Ransomware Negotiator Gets 6 Years in Prison for Assisting Scammers
A ransomware negotiator was sentenced to 70 months in federal prison for assisting criminals in scamming his clients. Angelo Martino, 41, had been hired by Digital Mint to help victims but instead aided the scammers.
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Figure Technology Solutions' blockchain-based loan marketplace processed $4.3 billion in volume during Q2, representing a 132% increase. Weekly loan applications exceeded $1 billion following the record quarter performance.
Databricks Raises $5 Billion to Expand Enterprise AI Agent Platform
Databricks raised $5 billion in funding at a $190 billion valuation, up from $134 billion in February. The company plans to expand its enterprise AI agent platform with the new capital.
Bank of America to buy up to 49.9% stake in Jio Credit for $1.9B
Bank of America will acquire up to 49.9% stake in Jio Credit for $1.9 billion. The investment reflects the bank's confidence in India as a growth market where it has operated for decades.