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7 States’ Water Systems Hit by Cyberattacks Likely Tied to Iran

WIRED · Aug 1, 2026, 10:30 AM UTC

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Cyberattacks hit water facilities in seven states across the US

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Likely illegally, Claude gained access to 3 networks. Will Anthropic be held to account?

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‘British clown’ John Oliver challenges Buc-ee’s over trademarks — then gets hit with his own network’s record

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