Author: Sarah Collins

Sarah Collins leads coverage on global tech policy, privacy law, and cross-border data regulation. Before joining EAM Tech News, she worked in government affairs, giving her reporting a rare understanding of how policy shapes innovation. Sarah’s editorials balance technical literacy with regulatory clarity.
Business SoftwareCybersecurity

Windows 10 End of Support: Microsoft Defender Protection Continues Through 2028

Microsoft has ended support for Windows 10, but Defender antivirus will continue receiving security intelligence updates. While protection continues, users face inherent security risks without full system updates.

With the recent Patch Tuesday updates marking the official end of support for Windows 10, millions of users worldwide face important security decisions. The termination of regular security updates for this popular operating system creates significant cybersecurity concerns, particularly for organizations with extensive Windows 10 deployments. However, Microsoft has clarified that certain security protections will remain available, offering at least some defense against emerging threats.

Understanding Windows 10’s End of Support Status

by Sarah Collins
Energy PolicyHigher Education

Why U.S. Colleges Are Rejecting Trump’s Higher Education Compact: Academic Freedom vs. Federal Control

When the Trump administration’s “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education” was released in October 2025, federal officials called it a voluntary partnership to restore merit and accountability. But university presidents, alumni organizers, and civil rights advocates see it as a dangerous power grab that could undermine academic freedom and institutional independence nationwide.

When the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education” was released on October 1, 2025, federal officials described it as a voluntary partnership designed to restore accountability, merit, and transparency to American higher education. However, the academic community’s response has been anything but welcoming, with leading institutions and alumni networks mobilizing against what they perceive as federal overreach threatening core academic values.

The Core Conflict: Voluntary Partnership or Coercive Control?

by Sarah Collins
BusinessEconomy and Trading

Big Bank Earnings Analysis: JPMorgan, Citigroup Lead Strong Quarter

Major banks including JPMorgan, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs reported strong quarterly earnings despite some headwinds. Trading revenue and investment banking fees drove performance across multiple institutions.

The banking sector delivered a mixed but generally positive performance as earnings season kicked off, with several major institutions exceeding Wall Street expectations despite facing unique challenges. JPMorgan Chase and Citigroup led the way with better-than-expected results across multiple business lines, while other institutions navigated compensation pressures and regulatory changes.

JPMorgan’s Strong Trading and Investment Banking Performance

by Sarah Collins
Anomalies and Alternative ScienceInnovation

Antarctic Microorganism Compound Revolutionizes Food, Cosmetics, and Medicine Production

Researchers have uncovered a remarkable exopolysaccharide from Bacillus licheniformis in Antarctica’s extreme environment. This compound demonstrates exceptional stability and bioactivity that surpasses commercial alternatives, opening new possibilities across multiple industries.

In the frozen extremes of Antarctica, scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery that could transform multiple global industries. A bioactive compound produced by the microorganism Bacillus licheniformis, isolated from the volcanic environment of Deception Island, demonstrates extraordinary properties that qualify it for use in producing food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and biodegradable materials. This finding represents a significant advancement in biotechnology, harnessing the unique adaptations of extremophile organisms to develop superior industrial ingredients.

The Antarctic Discovery and Research Background

by Sarah Collins
Business SoftwareCybersecurity

Discord Data Breach: 5CA Denies Responsibility for 70,000 Government ID Compromise

Discord’s recent data breach involving 70,000 government IDs has taken a contentious turn as customer service partner 5CA denies any system compromise. The company insists the incident occurred outside their infrastructure, pointing to potential human error instead of a technical breach.

In a surprising development following Discord’s recent data breach disclosure, customer service support company 5CA has publicly contradicted the gaming platform’s account of events. The controversy centers around the exposure of approximately 70,000 government-issued identification documents, including driver’s licenses and passports, which users had submitted for age verification purposes. What began as a routine security notification has evolved into a complex dispute between service partners, raising significant questions about accountability in third-party customer service relationships.

The Initial Breach Disclosure and Escalating Claims

by Sarah Collins
Banking ServicesEconomy and Trading

Federal Reserve Rate Cuts: Fueling Big Bank Profits Amid Market Bubble Concerns

Major financial institutions are reporting blockbuster earnings while the Federal Reserve contemplates additional monetary stimulus. This paradoxical situation raises serious questions about potential market bubbles and financial stability in an AI-driven economy.

As big banks report unprecedented quarterly performance, the Federal Reserve’s anticipated policy moves present a curious contradiction. Financial powerhouses including Citigroup, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Wells Fargo are experiencing what analysts describe as their strongest performance in years, yet the central bank appears poised to inject additional stimulus into an already heated financial system.

Record-Breaking Bank Performance

by Sarah Collins