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Cash App customers may be able to claim more than $2,500 each as part of a $15 million class-action settlement for data and security breaches at the mobile payment service. People whose accounts were accessed without their authorization or who had fraudulent withdrawals or transfers can file claims, provided they had or currently have an account between August 23, 2018, and August 20, 2024, according to the settlement website. The class-action pointed to a 2021 incident the company disclosed in 2022, in which a former employee downloaded reports of some U.S. users without permission. It also noted another breach, disclosed in 2023,...

How to file a claim to get $2,500 from a Cash App settlement

In 2021 and 2023, Cash App suffered two different data breaches -- one in which a former employee downloaded user transaction reports, and another in which an unauthorized person accessed user account data. A new class action lawsuit alleges that Cash App was negligent in handling these breaches and didn't...

Have you used Cash App in the last 6 years? You might be eligible for $2,500

I don't know about you, but the amount of spam and possibly malicious SMS messages I receive these days is overwhelming. I have, on certain days, received anywhere from 20 to 50 such text messages on my Android phone. Although stopping this altogether is next to impossible, you can at least block and report any of those messages that do come in.

How to block spam messages on Android (and why you really should)

It’s hard to deny the allure of remote work in 2024, particularly over the last few summer months. The idea of being able to maintain a flexible work schedule and ditch the commute has been a sought-after perk for employees in virtually every industry. So, how do you actually...

47 Fully Remote Jobs You Can Apply for in August 2024

In an SEC filing, ADT mentions last month's cybersecurity breach but insists it has “no reason to believe” its customers' home security was compromised. Meanwhile the hackers are already advertising a wealth of customer data they claim was obtained from the breach. ADT, a leading home security company...

Home security giant ADT confirms data breach

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Who: Plaintiff Jeffrey Stevens is suing TD Bank. Why: Stevens claims the bank unlawfully shares its customers’ personal information with Meta. Where: The TD Bank class action was filed in a New Jersey federal court. A new class action alleges that TD Bank unlawfully shared its customers’ personal information...

TD Bank class action claims bank shares customer info with Meta

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates. 2024 has already proved challenging for global supply chains, with extreme weather events wreaking havoc on transportation, production and agriculture. The repercussions are being felt across industries, causing delays, shortages and escalating costs. As we navigate the rest of the year, the specter of continued weather disruptions looms large, demanding vigilance and adaptation from supply chain professionals.

Weather’s wrath: Supply chains reel from 2024’s extreme events

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Brandon, SD

A small refrigerated trucking company has announced it is laying off 111 employees, including around 85 truck drivers, and plans to wind down operations at its facility in Brandon, South Dakota. Geno Cannon, president of AA Temperature Controlled, doing business as A&A Express, notified drivers and office personnel via email...

Refrigerated carrier A&A Express closes South Dakota facility, cuts 111 jobs

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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The DoJ has charged an individual for running US operations in  a campaign where North Korean hackers infiltrate US firms posing as tech staff

US citizen charged with aiding North Korean hackers moonlighting as tech workers

Cargojet, the largest all-cargo airline in Canada, said core transportation revenue increased 11.5% in the second quarter from the prior year as the company taps into the booming international e-commerce logistics sector. Growth in e-commerce was the primary factor behind Cargojet’s improved earnings and positive outlook for the second half...

E-commerce, Amazon demand drive Cargojet volume growth

During a recent electrical training program, questions arose regarding how to apply the National Electrical Code (NEC) to three-phase transformer installations. More specifically, how dry-type transformers (rated at less than 1,000V) are supposed to be protected to meet minimum NEC requirements. Related questions during the same class were about the...

Transformer Overcurrent Protection: An example application at less than 1,000V

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You might think that getting a second phone number requires purchasing another SIM card or even an additional device. This can be particularly challenging if your current phone doesn't support dual SIM cards. Such a situation can be inconvenient and compromise both your privacy and comfort. If this is a concern for you, it may be worth exploring the option of obtaining a virtual phone number.

How to get a second phone number on your mobile phone

Applications are currently being accepted for the latest round of USDA Regional Agricultural Promotion Program grants, better known as RAPP. The deadline to apply is Friday, October 4th, and the USDA will accept applications through the Unified Export Strategy System; the Application portal. Foreign Agricultural Service Deputy administrator Mark Slepak said there is one notable difference in this second round of RAPP grant applications.

Round Two Of RAPP Funding Applications Now Underway

Mixed results for the 20th anniversary IC Transport 50 ranking of the world’s largest specialized transport companies. Alex Dahm reports. The Cranes and Transport Middle East conference is coming up for the fourth time, in Dubai. ICST previews this must-attend event. SUSTAINABILITY: GOING GREEN. The industry is adopting eco-friendly...

International Cranes and Specialized Transport - July-August 2024

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According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Over the past year and a half, a number of reports have been released that sparked concern among the graduates and students of MBA programs. The finance, tech and consultancy sectors on which many MBAs set their sights appear to be struggling, and the job market lacks the abundance promised just a few years ago.

What’s Going on with the Job Market?

Entrepreneur

In today's hyper-competitive job market, attracting and engaging with Gen Z candidates has become a paramount concern for large-scale organizations striving to stay ahead.

I Have Coached Thousands of Top Tier Gen Z Talent — Here's What They Really Want at Work That Will Make Them Stay

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Why 3PLs and Carriers Should Use SONAR to Get Ahead

Post-COVID, everyone is looking for a differentiator. SONAR has been proven time and time again to help transportation providers gain access to knowledge and market insights...

Why 3PLs and Carriers Should Use SONAR to Get Ahead

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