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fromTheregister
4 hours ago

NHS staff resist using Palantir software

One official reportedly described Palantir as 'ethically bankrupt' in justifying his refusal to use the software, and noted that he knows of coworkers who deliberately slow their work pace when forced to use the system.
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#cybersecurity
fromTechCrunch
5 hours ago
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Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

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fromTechCrunch
5 hours ago

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

A cybercriminal group known as TeamPCP hacked the EU's executive body, stealing 92 gigabytes of data, including personal information.
EU data protection
fromEngadget
1 week ago

European Commission confirms data breach

The European Commission experienced a cyber attack, resulting in the theft of over 350GB of data from its cloud infrastructure.
EU data protection
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

EU wants to support bedrock cyber vulnerability program, top official says

The European Union aims to modernize the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures Program to ensure its long-term stability and effectiveness.
EU data protection
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 hours ago

Marmalade may need to be relabelled as part of post-Brexit deal with EU

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
#data-privacy
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fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Campaigners claim NHS Palantir data could reach govt depts

Campaign groups warn that Palantir's Federated Data Platform risks enabling UK immigration and policing departments to access confidential patient health information through data integration.
EU data protection
fromTheregister
3 weeks ago

Campaigners claim NHS Palantir data could reach govt depts

Campaign groups warn that Palantir's Federated Data Platform risks enabling UK immigration and policing departments to access confidential patient health information through data integration.
#eu-customs-reform
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fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.com
1 day ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Sky should drop 'greedy' legal action against dodgy box users, TD Paul Murphy says

Sky intends to use the information obtained from a court case to take legal actions against the resellers and some of the end users, marking the first time end users could face legal action.
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EU data protection
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Musk loves Grok's "roasts." Swiss official sues in attempt to neuter them.

Swiss law may hold platforms liable for chatbot defamation, prompting potential changes to Grok's safeguards if prosecutors find X at fault.
EU data protection
fromComputerworld
2 days ago

Microsoft facing CMA probe of its business software portfolio

Microsoft is committed to addressing issues raised by the CMA regarding its products and services in the business software market.
EU data protection
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 days ago

Australia Passes Landmark Crypto Law, Mandates Licensing For Exchanges And Custodians

Australia has established a comprehensive digital asset framework requiring crypto exchanges and custody providers to obtain financial services licenses.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Delayed by EU entry/exit system? Then travel light

The idea is to prevent visitors overstaying; the consequence is a 70% increase in security processing times, according to the trade body Airports Council International.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromFortune
3 days ago

Is Europe too regulated to win the AI race-or ready for a second act? | Fortune

Europe faces economic decline without radical reforms, as highlighted in the Draghi report.
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fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

High Court dismisses judicial review against eVisa system | Computer Weekly

The High Court upheld the Home Office's eVisa system, ruling it lawful despite ongoing data issues and lack of alternative proof for immigration status.
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 days ago

Swedish government wants to renegotiate pay transparency directive

It has become increasingly clear how great the challenges are in implementing the directive in a national context, both for us in Sweden and in other EU countries. Therefore, a relaunch at EU level is needed and we are now taking the initiative to do so.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Minimum wage hikes over past nine years not linked to job losses, ESRI finds

Minimum wage increases in Ireland from 2016 to 2025 did not result in higher job losses among low-paid workers.
#cyberattack
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fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

European Commission Reports Cyber Intrusion and Data Theft

The European Commission confirmed a cyberattack that compromised its cloud infrastructure, resulting in the theft of hundreds of gigabytes of data.
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fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

European Commission confirms cyberattack after hackers claim data breach | TechCrunch

A cyberattack on the European Commission's cloud infrastructure resulted in the theft of significant data, but internal systems remain unaffected.
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

European Commission Reports Cyber Intrusion and Data Theft

The European Commission confirmed a cyberattack that compromised its cloud infrastructure, resulting in the theft of hundreds of gigabytes of data.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

European Commission confirms cyberattack after hackers claim data breach | TechCrunch

A cyberattack on the European Commission's cloud infrastructure resulted in the theft of significant data, but internal systems remain unaffected.
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fromTheregister
4 days ago

European Commission admits breach of public web systems

The European Commission confirmed a data breach affecting its public web infrastructure, with details on the extent and nature of the data taken remaining unclear.
#electronic-travel-authorisation
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fromThe Local France
1 month ago

UK to hike price of Electronic Travel Authorisation for foreign travellers

The UK government is increasing the Electronic Travel Authorisation fee by 25% to £20, coinciding with stricter entry rules for travelers.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

UK to hike price of Electronic Travel Authorisation for foreign travellers

The UK government is increasing the Electronic Travel Authorisation fee by 25% to £20, coinciding with stricter entry rules for travelers.
EU data protection
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

UK to hike price of Electronic Travel Authorisation for foreign travellers

The UK government is increasing the Electronic Travel Authorisation fee by 25% to £20, coinciding with stricter entry rules for travelers.
EU data protection
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago

UK to hike price of Electronic Travel Authorisation for foreign travellers

The UK government is increasing the Electronic Travel Authorisation fee by 25% to £20, coinciding with stricter entry rules for travelers.
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fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

German public sector tries to reduce reliance on US tech

German authorities' data is at risk due to US access through the CLOUD Act, prompting calls for digital sovereignty alternatives.
#social-media
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fromMashable
5 days ago

The next social media ban? Austria looks to block kids under 14 from social media

Austria plans to introduce a bill banning social media for children under 14 to enhance online safety and address mental health issues.
EU data protection
fromMashable
5 days ago

The next social media ban? Austria looks to block kids under 14 from social media

Austria plans to introduce a bill banning social media for children under 14 to enhance online safety and address mental health issues.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Settlement approved for Canadians affected by past 23andMe data breach | CBC News

The settlement will provide $3.25 million US for Canada-based victims of the breach, which saw hackers gain access to customers' data including people in Canada in 2023.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

EU Parliament rejects Chat Control message scanning | Computer Weekly

The European Parliament rejected proposals allowing tech companies to scan private messages for illegal content, ending attempts to introduce Chat Control legislation.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

UK government lacks ambition to fight tax fraud, says PAC | Computer Weekly

The UK's PAC criticizes the government for failing to modernize technology to combat tax fraud and error, costing taxpayers billions annually.
#eu-ai-act
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fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

European Commission investigates data breach in Amazon cloud

A data breach involving Amazon's cloud infrastructure has resulted in the theft of over 350 GB of data, with threats to publish it online.
EU data protection
fromFast Company
1 week ago

The most important defense regulation you've never heard of

CMMC mandates new cybersecurity standards for the defense industrial base, impacting thousands of businesses and transforming the defense supply chain.
EU data protection
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 week ago

MiCA Decoded: 174 Registered CASPs, but Only 14 Can Operate a Centralized Crypto Exchange (CEX)?

Only 14 crypto exchanges are authorized in the EU despite 174 MiCA licenses, revealing unexpected business model distributions across jurisdictions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Five firms including Autotrader and Just Eat investigated over fake review failings

The UK competition watchdog is investigating five companies for not adequately addressing fake and misleading online reviews.
EU data protection
fromEngadget
1 week ago

EU says Pornhub and others failed to stop minors accessing adult content

The European Commission demands porn platforms implement effective age verification to protect minors from accessing harmful content.
#snapchat
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

The EU is investigating Snapchat over possible child protection breaches

Snapchat is under investigation by the EU for potentially inadequate protections for minors on its platform.
EU data protection
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The EU is investigating Snapchat over possible child protection breaches

Snapchat is under investigation by the EU for potentially inadequate protections for minors on its platform.
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fromTheregister
1 week ago

MP victim of AI deepfake fails to get answers from Big Tech

Big Tech executives failed to address the spread of damaging deepfake AI content during a parliamentary confrontation.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Online porn sites putting kids' safety at risk, EU says

Social media and porn sites are accused of endangering children's rights by allowing underage access to adult content without proper age verification.
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fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

EU charges porn sites with breaching rules meant to keep children from accessing adult content | CBC News

Adult content platforms face charges for allowing children access to pornographic content, risking significant fines under EU regulations.
#ai
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fromTNW | Offers
1 week ago

Automate ISO 27001, SOC 2, & DORA compliance from 2,999/year

Compliance is essential, but traditional methods are inefficient; automation can significantly reduce workload and improve effectiveness.
EU data protection
fromMetro
1 week ago

Bank ordered to reveal names of illegal Premier League streaming users to Sky

Sky is targeting illegal IPTV streaming by obtaining user details from Revolut Bank following a court ruling.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Charity Commission warns Alan Turing Institute of its legal duties after complaints

The Charity Commission has issued formal regulatory advice and guidance to trustees at the Alan Turing Institute after it was contacted by a group of staff with a list of concerns.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

How to Find Affordable Election Services for Unions

Union elections require careful selection of service providers to ensure reliability, security, and member participation while managing budgets and compliance.
fromNextgov.com
1 week ago

Agency data leads worry about staff capacity to tackle statutory requirements, survey finds

Among the 189 CDO and other data leader respondents to the annual survey conducted by the nonprofit, nonpartisan Data Foundation, about 40% said they had lost six or more employees last year.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 week ago

Swedish government moves ahead with 'snitch law' bill to track down undocumented migrants

The government is implementing a proposal requiring state employees to report undocumented foreigners to police, amid concerns over a growing shadow society.
fromTheregister
1 week ago

UK defense ministry hunts for tech chief, offers 162K

As the senior functional lead, the post-holder will drive and evolve common technology architecture and standards to support the realization of [the MoD's] strategic intent. They will oversee strategy, transformation, design, and implementation, ensuring supporting architecture, standards, and compliance processes are maintained.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK pet owners: we would like to hear about your experience of vet bills

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) stated that public satisfaction with the cost of services was low after a two-and-a-half-year investigation that found there is not strong competition between veterinary businesses.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Smart TVs and voice assistants are the next gatekeepers

Smart TVs and voice assistants are becoming major gatekeepers in content access, prompting calls for regulatory oversight under the Digital Markets Act.
EU data protection
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Companies House disciplines over 100 staff amid compliance concerns

Companies House disciplined 132 employees for policy breaches, highlighting operational challenges and the need for stronger data security measures.
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fromTNW | Eu
1 week ago

EU broadcasters urge tighter rules on Big Tech's control for Smart TV

The ACT urges the European Commission to classify smart TV operating systems and virtual assistants as 'gatekeepers' under the Digital Markets Act.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Late-paying firms face multimillion-pound fines under new crackdown

Large UK companies delaying payments to suppliers will face fines under new legislation aimed at protecting small businesses.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Police in Hong Kong can now demand phone and computer passwords under amended national security law

The new amendments empower police to require a person under investigation suspected of endangering national security to provide any password or decryption method for electronic devices and to provide the police any reasonable and necessary information or assistance.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

BT boosts connectivity, security for Northern Ireland Electricity Networks | Computer Weekly

BT has secured a 10-year contract worth up to £200m with NIE Networks to enhance connectivity and cyber security for critical services in Northern Ireland.
#palantir
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Palantir extends reach into British state as it gets access to sensitive FCA data

Palantir is granted access to sensitive UK financial regulation data to help tackle financial crime, raising privacy concerns.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Palantir extends reach into British state as it gets access to sensitive FCA data

Palantir is granted access to sensitive UK financial regulation data to help tackle financial crime, raising privacy concerns.
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fromTheregister
1 week ago

CMA dithers as Microsoft's cloud meter runs on your dime

Delays by the CMA in addressing public cloud market issues risk entrenching Microsoft's dominance and increasing costs for taxpayers.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

Irish government launches CNI resilience plan | Computer Weekly

The Irish government has launched a National Strategy to enhance the resilience of critical entities against cyber attacks and disruptions.
EU data protection
fromNature
1 week ago

How to measure a good life - tips for moving beyond GDP

GDP is a limited metric for guiding policy, failing to capture essential elements of well-being and economic welfare.
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fromTNW | Ecosystems
2 weeks ago

DORA compliance: most European financial firms still aren't ready

Europe's financial institutions struggle to comply with the Digital Operational Resilience Act, with many lacking confidence in meeting the 2025 deadline.
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fromThe Conversation
2 weeks ago

Fines alone won't stop big tech behaving badly. Here's what might work

Countries are considering social media bans for kids and fines for enforcement, but fines may not effectively deter bad corporate behavior.
EU data protection
fromInfoQ
2 weeks ago

QCon London 2026: Kleppmann on Mitigating Europe's Cloud Dependency with Local-First Software

Europe's heavy reliance on US cloud services poses significant risks that need to be addressed through strategic technological choices.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Uefa plans to offer Champions League streaming service direct to fans

UEFA plans to launch a direct-to-consumer streaming service for Champions League matches starting in the 2027-2031 rights cycle, potentially beginning in major Asian markets like Indonesia or India.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

CMA cracks knuckles, eyes Adobe's cancellation fees

Under its terms, Adobe says customers that cancelled its 'annual billed monthly' subscription after more than two weeks are subject to a cancellation fee equating to 50 percent of the yearly cost. After they end the plan, the user only has access to the software until the close of that month's billing period.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Don't let hyperscalers hijack digital sovereignty, EC told

European cloud providers urge EU legislation requiring genuine tech sovereignty through ownership and control, not mere EU presence, to counter American hyperscaler dominance.
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fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Musk's tactic of blaming users for Grok sex images may be foiled by EU law

EU officials propose banning AI 'nudifier' systems that create non-consensual sexual images, shifting enforcement focus from users to platforms with inadequate safety measures.
EU data protection
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

The UK may require AI-generated content to be labeled

The UK is considering AI-generated content labeling requirements to help consumers identify AI material while protecting against deepfakes and disinformation, without hindering AI sector growth.
EU data protection
fromPractical Ecommerce
2 weeks ago

E.U. Law Tightens Marketplace Selling

The EU's Digital Services Act requires marketplace sellers to undergo identity verification and face suspension for non-compliance, with marketplaces penalized up to 6% of global annual sales for violations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

What you need to know after millions of UK firms' data shared in major glitch

A five-month data glitch at UK Companies House exposed private details of over five million business directors, allowing unauthorized access and editing through browser back-button navigation.
#data-protection
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Reform UK may breach data laws with free energy bills competition

Reform UK's energy bill lottery competition risks violating UK data protection laws by collecting sensitive voting data without transparent disclosure of its intended use.
EU data protection
fromPrivacy International
3 weeks ago

Our key achievements from 2025

Organizations successfully challenged governments and corporations on data exploitation and technology misuse, achieving regulatory compliance rulings and policy reforms that protect hundreds of millions of people globally.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

Health workers call for Palantir to be booted from NHS contracts | Computer Weekly

Health workers and advocacy groups oppose NHS contracts with Palantir due to concerns about patient data privacy, potential government surveillance access, and the company's history of involvement in human rights abuses globally.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Fintech-Ecommerce
2 weeks ago

Steward raises $5M to automate AML compliance

Steward raised $5M for its AI-driven compliance platform that automates KYC, KYB, and KYI processes for investment managers, currently monitoring $100B in assets across US, UK, and EU jurisdictions.
EU data protection
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Scotland is about to vote on assisted dying. How would it work?

Scotland prepares for a historic vote on assisted dying legislation for terminally ill adults, with specific eligibility criteria and mental capacity requirements differing from England and Wales proposals.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Scottish parliament votes against legalising assisted dying

Scottish Parliament rejected assisted dying legalization with a 69-57 vote after opposition from critics and religious groups raised concerns about protecting vulnerable populations.
EU data protection
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

One Fair Price': How Letitia James, NY pols are looking to stop algorithmic pricing known to inflate prices on what you like to buy | amNewYork

New York Attorney General Letitia James is pushing legislation to ban algorithmic pricing that charges different prices to individual consumers based on their personal data.
EU data protection
fromExchangewire
3 weeks ago

The Stack: Ad Prices Rise, Retail Dominates, and Moderation Falls Short

Meta increases advertiser fees in Europe by 2-5%, faces criticism for inadequate deepfake moderation, while UK delays AI copyright reforms and retail dominates ChatGPT ad trials.
EU data protection
fromPrivacy International
3 weeks ago

Joint Statement on New Finnish Social Welfare Laws' Human Rights Implications

Finland's social welfare legal reforms threaten human rights, particularly privacy rights, through increased surveillance powers and financial data access without consent.
#transgender-rights
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fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

EU court tells member states: gender marker changes are the law - LGBTQ Nation

The EU Court of Justice ruled that member states must allow transgender citizens to update their names and gender markers on identification documents, as bans violate freedom of movement rights guaranteed across the European Union.
EU data protection
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

EU court tells member states: gender marker changes are the law - LGBTQ Nation

The EU Court of Justice ruled that member states must allow transgender citizens to update their names and gender markers on identification documents, as bans violate freedom of movement rights guaranteed across the European Union.
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

Tech bills of the week: Improved biological data for research; Section 702 reform; and more

Ushering in the Golden Age of Innovation is about more than just winning the global tech race - it's about securing the safety and prosperity of our country for generations to come. Our bill is an important step in this effort and will better ensure the United States has the infrastructure in place to lead the 21st century.
EU data protection
EU data protection
fromNew Scientist
3 weeks ago

Undisclosed ads on TikTok skirt ban on profiling minors

TikTok exploits an EU legal loophole by using undisclosed influencer marketing to target minors with personalized ads, circumventing the Digital Services Act's prohibition on profiling children.
EU data protection
fromBloomberglaw
3 weeks ago

China-Focused Bulk Data Rule Sparks New Risk for Pixel Tracking

The Bulk Sensitive Data Rule restricts US personal data transfers to hostile foreign regimes, creating compliance challenges for online advertising companies.
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