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FBI: A Primer on DarkNet Marketplaces

What They Are and What Law Enforcement is Doing to Combat Them

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Last week, the FBI joined a number of other U.S. law enforcement agencies in Operation Hyperion, a successful international action aimed at disrupting the operations and infrastructure of illicit DarkNet marketplaces.

But what are these underground marketplaces, and what exactly is the DarkNet? To understand both, you first have to have a basic understanding of the entire Internet.

What Does the Rise of Remote Jobs Mean for the Modern Workforce?

Future employees may be located in surprising locations.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Working from home for fewer hours is the dream of just about anyone slaving away at their nine-to-five, right? Thankfully, the trend toward remote work is turning that dream into a reality for a large chunk of the workforce.

The concept of remote work shouldn't be particularly foreign in the digital era. After all, given that savvy entrepreneurs can build a full-time business from blogging alone, it's no surprise why many workers are ditching the daily grind in pursuit of something more comfortable.

Gold Edges Higher Following Softer than Expected U.S. Core CPI

Support on gold prices is seen near the October lows at 1,240.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Gold trading has been subdued as prices attempt to find a foot hold, as weaker than expected core U.S. inflation figures, helped buoy prices.

While inflation picked up in the UK with a better than expected headline figure, sentiment in the U.S. is allowing the dollar to ease and therefore helping gold prices gain ground.

Sports in 360: Video Technology in Rio and Beyond

This type of viewing gives all angles of an experience to watch

(SALEM, Ore.) - The way that people are watching sports is changing. More people tap their mobile devices for live sports coverage than ever before, with 26 percent of teens completely abandoning TV in favor of digital sports watching.

People want a more engaging sports viewing experience than a flat screen alone offers and technology developers are working overtime to meet the growing demand for better sports watching options. It’s not just the “how” of watching that is changing, though.

Microsoft to Acquire LinkedIn

Linkedin has experienced 19 percent growth year over year to more than 433 million members worldwide

(REDMOND, Wash./ MOUNTAIN VIEW, Ca.) - Microsoft Corp. (Nasdaq: MSFT) and LinkedIn Corporation (NYSE: LNKD) on Monday announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Microsoft will acquire LinkedIn for $196 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at $26.2 billion, inclusive of LinkedIn’s net cash.

LinkedIn will retain its distinct brand, culture and independence.

How a Single Google Search Result Can Ruin Your Business

An untrue hit to your reputation can be hard, or impossible, to recover from.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Many businesses have gotten dragged into the digital age kicking and screaming. The web is the center of our lives, even for those who don’t consider themselves terribly technologically literate.

The problem for many business owners is that the web can be harmful to a business reputation, just as it can help if used properly. The problem occurs when Google search results bring up accusations of wrongdoing, often high in the results or even at the very top.

NAB Show Announces Second Round of Startups Selected for SPROCKIT 2016

These new companies specialize in Emerging Live Streaming, Advertising and Interactive Experience

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - NAB Show organizers today announced the next 10 startups chosen to participate in SPROCKIT 2016. These pioneering companies have been selected by industry leaders to collaborate with and present before influencers and decision makers at this year’s NAB Show, scheduled for April 16-21, 2016 in Las Vegas.

SPROCKIT’s annual program features up to 30 emerging companies that are hand-selected by industry leaders based on their potential to develop innovative solutions to the issues facing today’s top media, entertainment and technology companies.

Cyber Threats & Hacking Are A Concern For US Companies

Many companies are naive regarding sophisticated hacking.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Corporate cyber crime has become a commonplace in the US business industry. Last year saw a deluge of hacking attacks at banks, insurance companies and retailers.

According to one estimate, the attack at Sony Pictures forced a major company to abandon an $80 million dollar project, and ended up costing Sony around $150 million - $300 million.

Brilliant Director-Producer-Truthteller Anthony Lawson Remembered

Salem-News.com is sad to share this news of Anthony's passing, the 8th of January, 2015 in Phuket, Thailand, at the age of 79.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Anthony Lawson was an international prize-winning commercial director, cameraman, ad-agency creative director and voice over talent. He used to be known for shooting humorous commercials, but as he learned more about the world and why things are the way they are, he found less to laugh about, and instead found his passion about sharing the truth.

He spent his final years using his vast experience to shed light on the events of 9/11 and the terrible world events that have since followed.

Merkley: Stronger Net Neutrality Rules Are Huge Step Forward

Putting a stop to ‘throttling’ and paid ‘fast lanes’ is a big deal for consumers and for American innovation.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley released the following statement after FCC Chair Tom Wheeler announced his proposal for stronger net neutrality rules, classifying the Internet as a telecommunications service under Title II of the 1996 Telecommunications Act, and allowing for an open Internet.

Merkley had pushed Wheeler to use Title II for a stronger approach to net neutrality that would better protect consumers and American innovation.