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January 2025

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forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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iPhone 15 USB-C Controller Hacked: Security Implications

Security researcher Thomas Roth bypassed Apple's ACE3 USB-C controller security on the iPhone 15, achieving code execution and firmware dumping; while currently limited to iPhone, it paves the way for further attacks.

Progress

48% Bias Score

No Poverty
forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Robust December Jobs Report Eliminates Fed Rate Cut Expectations

The December 2024 jobs report showed unexpectedly strong employment growth of 256,000 nonfarm jobs, exceeding expectations and leading to a rise in bond yields and a decline in stock prices due to reduced expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Progress

36% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Solana Key Theft Campaign Uses Malicious NPM Packages and Gmail

Two threat actors are stealing Solana private keys using malicious npm packages that exfiltrate data via Gmail, exploiting its reputation to bypass security measures; Google has implemented account protections, but AI-generated summaries of malicious packages pose a significant risk.

Progress

40% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
taz.de
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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AfD Congress Delayed by Massive Protests in Riesa

Thousands protested the AfD party congress in Riesa, Germany, resulting in a several-hour delay due to road blockades and clashes with police, leading to injuries on both sides and an ongoing police investigation into an assault on a state MP.

Progress

48% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
bbc.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Space Junk Falls in Kenya, Raising Concerns About Space Debris

A 500kg metallic ring from a space launch rocket fell in Mukuku village, Kenya, causing minor structural damage to homes and sparking concerns about radiation—though tests revealed no harm—highlighting the growing issue of space debris.

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32% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
nytimes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Vonn's Comeback, Macuga's Triumph Highlight World Cup Alpine Skiing

In St. Anton, Austria, Lindsey Vonn, 40, returned to competitive alpine skiing with sixth and fourth-place finishes, while 22-year-old American Lauren Macuga won her first World Cup Super-G race, securing her place as a top contender for the 2026 Olympics.

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20% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Inclusion as a Business Imperative: Research Highlights Employee Preference and Strategies for Success

EY and Coqual's research demonstrates that two-thirds of workers, especially Millennials and Gen Z, choose inclusive companies, highlighting the business imperative of fostering belonging through data-driven storytelling, amplifying diverse voices, and addressing resistance.

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40% Bias Score

Gender Equality
forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Banshee Stealer Malware Variant Targets 100 Million macOS Users

A new variant of the macOS Banshee Stealer malware, costing "$3,000" on the dark web, steals sensitive data from 100 million users by evading antivirus software using an encryption algorithm stolen from Apple's XProtect; security experts warn of the need for stronger security measures.

Progress

48% Bias Score

Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Urban Infrastructure: Innovation, Leadership, and Collaboration for Sustainable Growth

Rapid urbanization is straining city infrastructure, prompting innovative solutions such as Vodaland's EasyPave system for improved water management. Public-private partnerships and inclusive leadership are crucial for sustainable urban development.

Progress

44% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
nrc.nl
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Macron's Failed Liberalism: Economic Crisis and Rise of the Far-Right in France

French President Emmanuel Macron's economic policies, marked by unfunded tax cuts for the wealthy and increased police brutality, have resulted in a political crisis, a surge in the far-right, and widespread social unrest, culminating in his government's collapse in December 2024.

Progress

68% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
dw.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Illegal Transfer of Kyiv Botanical Garden Land for Development

Kyiv's National Botanical Garden land was illegally transferred for residential development, violating Ukrainian law; the garden received UAH 2.6 million from the developer despite a six-year delay in construction due to the land's protected status.

Progress

48% Bias Score

Life on Land
forbes.com
🌐 85% Global Worthiness
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Economic Growth Doesn't Translate to Improved Employee Well-being

In 2024, despite positive economic indicators such as lower unemployment and higher consumer spending, over half of Americans experienced burnout, prompting analysis into workplace unhappiness and suggesting a disconnect between macroeconomic trends and employee well-being.

Progress

44% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth