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The Padres are bringing infielder Mason McCoy back on a minor league contract, reports Russell Dorsey of Yahoo! Sports ( X link ). The Republik Sports client will be in major league camp as a non-roster invitee. A glove-first utilityman, McCoy returns for his second season with San Diego. He signed a minor league deal last winter, not long after being outrighted off Toronto’s 40-man roster. The former sixth-round pick had made his big league debut with six games as a late-inning substitute for the Blue Jays in 2023. He got a slightly longer look in San Diego after being called up in late August. McCoy made 19 appearances for the Padres. He tallied 57 plate appearances, hitting .204/.278/.245 with a pair of doubles. McCoy got 16 starts at shortstop as a result of Ha-Seong Kim’s shoulder injury. Back inflammation sent McCoy to the injured list himself at the end of the season. The Padres opted not to tender him a contract at year’s end. That took him off the 40-man roster, but he made a strong enough impression that San Diego circled back with a minor league offer. The righty-swinging McCoy had a modest .260/.329/.382 batting line over 432 plate appearances for Triple-A El Paso this year. He’s a .239/.318/.400 hitter across parts of four Triple-A seasons. McCoy swiped 25 bases while spending the majority of his time at shortstop. He can play anywhere on the dirt and has limited experience in left and center field. He’s likely to open the season in the minors but could get an MLB look if injuries push the Padres to add another utility option to a bench that already includes Tyler Wade . This article first appeared on MLB Trade Rumors and was syndicated with permission.
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By REBECCA SANTANA, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The picture of who will be in charge of executing President-elect Donald Trump’s hard-line immigration and border policies has come into sharper focus after he announced his picks to head Customs and Border Protection and also the agency tasked with deporting immigrants in the country illegally. Trump said late Thursday he was tapping Rodney Scott, a former Border Patrol chief who’s been a vocal supporter of tougher enforcement measures, for CBP commissioner. As acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Trump said he’d nominate Caleb Vitello, a career ICE official with more than 23 years in the agency who most recently has been the assistant director for firearms and tactical programs. Related Articles National Politics | How backlash to the pandemic helped shape Trump’s health picks National Politics | Nursing home industry wants Trump to rescind staffing mandate National Politics | Melania Trump says heading to the White House for the second term is much different than the first National Politics | Trump offers a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled nominee to lead the Pentagon National Politics | Elon Musk funded a super PAC comparing Trump’s position on abortion to Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s They will work with an immigration leadership team that includes South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem as head of the Department of Homeland Security ; former acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement head Tom Homan as border czar ; and immigration hard-liner Stephen Miller as deputy chief of staff. Customs and Border Protection, with its roughly 60,000 employees, falls under the Department of Homeland Security. It includes the Border Patrol, which Scott led during Trump’s first term, and is essentially responsible for protecting the country’s borders while facilitating trade and travel. Scott comes to the job firmly from the Border Patrol side of the house. He became an agent in 1992 and spent much of his career in San Diego. When he joined the agency, San Diego was by far the busiest corridor for illegal crossings. Traffic plummeted after the government dramatically increased enforcement there, but critics note the effort pushed people to remote parts of California and Arizona. San Diego was also where wall construction began in the 1990s, which shaped Scott’s belief that barriers work. He was named San Diego sector chief in 2017. When he was appointed head of the border agency in January 2020, he enthusiastically embraced Trump’s policies. “He’s well known. He does know these issues and obviously is trusted by the administration,” said Gil Kerlikowske, the CBP commissioner under the Obama administration. Kerlikowske took issue with some of Scott’s past actions, including his refusal to fall in line with a Biden administration directive to stop using terms like “illegal alien” in favor of descriptions like “migrant,” and his decision as San Diego sector chief to fire tear gas into Mexico to disperse protesters. “You don’t launch projectiles into a foreign country,” Kerlikowske said. At the time Scott defended the agents’ decisions , saying they were being assaulted by “a hail of rocks.” While much of the focus of Trump’s administration may be on illegal immigration and security along the U.S.-Mexico border, Kerlikowske also stressed the importance of other parts of Customs and Border Protection’s mission. The agency is responsible for securing trade and international travel at airports, ports and land crossings around the country. Whoever runs the agency has to make sure that billions of dollars worth of trade and millions of passengers move swiftly and safely into and out of the country. And if Trump makes good on promises to ratchet up tariffs on Mexico, China and Canada, CBP will play an integral role in enforcing them. “There’s a huge amount of other responsibility on trade, on tourism, on cyber that take a significant amount of time and have a huge impact on the economy if it’s not done right,” Kerlikowske said. After being forced out under the Biden administration, Scott has been a vocal supporter of Trump’s hard-line immigration agenda. He has appeared frequently on Fox News and testified in Congress. He’s also a senior fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. In a 2023 interview with The Associated Press, he advocated for a return to Trump-era immigration policies and more pressure on Mexico to enforce immigration on its side of the border.
Trump taps forceful ally of hard-line immigration policies to head Customs and Border Protection
Over the last few years, DraftKings (DKNG) has positioned itself as the clear leader in America’s digital gaming revolution, with its stock soaring well over 100% year-to-date towards a market capitalization of $35 billion. Despite some recent headwinds, the acceleration of sports betting legalization across the U.S. makes me highly bullish on the company’s future prospects. Don't Miss our Black Friday Offers: Unlock your investing potential with TipRanks Premium - Now At 40% OFF! Make smarter investments with weekly expert stock picks from the Smart Investor Newsletter Revenue Growth Accelerates Past Expectations I’m encouraged to see DraftKings continue its exceptional momentum, with Q3 2024 revenue surpassing $1 billion, a remarkable 39% increase from $790 million in the previous year. This rate significantly outpaces competitors in the broader gaming industry, strongly reinforcing my bullish outlook. Moreover, the company boasts some impressively robust fundamentals, with $878 million in cash and a relatively modest debt level of $1.34 billion when compared to market capitalization. This provides plenty of resources for continued expansion and support for any unseen challenges. A resilient balance sheet is one of the green flags I look for in a company looking to capitalize on new market opportunities, so I’m fairly confident that this growth story can continue. Looking ahead, DraftKings projects impressive growth for the coming year, with revenue expected to reach between $6.2-$6.6 billion, representing 27-35% growth from 2024’s guidance midpoint of $4.9 billion. User Base Expands Dramatically The platform’s popularity continues to surge, with Monthly Unique Payers (MUPs) jumping to 3.6 million, up significantly from 2.3 million last year. This 57% increase demonstrates an impressive ability to attract and retain customers. I place real value on the first-mover advantage the company has across many states, where many customers will likely stay loyal to the brand long after competition moves in, especially where the experience is enjoyable, accessible, and overwhelmingly positive. Average Revenue per Monthly Unique Payer (ARPMUP) is clearly a critical indicator for management. This has now reached $103, demonstrating the company’s ability to monetize its user base effectively. When excluding recent acquisitions, ARPMUP increased 8% year-over-year to $122, demonstrating significant improvements in the monetization of the core platform. Technology Innovation Drives Market Leadership For me, the company’s interface and user experience is unmatched. Recent recognition as the number one U.S. Mobile Sportsbook App highlights this, with the platform ranking first in key categories, including User Experience, Betting Interface, and overall Features. Management has clearly prioritized and invested heavily in product enhancement for the most popular sports on the platform, particularly in NBA betting markets, where it now develops and powers all player prop and derivative markets in-house. This opens up the potential for further analysis and greater flexibility for new product offerings. The live betting experience has also undergone significant upgrades, with new features including real-time trending bets and new ‘micro-betting’ capabilities. Users now benefit from integrated real-time scores, statistics, and enhanced live content, creating a more engaging and informed betting experience. I suspect such investments may help to cement the company as the obvious destination for sports fans going forward. Wall Street Endorses DKNG’s Growth Strategy Wall Street’s enthusiasm mirrors my own bullish stance, with analysts generally on a Strong Buy consensus based on 25 Buy ratings and only 3 Hold ratings. Furthermore, the average DKNG price target of $50.20 per share implies 15.3% upside from the current level. See more DKNG analyst ratings In addition, several prominent firms have recently raised their price targets, with TD Cowen increasing to $55 from $50 and Barclays raising to $50 from $45. Temporary Headwinds Create Opportunity I’m clearly very bullish on this one, but the share price has admittedly suffered a few bumps in the road as of late. Some recent NFL outcomes have negatively hit revenues, with the latest quarter seeing the most customer-friendly stretch in company history. For this, companies tend to look at the Hold Percentage, which shows the percentage that the company expects to retain from the total amount wagered by bettors. The company’s own analysis of NFL Hold Percentages shows that these recent results are outliers compared to the typical performance over the past two years, suggesting a likely return to normalized rates in future periods. As a result, I tend to view these as statistical anomalies rather than structural issues within the company’s betting algorithms. Such an outcome could be viewed as a positive in the long run, with increased returns boosting enthusiasm for the platform, retaining customers, and building the market further. Rising Acquisition Costs Will Likely Be Overcome Another potential headwind to keep one eye on is the competitive landscape. As many would expect from such a potentially lucrative sector, established gaming companies and new entrants are looking to capture market share. As a result, DraftKings has experienced some increases in the price of acquiring customers over the last year, potentially as the latest wave of excitement and enthusiasm for sports betting fades. However, this is likely to be experienced by all involved in the sector. Fortunately for investors, I’d expect DraftKings’ technological edge, robust balance sheet, and market leadership to position it well to overcome these challenges as these cycles inevitably continue. DraftKings Presents a Highly Compelling Opportunity From my perspective, DraftKings presents a highly compelling opportunity. Clearly, the ongoing state-by-state legalization of sports betting provides a solid stream of growth opportunities. With management demonstrating strong execution capability and rapidly improving financials, to me, DraftKings remains very well-positioned to capitalize, particularly as sports betting gains mainstream acceptance. The combination of first-mover advantage, robust user growth, and a compelling platform experience sets DraftKings aside from the competition. While some near-term volatility may persist, the company’s strong fundamentals in this market with enormous potential suggest this is definitely one to watch over the coming years. DisclosureTrump Media & Technology Group Corp DJT is drawing attention as its technical setup hints at a potential Golden Cross — a bullish signal that could spark investor excitement. Yet, the road ahead for DJT stock isn't without twists, much like the unconventional journey of its parent company. Golden Cross In Sight For DJT Stock? Chart created using Benzinga Pro DJT stock's 200-day simple moving average (SMA) sits at $33.49, while its 50-day SMA has climbed to $33.26. With DJT trading at $36.25, the 50-day SMA could soon overtake the 200-day SMA—a textbook golden cross. Historically, this signal often heralds a strong upward trend. But not so fast—short-term indicators tell a more complex story. The stock's eight-day SMA of $36.41 almost coincides with the current price, implying near-term caution, while its moving average convergence/divergence (MACD) of 1.53 and relative strength index (RSI) of 55.87 suggest moderate bullish momentum. Add in selling pressure, and you have a stock with mixed signals that might leave investors scratching their heads. Read Also: Truth Social CEO Nunes to Head Trump’s Intelligence Advisory Board Truth+ And The Trump Factor Behind DJT's market intrigue lies its parent company, Trump Media & Technology Group, blend of media and politics. The company's streaming platform, Truth+, has expanded to include 18 channels offering conservative talk shows, live news, and weather programming. With former political staffers turned hosts and a market cap of $7.6 billion, TMTG occupies a unique space where business meets politics. President-elect Donald Trump , the majority shareholder, maintains no formal role at TMTG but benefits significantly from its success. Balancing Opportunity And Risk Investors eyeing DJT for its potential golden cross may also want to weigh the risks. The stock's recent 18.28% surge over the past month highlights strong momentum, but selling pressure could curb further gains. In the end, DJT embodies the unpredictability of its namesake: bold, headline-grabbing, and anything but boring. Whether the golden cross materializes or fizzles, one thing's for sure—DJT stock is a story to watch. Read Next: Trump’s DJT Connection Drives This Lesser-Known Crypto Stock’s Nearly 3X Surge In A Month Image: Shutterstock © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Will Commence Trading on OTC Markets on Friday, December 20 Miami, FL, Dec. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Star Foods Corp., (“Blue Star,” the “Company,” “we,” “our” or “us”) (NASDAQ: BSFC ) , an integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sustainable seafood company with a focus on Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS), today announced that it received formal notice from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC that its securities will be delisted from Nasdaq. The Company has decided not to appeal its delisting determination, which was based on the Company’s violation of Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), the “Minimum Bid Price Requirement” and will begin trading on OTC Markets on Friday, December 20. John Keeler, Chairman and CEO of Blue Star Foods, commented, “this by no means has any reflection on our operations, nothing has changed and we have returned to revenue growth and our current cash position is in a very good place.” Keeler, continued, “in deciding to not appeal the Nasdaq delisting notice, we realized some positives by listing in OTC Markets: Lowers our public company costs No immediate plans for reverse split as no longer needed to comply with Nasdaq listing standards We intend to apply to list our securities on the OTCQB as soon as practicable. About Blue Star Foods Corp. (NASDAQ: BSFC ) Blue Star Foods Corp. an integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) sustainable seafood company with a focus on Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS) that processes, packages and sells high-value seafood products. The Company believes it utilizes best-in-class technology, in both resource sustainability management and traceability, and ecological packaging. The Company also owns and operates the oldest continuously operating Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) full grow-out salmon farm in North America. The company is based in Miami, Florida, and its corporate website is: https://bluestarfoods.com Forward-Looking Statements: The foregoing material may contain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, each as amended. Forward-looking statements include all statements that do not relate solely to historical or current facts, including without limitation statements regarding the Company’s product development and business prospects, and can be identified by the use of words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “project,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “should,” “continue” or the negative versions of those words or other comparable words. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future actions or performance. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and its current plans or expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could significantly affect current plans. Risks concerning the Company’s business are described in detail in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, and other periodic and current reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company is under no obligation to, and expressly disclaims any such obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Investor Contacts: investors@bluestarfoods.comThe gunman who stalked and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson fled New York City by bus, police officials told CNN on Friday. Video of the suspected shooter leaving the scene of the shooting Wednesday showed him riding a bicycle to Central Park and later taking a taxi cab to a bus depot, Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny told CNN. Here's the latest: The gunman who killed the CEO of the largest U.S. health insurer may have fled the city on a bus, New York City police officials told CNN on Friday. Video of the suspected shooter leaving the scene of the shooting Wednesday showed him riding a bicycle to Central Park and later taking a taxi cab to a bus depot, Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny told CNN. “We have reason to believe that the person in question has left New York City,” Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. The gunman who killed the CEO of the largest U.S. health insurer made sure to wear a mask during the shooting yet left a trail of evidence in view of the nation’s biggest city and its network of security cameras that have aided authorities piecing together his movements and his identity. A law enforcement official said Friday that new surveillance footage shows the suspect riding the subway and visiting establishments in Manhattan and provided more clues about his actions in the days before he ambushed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson . The gunman’s whereabouts and identity remain unknown Friday, as did the reason for Wednesday’s killing. New York City police say evidence firmly points to it being a targeted attack . ▶ Read more about the search for the gunman In many companies, investor meetings like the one UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was walking to when he was fatally shot are viewed as very risky because details on the location and who will be speaking are highly publicized. “It gives people an opportunity to arrive well in advance and take a look at the room, take a look at how people would probably come and go out of a location,” said Dave Komendat, president of DSKomendat Risk Management Services, which is based in the greater Seattle area. Some firms respond by beefing up security. For example, tech companies routinely require everyone attending a major event, such as Apple’s annual unveiling of the next iPhone or a shareholder meeting, to go through airport-style security checkpoints before entering. Others forgo in-person meetings with shareholders. ▶ Read more about how companies protect their leaders Those images include New York’s subway system, a law enforcement official said. In establishments where the person was captured on camera, he always appeared to pay with cash, the official said. The official wasn’t authorized to discuss details of the ongoing investigation and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. — Mike Balsamo Medica, a Minnesota-based nonprofit health care firm that serves 1.5 million customers in 12 states, said it’s temporarily closing all six locations. The firm has offices in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Nebraska and North Dakota, and employs about 3,000 people. Employees will work from home, Medica spokesman Greg Bury said in an email Friday. “The safety of Medica employees is our top priority and we have increased security both for all of our employees,” a statement from Medica said. “Although we have received no specific threats related to our campuses, our office buildings will be temporarily closed out of an abundance of caution.” Bury also said biographical information on the company’s executives was taken down from its website as a precaution. The insurer cited the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in its announcement about the Dec. 12 event. “All of us at Centene are deeply saddened by Brian Thompson’s death and want to express our support for all of those affected. Health insurance is a big industry and a small community; many members of the CenTeam crossed paths with Brian during their careers,” Centene CEO Sarah M. London said in a news release. “He was a person with a deep sense of empathy and clear passion for improving access to care. Our hearts are with his family and his colleagues during this difficult time.” Centene Corp. has grown in recent years to become the largest insurer in Medicaid, the state- and federally funded program that covers care for people with low incomes. Insurers manage Medicaid coverage for states, and Centene has more than 13 million people enrolled in that coverage. The insurance company also said it’s focused on ensuring the safety of employees and assisting investigators. “While our hearts are broken, we have been touched by the huge outpouring of kindness and support in the hours since this horrific crime took place,” the company said. But he said Friday that he’s confident police will arrest the shooter. “We are on the right road to apprehend him and bring him to justice,” Adams said on TV station WPIX. Later, it removed their names and biographies entirely. Police and federal agents have been collecting information from Greyhound in an attempt to identify the suspect and are working to determine whether he purchased the ticket to New York in late November, a law enforcement official said. Investigators were also trying to obtain additional information from a cellphone recovered from a pedestrian plaza through which the shooter fled. The fatal shooting of Brian Thompson while walking alone on a New York City sidewalk has put a spotlight on the widely varied approaches companies take to protect their leaders against threats. Experts say today’s political, economic and technological climate is only going to make the job of evaluating threats against executives and taking action to protect them even more difficult, experts say. Some organizations have a protective intelligence group that uses digital tools such as machine learning or artificial intelligence to comb through online comments to detect threats not only on social media platforms such as X but also on the dark web, says Komendat. They look for what’s being said about the company, its employees and its leadership to uncover risks. ▶ Read more about the steps companies take to protect their leadership Police said Thursday they found a water bottle and protein bar wrapper from a trash can near the scene of the ambush and think the suspect bought them from a Starbucks minutes before the shooting. The items were being tested by the city’s medical examiner.
Not Purdy: 49ers hit Green Bay with backup QB, no BosaThe gunman who stalked and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson fled New York City by bus, police officials told CNN on Friday. Video of the suspected shooter leaving the scene of the shooting Wednesday showed him riding a bicycle to Central Park and later taking a taxi cab to a bus depot, Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny told CNN. Here's the latest: Police believe gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare CEO has left New York City The gunman who killed the CEO of the largest U.S. health insurer may have fled the city on a bus, New York City police officials told CNN on Friday. People are also reading... Video of the suspected shooter leaving the scene of the shooting Wednesday showed him riding a bicycle to Central Park and later taking a taxi cab to a bus depot, Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny told CNN. “We have reason to believe that the person in question has left New York City,” Commissioner Jessica Tisch said. Gunman’s steps after killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO give police new clues The gunman who killed the CEO of the largest U.S. health insurer made sure to wear a mask during the shooting yet left a trail of evidence in view of the nation’s biggest city and its network of security cameras that have aided authorities piecing together his movements and his identity. A law enforcement official said Friday that new surveillance footage shows the suspect riding the subway and visiting establishments in Manhattan and provided more clues about his actions in the days before he ambushed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson . The gunman’s whereabouts and identity remain unknown Friday, as did the reason for Wednesday’s killing. New York City police say evidence firmly points to it being a targeted attack . ▶ Read more about the search for the gunman For many companies, investor meetings are seen as a risk In many companies, investor meetings like the one UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was walking to when he was fatally shot are viewed as very risky because details on the location and who will be speaking are highly publicized. “It gives people an opportunity to arrive well in advance and take a look at the room, take a look at how people would probably come and go out of a location,” said Dave Komendat, president of DSKomendat Risk Management Services, which is based in the greater Seattle area. Some firms respond by beefing up security. For example, tech companies routinely require everyone attending a major event, such as Apple’s annual unveiling of the next iPhone or a shareholder meeting, to go through airport-style security checkpoints before entering. Others forgo in-person meetings with shareholders. ▶ Read more about how companies protect their leaders Police have obtained other surveillance images of the person wanted for questioning Those images include New York’s subway system, a law enforcement official said. In establishments where the person was captured on camera, he always appeared to pay with cash, the official said. The official wasn’t authorized to discuss details of the ongoing investigation and spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. — Mike Balsamo Another health insurer taking precautions after the shooting Medica, a Minnesota-based nonprofit health care firm that serves 1.5 million customers in 12 states, said it’s temporarily closing all six locations. The firm has offices in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Nebraska and North Dakota, and employs about 3,000 people. Employees will work from home, Medica spokesman Greg Bury said in an email Friday. “The safety of Medica employees is our top priority and we have increased security both for all of our employees,” a statement from Medica said. “Although we have received no specific threats related to our campuses, our office buildings will be temporarily closed out of an abundance of caution.” Bury also said biographical information on the company’s executives was taken down from its website as a precaution. Government health insurance provider Centene Corp. says its Investor Day will now be virtual The insurer cited the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in its announcement about the Dec. 12 event. “All of us at Centene are deeply saddened by Brian Thompson’s death and want to express our support for all of those affected. Health insurance is a big industry and a small community; many members of the CenTeam crossed paths with Brian during their careers,” Centene CEO Sarah M. London said in a news release. “He was a person with a deep sense of empathy and clear passion for improving access to care. Our hearts are with his family and his colleagues during this difficult time.” Centene Corp. has grown in recent years to become the largest insurer in Medicaid, the state- and federally funded program that covers care for people with low incomes. Insurers manage Medicaid coverage for states, and Centene has more than 13 million people enrolled in that coverage. UnitedHealth Group says it’s focused on supporting Brian Thompson’s family The insurance company also said it’s focused on ensuring the safety of employees and assisting investigators. “While our hearts are broken, we have been touched by the huge outpouring of kindness and support in the hours since this horrific crime took place,” the company said. NY Mayor Eric Adams provided no new information on investigation’s progress during interviews But he said Friday that he’s confident police will arrest the shooter. “We are on the right road to apprehend him and bring him to justice,” Adams said on TV station WPIX. Hours after the shooting, UnitedHealthcare removed photographs of its executives from its website Later, it removed their names and biographies entirely. Investigators believe the suspect may have traveled to NY last month on a bus that originated in Atlanta Police and federal agents have been collecting information from Greyhound in an attempt to identify the suspect and are working to determine whether he purchased the ticket to New York in late November, a law enforcement official said. Investigators were also trying to obtain additional information from a cellphone recovered from a pedestrian plaza through which the shooter fled. Killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO spotlights complex challenge companies face in protecting top brass The fatal shooting of Brian Thompson while walking alone on a New York City sidewalk has put a spotlight on the widely varied approaches companies take to protect their leaders against threats. Experts say today’s political, economic and technological climate is only going to make the job of evaluating threats against executives and taking action to protect them even more difficult, experts say. Some organizations have a protective intelligence group that uses digital tools such as machine learning or artificial intelligence to comb through online comments to detect threats not only on social media platforms such as X but also on the dark web, says Komendat. They look for what’s being said about the company, its employees and its leadership to uncover risks. ▶ Read more about the steps companies take to protect their leadership Police test DNA and fingerprints on discarded bottle as they hunt for UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killer Police said Thursday they found a water bottle and protein bar wrapper from a trash can near the scene of the ambush and think the suspect bought them from a Starbucks minutes before the shooting. The items were being tested by the city’s medical examiner. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Get local news delivered to your inbox! Subscribe to our Daily Headlines newsletter.