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unauthorized

[uhn-aw-thuh-rahyzd] / ʌnˈɔ θəˌraɪzd /


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The Electronic Communications Privacy Act’s Wiretap Act prohibits unauthorized interception of wire, oral and electronic communications.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

American AI developer Anthropic said Tuesday it was investigating unauthorized access to Mythos, its powerful model which the company itself worries could be a boon for hackers.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

New York seeks fines of three times companies’ profits in the state, customer restitution, and $100,000 penalties per unauthorized wagering offer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

“On Monday, March 16, Metro proactively limited employee access to many internal administrative computer systems after the agency’s security team discovered unauthorized activity,” an agency spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

“First grievance, unauthorized use of sympathy. What is the proper discipline for this, Master Archivist?”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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