MN nudification ban will take effect Aug. 1 after judge rules against Elon Musk-led lawsuit

A U.S. District Court judge has denied a lawsuit for a temporary restraining order by an AI company founded by Elon Musk that would have blocked the ban of nudification technology in Minnesota.

Cyberattack targets 30+ water systems in Minnesota: What the state knows so far

Minnesota officials are responding to a wave of cyber threats against community water systems, focusing on recovery and preventing further risks. Here's what they know so far.

Trump blames Minnesota, not Iran, for cyberattacks
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President Donald Trump questioned whether Iran was responsible for the recent cyberattacks targeting more than 30 Minnesota water systems, instead blaming the state, which he called "grossly incompetent," as well as Gov. Tim Walz, whom he referred to as the state's "corrupt governor."

Robotic vacuums swept up in new US crackdown over national security risks

Regulators say the move targets future approvals for certain foreign-made models, not the robotic vacuums already operating in American homes.

Trump blames Minnesota's 'gross incompetence' for cyberattack on water systems, not Iran

President Donald Trump said Friday he does not believe Iran is responsible for the cyberattack targeting Minnesota water systems, instead blaming Gov. Tim Walz and the state for being "grossly incompetent."

Iran possibly linked to MN water system cyberattacks
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U.S. officials suspect Iran-affiliated hackers may be responsible for the cyberattack this week that impacted more than 30 community water systems in Minnesota, according to a New York Times report. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.

Iran possibly linked to MN water system cyberattacks: report

U.S. officials suspect Iran-affiliated hackers may be responsible for the cyberattack this week that impacted more than 30 community water systems in Minnesota, according to a New York Times report.

Iran possibly linked to MN water system cyberattacks
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U.S. officials suspect Iran-affiliated hackers may be responsible for the cyberattack this week that impacted more than 30 community water systems in Minnesota, according to a New York Times report. FOX 9's Mike Manzoni has the story.

MN lawmakers confident nudification ban will survive challenge from Elon Musk's AI company

Minnesota lawmakers say they are confident that a ban on nudification technology – AI tech that allows users to make nude photos – will survive a challenge being brought by Elon Musk's company.

Trump talks airport remodel, AI and Iran [FULL]
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On Wednesday, President Donald Trump joined Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy to announce a preferred plan to remake Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C., while also touching on issues such as the latest on the conflict with Iran and the potential for controls on AI development.

Trump says admin looking at AI controls
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Speaking on Wednesday, President Trump said that his administration will “look at controls” for the use and development of AI, while doubling down on the notion that it’s a “race” to the tech and the U.S. will win when it comes to development.

MN water system cyberattacks: Who might be behind the attacks?

The State of Minnesota is working with federal and private experts to investigate cyberattacks that have targeted water systems belonging to more than 30 communities across the state.

MN lawmakers defend nudification ban after Musk lawsuit
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Minnesota lawmakers and victim-survivor advocates defended a first-in-the-nation law set to take effect Aug. 1 banning nudification technology used to create nonconsensual sexual images. The news conference came one day after Elon Musk’s AI company xAI filed a lawsuit seeking a temporary restraining order to block the law.

Minnesota sued over nudification law by Elon Musk-led AI company

Elon Musk’s xAI is suing Minnesota over a new law to ban the use of AI "nudification" tech to create potentially pornographic deepfakes of unsuspecting victims.

Flock camera debate continues in Fridley as officials explain data access changes

The debate over Flock cameras and automated license plate readers continued at a Fridley City Council meeting Monday as residents voiced concerns and officials outlined changes made to who can access the data.

More than 30 Minnesota water systems targeted in cyberattack

More than 30 Minnesota communities saw their water system targeted in a cyberattack that spanned two days, state officials reported on Tuesday.