U.S. Election: Iranian Hackers Targeting Websites Ahead of 2024 Polls, Warns Microsoft

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, concerns about foreign interference are resurfacing. On Wednesday, Microsoft researchers published a blog revealing that a known Iranian hacking group is actively surveilling U.S. election-related websites and media outlets. The group, dubbed Cotton Sandstorm, is believed to be linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and is…

Gold Prices Reach Record Highs Amid Pre-Election Market Volatility and Dollar Strength

Gold prices surged to record highs on Wednesday, defying the typically inverse relationship with the U.S. dollar, which also strengthened. As investors turn cautious ahead of the U.S. presidential election in two weeks, global stock markets edged lower. With uncertainty looming, many are hesitant to make major financial moves, leading to increased volatility across various…