Cybersecurity researcher Allison Nixon became the target of death threats and online harassment in the spring of 2024, according to MIT Technology Review. The threats, originating from anonymous accounts on Telegram and Discord, included graphic language and targeted Nixon because of her work tracking cybercriminals as chief research officer at Unit 221B, a cyber investigations firm.
The threats began in April, with individuals using handles like "Waifu" and "Judische" posting violent messages. One message stated, "Alison Nixon is gonna get necklaced with a tire filled with gasoline soon," while another read, "Decerebration is my fav type of brain death, thats whats gonna happen to alison Nixon," according to MIT Technology Review. The harassment escalated to include the sharing of AI-generated nudes of Nixon.
Nixon's work at Unit 221B, which is named after Sherlock Holmes' apartment, focused on investigating cybercriminals. This work appears to be the primary reason for the threats, as the individuals targeted her because of her effectiveness in the field.
In other news, actor Robert Duvall passed away at the age of 95, according to a statement from his wife posted on Facebook, as reported by Newsweek. Duvall, who starred in nearly 100 films over a career spanning seven decades, died peacefully at home. His wife, Luciana Duvall, described him as "one of the greatest actors of our time."
Meanwhile, the entertainment industry is grappling with the implications of new AI technology. A new artificial intelligence video generator from ByteDance, the creator of TikTok, is drawing criticism from Hollywood organizations, according to Fortune. The tool, called Seedance 2.0, allows users to generate high-quality AI videos using simple text prompts. The Motion Picture Association has accused ByteDance of violating copyright laws by using copyrighted works without permission.
Finally, the wealthy employ various strategies to reduce taxes and ensure wealth transfer to the next generation, according to Fortune. Estate planning attorney Mark Bosler noted that while the average person relies on a simple will, the wealthy utilize more complex strategies, such as trusts, to minimize estate taxes.
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