Feds Shield 'Information Warfare' Research Club from Antitrust Drama
Published Date: 9/16/2026
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Summary
The Information Warfare Research Project Consortium just updated its team by adding 30 new members and saying goodbye to 6 others. This change helps protect members from big antitrust lawsuits, limiting damages to actual losses. If you’re part of this tech-savvy group or want to join, now’s the time to pay attention—no big money changes, just fresh faces and ongoing collaboration!
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