Hackers leak Australian health records on dark web

15 Sept 22:31 Key points summarised by AI

Hackers began leaking sensitive medical records from Australian health insurer Medibank on the dark web after the company refused to pay an undisclosed ransom.
The compromised data, affecting nearly 10 million customers including the prime minister, includes names, birth dates, passport numbers, and detailed medical claims, with some records revealing sensitive health conditions like drug addiction or HIV.
Medibank, supported by the Australian government, declined the ransom demand, stating that paying would not guarantee the return of data or prevent its publication, calling the attack a 'wake-up call' for corporate Australia.
The incident has already caused a significant drop in Medibank's market value and prompted investigations for a potential class-action lawsuit, following a similar major data breach at telecom company Optus.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.