National Public Data (NPD), a data broker that collects information used in background checks, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy following a significant data breach. A hacker stole a database alleged to contain data from 2.9 billion individuals, leading to class action lawsuits and state and federal government investigations. With limited assets and considerable liability, NPD is unlikely to stay in business.

Alzheimer’s treatment: What’s next beyond amyloid?
In the face of rising global Alzheimer’s rates, a broader range of approaches towards finding a cure is in motion. Apart from the traditional approach