Sexual violence concepts launched online are spilling into the real world

First reported 16 Oct, 22:00 UTCSource: Phys.orgLast editorial activity 16 Oct, 22:00 UTC

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What happened

Andrew Tate, a self-described misogynist and an online influencer with millions of followers, faces charges in several countries of allegedly causing physical harm, including rape and sex trafficking of women and girls.

What Matters Now

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Bitcoin & Crypto

Coinbase crypto-backed loans hit $2.3 billion as banks build tokenized deposits

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Technology

New ultralight "Made in Japan" business laptop launches in Europe

Source: Notebookcheck ·17 Oct, 07:42 UTC

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Cybersecurity

New GhostBat Android Malware Targets 60 Banking and UPI Apps to Steal PINs

Source: GBHackers ·17 Oct, 07:42 UTC

Sources & evidence

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