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By LOLITA BALDOR and FATIMA HUSSEIN WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump said Wednesday that he has chosen Keith Kellogg, a highly decorated retired three-star general, to serve as his special envoy for Ukraine and Russia. Kellogg, who is one of the architects of a staunchly conservative policy book that lays out an “America First” national security agenda for the incoming administration, will come into the role as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine enters its third year in February. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social account, and said “He was with me right from the beginning! Together, we will secure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH, and Make America, and the World, SAFE AGAIN!” Kellogg, an 80 year-old retired Army lieutenant general who has long been Trump’s top adviser on defense issues, served as national security adviser to Vice President Mike Pence , was chief of staff of the National Security Council and then stepped in as an acting security adviser for Trump after Michael Flynn resigned. As special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Kellogg will have to navigate an increasingly untenable war between the two nations. The Biden administration has begun urging Ukraine to quickly increase the size of its military by drafting more troops and revamping its mobilization laws to allow for the conscription of troops as young as 18. The White House has pushed more than $56 billion in security assistance to Ukraine since the start of Russia’s February 2022 invasion and expects to send billions more to Kyiv before Biden leaves office in less than months. Trump has criticized the billions that the Biden administration has poured into Ukraine. Washington has recently stepped up weapons shipments and has forgiven billions in loans provided to Kyiv. The incoming Republican president has said he could end the war in 24 hours, comments that appear to suggest he would press Ukraine to surrender territory that Russia now occupies. As a co-chairman of the American First Policy Institute’s Center for American Security, Kellogg wrote several of the chapters in the group’s policy book. The book, like the Heritage Foundation’s “Project 2025,” is a move to lay out a Trump national security agenda and avoid the mistakes of 2016 when he entered the White House largely unprepared. Kellogg in April wrote that “bringing the Russia-Ukraine war to a close will require strong, America First leadership to deliver a peace deal and immediately end the hostilities between the two warring parties.” Trump’s proposed national security advisor U.S. Rep. Michael Waltz (R-Fla.) tweeted Wednesday that “Keith has dedicated his life to defending our great country and is committed to bringing the war in Ukraine to a peaceful resolution.” Kellogg was a character in multiple Trump investigations dating to his first term. He was among the administration officials who listened in on the July 2019 call between Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in which Trump prodded his Ukrainian counterpart to pursue investigations into the Bidens. The call, which Kellogg would later say did not raise any concerns on his end, was at the center of the first of two House impeachment cases against Trump, who was acquitted by the Senate both times. On Jan. 6, 2021, hours before pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol, Kellogg, who was then Pence’s national security adviser, listened in on a heated call in which Trump told his vice president to object or delay the certification in Congress of President Joe Biden ’s victory. He later told House investigators that he recalled Trump saying to Pence words to the effect of: “You’re not tough enough to make the call.” Baldor reported from Washington. AP writer Eric Tucker in Washington contributed to this report.

PLB Viet Nam - Genuine bearing distributor in VietnamUnity's Reversal Is Already Here - Growing Bullish SupportPeak XV, Bisque and Link Investment Trust will together sell a 12.2% stake, or 85.8 Lakh shares, in Awfis The investors will offload the shares at INR 680 apiece. This represents a discount of 5.2% to the stock’s closing price of INR 717.05 on Tuesday As of September 2024, Peak XV held a 10.92% stake in Awfis. Bisque and Link Investment Trust owned 14.38% and 0.36% stakes, respectively VC major Peak XV Partners, Mauritius-based investment firm Bisque Limited, and Delhi-based Link Investment Trust reportedly plan to offload Awfis shares worth INR 583 Cr. Citing sources, CNBC-TV18 reported that the three investors will together offload a 12.2% stake, or 85.8 Lakh shares, in the flexible workspace solutions company via a block deal. As per the report, the investors will offload the shares at INR 680 apiece. This represents a discount of 5.2% to the stock’s closing price of INR 717.05 on Tuesday. According to a separate NDTV Profit report, IIFL Capital Services and ICICI Securities are the book runners for the deal. As of September 2024, promoter Peak XV held a 10.92% stake in the coworking space provider, while Bisque and Link Investment Trust owned 14.38% and 0.36% stake in Awfis, respectively. Shares of Awfis are down 7.5% in the past month but up over 70% since its listing in May. Meanwhile, brokerages continue to be bullish on the company, with as many as five analysts tracking the company having a ‘BUY’ rating on the stock. The positive outlook comes largely on the back of Awfis rapidly expanding its footprint and signing new office spaces. Last month, the company announced that it would design and manage 1.65 Lakh sq ft of office space in Mumbai for the National Stock Exchange. Founded in 2015 by Amit Ramani, Awfis claims to be the largest flexible space operator in India with 181 centres, around 1.1 Lakh seats, and about 5.6 Mn square feet of chargeable area, as of March 2024. The company started operations as a coworking network, and has since expanded into the tech-enabled workspace solutions segment. It reported a consolidated net profit of INR 38.67 Cr in the second quarter (Q2) of the financial year 2024-25 (FY25). In contrast, it posted a net loss of INR 4.34 Cr in Q2 FY24. Operating revenue jumped 40.46% to INR 292.38 Cr during the quarter under review from INR 208.15 Cr in Q2 FY24. Shares of Awfis closed Tuesday (December 10) trading session 0.15% lower at INR 716.95 on the BSE.

Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx has opened up about the medical emergency he faced last year , revealing that he had a brain bleed that led to a stroke. The Hollywood star detailed the struggles he had with his health last year. "It is a mystery," he said. "We still don't know exactly what happened to me." "April 11, I was having a bad headache and I asked my boy for an aspirin. And I realized quickly that when you're in a medical emergency, your boys don't know what the f--- to do," he said. "Before I could get the aspirin I went out," he said. "I don't remember 20 days." Foxx thanked his sister , who he said was "4 foot 11 of nothing but pure love," for driving him around Atlanta to find a hospital. They ended up at Piedmont Hospital, where a doctor told them that Foxx was having a brain bleed that had led to a stroke and that he would die without an operation, the actor said. After the operation, doctors said that Foxx might make a full recovery "but it's going to be the worst year of his life," Foxx recounted. Foxx's family kept him out of the public eye because he was "so dizzy" that his head would bob around and his daughter was concerned that people would turn him into an internet meme if they saw his condition, he said. On May 4, he remembers waking up in a wheelchair and not being able to walk, and reacting in shock when his friend told him he'd had a stroke. "Jamie Foxx don't get strokes," the actor remembered saying. He was then flown to Chicago for rehab, where he says he was told to drop the "arrogant" act if he wanted to make a full recovery. The actor was hospitalized in April 2023 after having a then-undisclosed health crisis while filming a Netflix film in Atlanta. At the time of his hospitalization, his daughter Corinne Foxx said on social media that her father had suffered a "medical complication," but those close to him largely stayed tight-lipped about the actor's condition, in keeping with his penchant for privacy. In July 2023, Foxx posted an Instagram video update in which he addressed the speculation about what led to his hospitalization, although he did not reveal details of what happened. "I know a lot of people were waiting or wanting to hear updates but to be honest with you, I just didn't want you to see me like that, man," he said in the video. "I want you to see me laughing, having a good time, partying, cracking a joke, doing a movie, television show. I didn't want you to see me with tubes running out of me and trying to figure out if I was gonna make it through." Foxx shared another health update on his verified social media in August 2023. "You're looking at a man who is thankful... finally startin' to feel like myself..." he wrote at the time. "It's been an unexpected dark journey... but I can see the light." This past summer, in a video shared to TikTok , the "Ray" actor told a crowd of well-wishers that his issue began with a "bad headache" and was then "gone for 20 days." In that video, he was seen sharing that he did not "remember anything."Plant-based compound that prevents infectious biofilm formation

Vodafone Group clears about Rs 11 650 cr dues to lenders raised against VIL sharesCharlotte, Oliver and Henry knocked off top of ACT's most popular baby namesWashington : Kamala Harris has spoken out about her election defeat in a widely pilloried video in which she talked up her losing campaign’s record fundraising haul and urged demoralised Democrats to continue to mobilise against Donald Trump. After weeks of silence and a brief holiday in Hawaii, the vice president appeared in a 10-minute video to thank supporters and encouraged them to remain resilient after Trump’s election victory. “Ability to engage and inspire”: Vice President Kamala Harris. Credit: X/TheDemocrats “The outcome of this election, obviously, is not what we wanted,” she said. “It is not what we worked so hard for, but I am proud of the race we ran, and your role in this was critical. What we did in 107 days was unprecedented ... Don’t let anyone take your power.” The video went viral on social media, but was widely mocked by critics noting the vice president’s tired and somewhat rattled appearance, with some going so far as to question whether she was under the influence of alcohol. In a sentiment shared by many, TV personality Meghan McCain, the daughter of former Arizona Republican Senator John McCain, also called for Democrats to remove the short clip posted to the party’s X account. Emotional supporters as US Vice President Kamala Harris speaks following her election defeat. Credit: Bloomberg “Take this down,” McCain wrote. “She’s still the sitting Vice President for God’s sake – this is awful. Like really, really awful.” Harris’ comment about the “historic $1.4 billion” raised from grassroots supporters angered some donors, who questioned how so much money could be spent, only to lose all seven battleground states, the popular vote and both houses of Congress. Speaking on News Nation, mega-donor John Morgan, who refused to back Harris’ presidential bid, said the expenditure would “follow Harris for the rest of her career”. “I think this disqualifies her forever,” said the founder of Washington-based law firm Morgan & Morgan. “If you can’t run a campaign, you can’t run America.” Elise Stefanik, Donald Trump’s pick for UN ambassador, said she had been threatened. Credit: Bloomberg Harris’ video was the first time she had spoken publicly about the election since her concession speech at Howard University on November 6. It came as Trump’s campaign revealed that several of his cabinet and staffing picks had been targeted by bomb threats and swatting – a process that has become quite common in America, whereby police are called to someone’s home to check what often turns out to be a hoax. The campaign has not disclosed who was targeted, however, the office of New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik, Trump’s pick for UN ambassador, posted that she was among them. “Last night and this morning, several of President Trump’s Cabinet nominees and administration appointees were targeted in violent, unAmerican threats to their lives and those who live with them,” said Trump’s spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt. “In response, law enforcement acted quickly to ensure the safety of those who were targeted. President Trump and the entire Transition team are grateful for their swift action.” President Joe Biden’s decision to stand down on July 21 and elevate Harris as the Democratic candidate changed the trajectory of the 2024 presidential race and broke fundraising records in the three months up to election day. However, after her crushing defeat, the campaign’s spending and political strategy have come under growing scrutiny amid recriminations about what went wrong. As the soul-searching continued, Harris campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon, senior adviser David Plouffe, deputy campaign manager Quentin Fulks and senior adviser Stephanie Cutter, appeared on the left-leaning Pod Save America podcast to provide their insights, blaming Biden, the media, and the truncated campaign time frame. Kamala Harris and Joe Biden at a rally together for her campaign in Maryland in August. Credit: Eric Lee/The New York Times Plouffe, a former Obama adviser, rejected as “nonsense” the idea that Harris should have done more to educate voters about who she was as a candidate, rather than focus on Trump. “To win a race like this given the political atmospherics, which were quite challenging, we had to raise the risk of a Trump second term,” he said. Dillon, meanwhile, said perceptions that the vice president spent too many weeks avoiding interviews were “completely bullshit” and said that when Harris did do interviews, the questions were “small and processy” and they did not help to inform voters wanting to know about her. Cutter added that many of the questions were just “dumb”. Harris also received a lot of criticism during the campaign over comments she made on the TV show The View in which she said there wasn’t anything she would have done differently than Biden. This became an instant attack ad for the Trump campaign, and one of the most damaging errors for Harris as she tried to present herself to voters as the candidate of change. Asked about this on the podcast, Cutter said the campaign tried to differentiate Harris from Biden by talking about her as a new generational leader who spent most of her career outside the Washington beltway. “We were trying to tell a story and give the impression that she was different without pointing to a specific issue,” she explained. Elsewhere, veteran Democratic Party strategist James Carville hit out at young progressives in the Harris campaign, suggesting their role in thwarting a potential interview with Joe Rogan may have contributed to her crushing defeat. “The vice president was thinking about going on Joe Rogan’s show and a lot of the younger, progressive staffers pitched a hissy fit,” he said. “What I would tell them: ‘Not only am I not interested in your f---ing opinion, I’m not even gonna call you by your name. You’re 23 years old, I don’t really give a shit what you think’.” Harris, meanwhile, used her video to urge supporters to stay positive. “You have the same ability to engage and inspire,” she said. “So don’t ever let anybody or any circumstance take your power from you.” Get a note directly from our foreign correspondents on what’s making headlines around the world. Sign up for the weekly What in the World newsletter here .

Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz on Thursday addressed his confrontation with Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni following Sunday’s game. Ertz and Sirianni had some sort of exchange after shaking hands following Washington’s 36-33 win on Sunday. Reports suggested that Eagles security had to separate the two , with video of the confrontation largely confirming that account . Ertz was the first to address the issue on Thursday, and he downplayed the incident. The tight end said it was the product of two competitive people coming into contact, and that he has no problems with his former head coach. “I’m not really going to get into the specifics. Just two people that really love to compete, I would say,” Ertz told reporters. “Nick and I had a great relationship when I was there. We still have a great relationship. I think it’s definitely been blown way out of proportion. We spoke. We’re good. There’s no ill feelings on my part, and I don’t think there’s any ill feelings on his part. It’s just something, in the heat of the moment, probably got blown out of proportion.” Zach Ertz says the postgame scene with Nick Sirianni is blown way out of proportion. Ertz says things are all good now and just two competitive people. pic.twitter.com/q1f1uNoIvq — JP Finlay (@JPFinlayNBCS) December 26, 2024 Ertz played for the Eagles from 2013-21. He briefly played for Sirianni during the coach’s first season with the team, but was traded shortly after Sirianni’s arrival. At the time, Ertz was in the final year of his contract and very badly wanted a new one , but never got it. Ertz only made one catch for 12 yards in Sunday’s win, but has 55 grabs for 538 yards and four touchdowns on the season. This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. , Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amgen (NASDAQ:AMGN) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a $2.38 per share dividend for the first quarter of 2025. The dividend will be paid on March 7, 2025 , to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on February 14, 2025 . About Amgen Amgen discovers, develops, manufactures and delivers innovative medicines to help millions of patients in their fight against some of the world's toughest diseases. More than 40 years ago, Amgen helped to establish the biotechnology industry and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what's known today. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline that builds on its existing portfolio of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, inflammatory diseases and rare diseases. 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ITV viewers flocked to complain about a guest on The Martin Lewis Money Show. During Tuesday's (December 10) live show, Martin was joined by retired sprinter Jeanette Kwakye as they discussed everything surrounding car finance. Later in the show, Martin interviewed Nikhil Rathi, the chief executive of the UK's Financial Conduct Authority. Martin, 52, grilled Rathi on a number of subjects as fans sent in their questions. However, viewers were less than satisfied with Rathi's answers as they took to social media to share their thoughts. One wrote: "Well, that bloke from the FCA was about as much use as a glass hammer, wasn't he? Just endlessly parroting the same sentence over and over again. How do people like that end up in such high-powered jobs?" A third remarked: "It seems Nikhil Rathi is under pressure from #MartinLewis not answering the questions confidently." Suggesting he was avoiding the questions, another declared: "Nikhil Rathi answers like a politician #martinlewis." After the interview had concluded, Martin thanked Rathi for appearing on the programme and answering questions live, claiming no politician has agreed to do that on his show. Others complained about what the show was based on as another viewer fumed: "Why have you spent the final show of 2024 speaking about this topic? the UK is in financial shambles and this show is so far off the mark to actually help solve real people’s problems. #MartinLewis start discussing something useful!!!" A second said: "Why is it always Car Dealers you go after? There are many things that people sell and make a commission and don’t disclose it. If you sell a product you should be entitled to make money! I assume you get a commission for working for ITV but I expect you to make money!" As the show came to its conclusion, Martin announced that this was the final one of the year and they will be returning in 2025. Martin said: "This is our last show before the end of the year. I want to say thank you very much to the production. Thank you to our audience here, thank you to Jeanette and most importantly of all, a huge thank you to everyone at home. "This is a show that isn't about watching, it's about taking action and when you do that, that's what gives me the buzz to do it." Martin signed off by wishing all viewers a happy Christmas and New Year. Over on X, the presenter shared: "Thank you all for watching tonight. MSE Sally signing off for 2024... Hope you all enjoyed tonight’s show! #MartinLewis." Viewers rushed to praise the money saving expert, with one writing: "Brilliant as always Martin," as a second echoed: "Excellent stuff Thank you."Shiffrin confirms she'll miss Beaver Creek World Cup races

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In an era where digital engagement is paramount, the integration of professional photo booth rentals at corporate events in Jacksonville is proving to be more than just a trend. These booths, equipped with advanced technology and customizable features, have the potential to elevate brand visibility, facilitate networking, and inject a dose of fun into any corporate gathering. As we explore the various benefits and considerations associated with these rentals, you may find yourself contemplating the transformative impact of such a seemingly simple addition to your next corporate event. Professional photo booths, a powerful tool in the domain of event photography, are much more than simple boxes with cameras. Their evolution is a fascinating journey through photo booth history, with roots dating back to the early 20th century when they were used for creating passport photos. 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This technology is intricately woven into the fabric of a successful corporate event, providing high-quality photos that serve as tangible memories of the occasion. Advanced printing technology utilizes the latest photo technology and printing innovations to deliver crisp, vibrant images. The precision of these technologies guarantees that every detail is captured, from the smallest facial expression to the intricate designs of event decor. With this technology, photos are not just printed, they are crafted with a level of detail and precision that only professional equipment can achieve. Moreover, advanced printing technology offers quick printing times, guaranteeing that guests do not have to wait for long to receive their photos. This efficiency is vital in a corporate event setting, where time is of the essence, and maintaining a smooth flow is paramount. Professional photo booth rentals in Jacksonville understand the importance of this technology and incorporate it into their services. By doing so, they provide an unrivaled level of quality and service, setting them apart in the competitive event industry. The application of advanced printing technology, consequently, is not just an option, but a necessity in the domain of professional photo booth rentals. One cannot underestimate the power of a photo booth in transforming a mundane corporate event into an engaging and interactive experience. Photo booths not only offer a fun diversion but also a unique way to foster team bonding. By stepping out of their formal roles and into the friendly environment of a photo booth, employees can interact with one another in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. This can result in not only increased employee satisfaction but also in stronger interpersonal relationships among team members. Furthermore, the photos taken serve as tangible mementos of the event often shared and displayed in the workplace long after the event has passed. They serve as a constant reminder of the positive, shared experiences among team members, further reinforcing the team bonding and collaboration initiated at the event. Moreover, photo booths can be tailored to align with the theme or purpose of the corporate event, offering a range of props and backgrounds to suit the occasion. This further enhances the level of engagement, making the photo booth an entertaining and memorable part of the event. Consequently, photo booths are an excellent tool for enhancing engagement and interaction at corporate events. How do you select the right photo booth provider for your corporate event? Several important factors come into play. To begin with, assess the variety of photo booth types offered by potential providers. From traditional enclosed booths to open-air setups, and mirror booths to green screen options, the provider’s inventory should cater to your specific needs and aesthetic preferences. Next, examine the rental packages they offer. These should be thorough, covering not only the photo booth itself but also essential add-ons such as props, backdrops, custom print layouts, and digital sharing capabilities. A reliable provider will offer a range of packages, allowing you to find one that aligns with your event’s scale and budget. Additionally, consider the provider’s reputation and experience. Look for testimonials and reviews from previous clients to gauge their professionalism and reliability. An experienced provider will be able to handle unexpected challenges and guarantee smooth operation throughout your event. Lastly, communication and customer service are essential. Your provider should be responsive, accommodating, and willing to work closely with you to tailor their services to your event’s unique needs. Remember, a successful corporate event hinges on your ability to choose a photo booth provider that fulfills your requirements and exceeds your expectations. Understanding the cost implications is a critical step in the process of renting a photo booth for your corporate event. Budget planning involves considering several factors, including the rental package you choose, the event duration, and any potential hidden fees. Rental packages typically include the booth, attendant, props, and digital copies of the photos. However, additional features like custom backdrops, social media sharing, or branded photo strips may incur extra charges. It is crucial to clearly understand what is included in your chosen package and what is not. The event duration also affects the cost. Most companies offer packages based on hours, with potential overtime charges if your event runs longer than expected. Be sure to clarify this in the service agreement. Setup costs are another consideration. Some companies include this in the rental price, while others charge separately. Look for any hidden fees, such as travel expenses or costs for additional prints, which can add up. Typically, professional photo booth rentals include liability coverage and equipment protection insurance. This guarantees any accidental damage or injury during the event is covered, providing peace of mind to the party renting the equipment. The setup duration for a professional photo booth typically takes approximately 60-90 minutes, while the dismantle time is generally around 45-60 minutes, dependent on the specific equipment and location logistics involved. Our photo booths typically require access to a standard 110V outlet. Ensuring proper power sources is essential as equipment specifications dictate this need for peak performance. An uninterrupted power supply enhances the booth’s efficient operation at events. Yes, we provide a variety of props suitable for different photo styles. Additionally, we offer prop customization to align with your event’s theme, ensuring a unique and engaging photo booth experience for your attendees. Post-event ordering is a simple process. Additional prints can be easily obtained through our online portal. Numerous print options are available to suit your preferences, ensuring that your memorable moments are captured beautifully.

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No. 14 Ole Miss seeks consolation win over Miss. State in Egg BowlRansomware remains a lucrative strategy for threat actors, but extortion that targets retail during the holiday season could be quite lucrative for ransomware groups. Retail can be a juicy target for cyberattacks year-round, and that risk -- for retailers, their supply chain, and their consumers -- is amplified during the holidays. This year, online and in-store retail sales in the US could add up to more than $1 trillion , according to research and advisory company Forrester. And where that much money is flowing, cyber threat actors are always looking for their slice of the pie. Nearly 12,000 people reported cybersecurity scams to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) during last year’s holiday season. Those scams resulted in more than $73 million in losses, according to the Cybersecurity and infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). The average cost of a data breach in the retail space is $3.48 million, according to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024. What are some of the top threats facing the retail industry? How can enterprise leaders in this sector protect their organizations and their consumers? Retail Risks The retail industry is no stranger to large-scale data breaches and the need to respond fast is critical this time of year. “You could imagine a bad actor coming in and trying to take over retailer systems ... with the expectation that the retailer may want to pay very quickly to handle the ransomware attack to get their systems back online so they don't lose out,” says Sean McNee, vice president of research and data at DomainTools , an internet intelligence company. Related: Why IT Leaders Should Hire Veterans for Cybersecurity Roles Financially motivated threat actors can unearth and exfiltrate a trove of valuable personal information when they successfully breach a retailer or one of its vendors. “The complex design of ecommerce platforms, featuring dynamic websites and applications, increases the risk of information leaks due to poorly secured APIs, mismanaged user input, and inadequate data management practices,” Shobhit Gautam, staff solutions architect at security platform HackerOne , tells InformationWeek in an email interview. Data stolen from retailers is a valuable tool for fraudsters. Phishing and smishing are tried and true tactics that target consumers. Threat actors posing as legitimate retailers or delivery services, for example, will text consumers requesting personal information that enables theft. Brand impersonation campaigns can also lure victims with promises of earning cash. Threat actors will pose as a major retailer, like Amazon or Walmart, and offer people the possibility of remote work. Related: Meeting AI Regulations: A Guide for Security Leaders “What they're doing is stringing you along, making you think you have a job so you can earn some extra cash for the holiday season. Instead, they're just taking your money and running,” says McNee. Web skimming attacks are another common tactic. “Magecart is an umbrella term for various cybercriminal groups specializing in web skimming attacks. These groups inject malicious JavaScript code into ecommerce websites to steal payment card information during checkout,” Gautam explains. GenAI adds another dimension to the onslaught of attacks faced by retail and other industries. The technology can make phishing lures and sites much more convincing. Threat actors can also use AI in brute force attacks. “AI can leverage botnets to carry out brute force attacks on gift card websites that can test thousands of card numbers and pin combinations per minute. This allows threat actors to exploit gift card balances and deplete account funds,” says Gautam. Successful attacks in the retail space can result in consumer fraud, downtime for stores, lost revenue, and lasting brand damage. Threat Actors While GenAI empowers more threat actors with low technical skills, there are a number of larger groups known for targeting retail. For example, LockBit and Play are two ransomware gangs known for attacking the retail sector, according to cybersecurity company Trustwave. Related: What Does Enterprise-Wide Cybersecurity Culture Look Like? While law enforcement disrupted LockBit earlier this year, the group quickly reemerged . “LockBit ... may be trying to target the retail sector this season try to make some quick cash,” says McNee. Some threat groups out of China are angling for Black Friday shoppers, leveraging phishing to their advantage. Threat intelligence company EclecticIQ highlighted a campaign run by SilkSpecter , for example. While financial motivation is a major factor, other threat actors could target the retail space simply to gain attention. McNee points to current geopolitical tensions and the possibility of politically motivated cyber actors targeting retail to amplify their message. “Given the geopolitical landscape that we live in now and have moved across for the last year or two, it would not surprise me to see some sort of attempt happen this holiday season,” he says. Retail Response With billions of dollars of revenue and consumer trust hanging in the balance, how can retail organizations navigate a season of busy shoppers and busy threat actors? While holiday shopping may mean cyber threats are ramped up, the foundation for defense is the same. “I can't say there's some silver bullet this time of year to preventing things. Compliance and security are a 365 days a year thing,” says Brent Johnson, CISO of Bluefin , a payment and data security solutions company. Johnson notes the shift some retailers are making to end-to-end encrypted and tokenized payments. “Make sure merchants [are] aware these products exist,” he urges. “That way they're not really targets of fraud or targets of breaches because they just don't have the data anymore.” Retailers have the responsibility to protect their consumers’ data and to keep them informed about the risks they face from threat actors. “Retailers could ... spend some time reviewing social media platforms to see ... if people are complaining about fraudulent messaging or bad actors pretending to be related to [their] brand,” says McNee. Retailers can work to educate their consumers on ways to recognize those impersonation and fraud attempts. Even retail organizations with strong cybersecurity defenses can still fall prey to persistent threat actors. When that does happen, it is essential that enterprises have thorough and tested incident response plans in place to mitigate the length and severity of an attack. “These are all best practices but ones that can really make a difference during this holiday season,” says McNee.

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on NIO . Looking at options history for NIO NIO we detected 22 trades. If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 4% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 90% with bearish. From the overall spotted trades, 17 are puts, for a total amount of $1,002,691 and 5, calls, for a total amount of $164,560. Predicted Price Range After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $4.0 and $20.0 for NIO, spanning the last three months. Insights into Volume & Open Interest Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for NIO's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of NIO's whale activity within a strike price range from $4.0 to $20.0 in the last 30 days. NIO Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview Biggest Options Spotted: Symbol PUT/CALL Trade Type Sentiment Exp. Date Ask Bid Price Strike Price Total Trade Price Open Interest Volume NIO PUT SWEEP BEARISH 01/16/26 $4.0 $3.9 $3.95 $8.00 $129.1K 17.6K 881 NIO PUT SWEEP BEARISH 01/16/26 $3.95 $3.85 $3.95 $8.00 $83.6K 17.6K 3.9K NIO PUT SWEEP BEARISH 01/16/26 $3.95 $3.9 $3.95 $8.00 $78.9K 17.6K 1.8K NIO PUT SWEEP BEARISH 01/16/26 $3.95 $3.9 $3.92 $8.00 $68.8K 17.6K 1.5K NIO PUT SWEEP BEARISH 01/17/25 $0.67 $0.65 $0.67 $5.00 $67.0K 63.0K 1.0K About NIO Nio is a leading electric vehicle maker, targeting the premium segment. Founded in November 2014, Nio designs, develops, jointly manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles. The company differentiates itself through continuous technological breakthroughs and innovations such as battery swapping and autonomous driving technologies. Nio launched its first model, its ES8 seven-seater electric SUV, in December 2017, and began deliveries in June 2018. Its current model portfolio includes midsize to large sedans and SUVs. It sold over 160,000 EVs in 2023, accounting for about 2% of the China passenger new energy vehicle market. In light of the recent options history for NIO, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance. Where Is NIO Standing Right Now? With a volume of 45,538,092, the price of NIO is up 3.4% at $4.86. RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold. Next earnings are expected to be released in 102 days. What The Experts Say On NIO Over the past month, 2 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $5.699999999999999. Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. Click here for access .* An analyst from Macquarie has revised its rating downward to Neutral, adjusting the price target to $4. * An analyst from Macquarie has elevated its stance to Outperform, setting a new price target at $6. Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest NIO options trades with real-time alerts from Benzinga Pro . © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.EU universal charger rules come into force