What you need to know
- A former Microsoft employee is accused of stealing millions of dollars worth of digital currency.
- The accused helped test Microsoft's online retail sales platform.
- Prosecutors say the accused was fired in June 2018.
Volodymyr Kvashuk, a former Microsoft employee, has been charged regarding an investigation into a scheme to steal $10 million worth of digital currency (via AP). Kvashuk is 25 years old, and according to the U.S. attorney's office helped test Microsoft's online retail sales platform.
Kvashuk is accused of stealing gift cards and other forms of digital currency which could be redeemed for Microsoft products and reselling those products on the internet. He allegedly used the proceeds to purchase a $160,000 Tesla vehicle and a $1.7 million lakefront home.
Kvashuk was fired in June 2018 according to prosecutors after the scheme was discovered. He allegedly transferred $2.8 million into his bank accounts during the seven months he was active.
Portable (and affordable) power accessories we love
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VisionTek 8,000 mAh micro-USB power bank ($13 at Dell)
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Panasonic eneloop AA batteries (From $13 at Dell)
Panasonic's rechargeable batteries are among the best available, and just a couple of them will keep your favorite remote, mice or other peripherals powered up when you need them. They're also eco. And the company's affordable charger fits and charges both AA and AAA batteries at the same time.
Belkin Qi Wireless Charging Pad ($30 at Dell)
This unobtrusive Qi wireless charging pad looks good (and kind of like a UFO …) and easily charges all your Qi-compatible device up to 5W. Its LED indicator lights up when you're charging. And it costs just $30.
