: 
  • The data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C.
  • On December 20, 2023, Plaza Radiology ("Chattanooga Imaging") filed a notice with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights describing a data breach affecting patients of the various facilities operated by Plaza Radiology.
  • Plaza Radiology notes that the incident stemmed from a cybersecurity incident that was first discovered on October 21, 2023.
  • Additionally, victims should consider contacting a data breach attorney immediately, as anyone who receives a data breach letter from Chattanooga Imaging may be entitled to financial compensation.

Console & Associates, P.C.: LoanDepot Reports Massive Data Breach Exposing the Personal Information of Over 16 Million Consumers

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Monday, January 22, 2024

The sensitive personal data of more than 16 million consumers has been compromised.

Key Points: 
  • The sensitive personal data of more than 16 million consumers has been compromised.
  • On January 22, 2024, LoanDepot filed a notice with the Securities and Exchange Commission describing a data breach affecting consumers nationwide.
  • Additionally, victims should consider contacting a data breach attorney immediately, as anyone who receives a data breach letter from LoanDepot may be entitled to financial compensation.
  • Anyone who has received a Notice of Data Breach letter from LoanDepot may contact the firm to learn more about their rights.

Console & Associates, P.C.: Raptor Technologies Confirms Unsecured Database Leaked Sensitive Information Belonging to an Unknown Number of Students, Parents & Teachers

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

MARLTON, N.J., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- An unknown number of parents, teachers and students are being notified that their confidential information was compromised when Raptor Technologies left a database containing confidential information exposed to the public.

Key Points: 
  • MARLTON, N.J., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- An unknown number of parents, teachers and students are being notified that their confidential information was compromised when Raptor Technologies left a database containing confidential information exposed to the public.
  • On January 11, 2024, a cybersecurity researcher published his findings regarding his December 2023 discovery of an unsecured database that he believed belonged to Raptor Technologies.
  • Upon discovery of the unsecured database, which contained more than 4 million records, the cybersecurity researcher notified Raptor Technologies.
  • While Raptor Technologies explains that there is no evidence suggesting any other unauthorized parties access the database, the company's investigation is ongoing.

Console & Associates, P.C.: Fidelity National Financial Reports Data Breach Exposing Confidential Information of 1.3 Million Consumers

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

On January 9, 2023, Fidelity National Financial filed a notice with the Securities and Exchange Commission describing a data breach affecting consumers nationwide.

Key Points: 
  • On January 9, 2023, Fidelity National Financial filed a notice with the Securities and Exchange Commission describing a data breach affecting consumers nationwide.
  • What Should You Do if You Receive a Fidelity National Financial Data Breach Letter?
  • Individuals who receive a data breach letter from Fidelity National Financial should take steps to protect themselves.
  • Additionally, victims should consider contacting a data breach attorney immediately, as anyone who receives a data breach letter from Fidelity National Financial may be entitled to financial compensation.

Console & Associates, P.C.: First American Financial Reports Data Breach Exposing Social Security Numbers of 769k Retirees and Beneficiaries

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

What Should You Do if You Receive a First American Financial Data Breach Letter?

Key Points: 
  • What Should You Do if You Receive a First American Financial Data Breach Letter?
  • The First American Financial cyber attack is still under investigation, and the company has not yet confirmed a data breach.
  • However, if any individuals receive a data breach letter from First American Financial, they should take steps to protect themselves.
  • Additionally, potential victims should consider contacting a data breach attorney immediately, as anyone who receives a data breach letter from First American Financial may be entitled to financial compensation.