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Critical Entities Targeted in Suspected Chinese Cyber Spying

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A cyberespionage campaign blamed on China was more sweeping than previously known, with suspected state-backed hackers exploiting a device meant to boost internet security to penetrate the computers of critical U.S. entities. The hack of Pulse …

Florida Insurer Agrees to Phase in Hefty Rate Hike

Florida’s largest insurer of homes and businesses has agreed to lower a proposed rate hike for sinkhole coverage that would take effect next year. But some critics said the move didn’t go far enough and they still want state legislators …