In 2023, approximately $1.5 billion from court settlements against opioid manufacturers and distributors has been allocated to address addiction in local and state governments in the US. However, there is criticism over lack of transparency in spending and the possibility of funds being used for purposes not directly linked to the crisis. Lawmakers are urging the Biden administration to closely monitor the expenditure of the opioid settlement fund.

Rest, AustralianSuper Among Funds Hit By Cyberattack
Australia’s largest superannuation funds, including AustralianSuper, REST, Australian Retirement Trust, and Hostplus, have suffered from a coordinated cyber attack, with around 8,000 accounts breached. Hackers