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Tech Tuesday: Columbus leaders vote to spend $23 million to protect citizens' private info

Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther speaks to reporters
George Shillcock
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Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther speaks to reporters about a ransomware attack against the city on Aug. 13, 2024.

It’s been one year since a ransomware attack crippled the city of Columbus’ operations.

The attack exposed thousands of residents’ personal information, such as drivers' licenses, social security numbers and addresses.

The city recently voted to spend $23 million to guard against future threats. Will the strategy work?

Much of America’s space exploration production has been outsourced to the private sector.

Companies such as Elon Musk’s SpaceX are now dominant forces in the world of space travel, but questions are growing as to whether the benefits outweigh the potential risks. And how does Musk’s time with DOGE factor in?

YouTube is going to start estimating users' ages with AI to better recommend content. Where might we see this next?

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