Recent ransomware attacks have shown just how vulnerable any business can be to hackers. The growing threat has forced some companies to negotiate with hackers, and has created a whole new business to help corporations navigate the process. Kurtis Minder, a ransomware negotiator and the founder and CEO of GroupSense, joined CBSN to discuss. Source
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Eye Opener: Hundreds of criminals busted in operation Trojan Shield
Hundreds of criminals were tricked into using a messaging app that was being secretly run by the FBI, resulting in one of the largest criminal and drug busts. Also, President Biden is gearing up for his first trip abroad as commander-in-chief as he travels to the U.K. for the G7 summit. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
ProPublica investigation reveals how little some of the wealthiest Americans pay in income taxes
A new investigation from ProPublica reveals how some of America’s wealthiest people — multibillionaires like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk — pay little, if anything, in federal income taxes. ProPublica editor-in-chief Stephen Engelberg joins “CBSN AM” to discuss. Source
Harry and Meghan deny they didn’t ask queen before naming daughter
Spokesperson for Meghan and Harry says the prince “shared their hope of naming their daughter Lilibet” with the queen before they did it, and she was “supportive.” Source
Val Demings launches Florida Senate bid to unseat Marco Rubio
The Florida Democrat made her Senate bid official Wednesday with a campaign announcement video. Source
Lin-Manuel Miranda, director Jon M. Chu talk “In The Heights,” power of community, representation
“Hamilton” creator Lin-Manuel Miranda’s new highly-anticipated summer film “In The Heights” is adapted from his first Broadway musical, and is directed by Jon M. Chu. They talk to “CBS This Morning” about bringing the musical to life and the importance of telling stories about the Latino and immigrant experience. Source
Fastly says software bug triggered global website outage
Cloud company’s tech update disrupted sites including Reddit, Twitch, New York Times and the British government. Source
FDA approves potential game-changer drug for weight loss, but it comes with a hefty price tag
The FDA has approved the first weight-loss drug in seven years for people who are either obese or overweight with at least one weight related medical condition. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins “CBS This Morning” to explain how the drug works and who might benefit the most from it. Source
Royals Report: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle welcome baby girl
In this week’s Royals Report, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have welcomed their second child together. The Duchess of Sussex gave birth to their baby girl Lilibet Diana last week in California. BBC royal correspondent Sarah Campbell joined CBSN AM with more details. Source
Biden congratulates Marjory Stoneman Douglas grads in commencement video
“The story of this class and the Parkland community isn’t just a story of pain, it’s a story of resilience,” Mr. Biden said. Source