What Happened
Government Agencies Fall Prey To Deceptive Business Practices
The US government reportedly purchased $2 million worth of software from a Russian developer, with agencies including the Department of Defense, Secret Service, and Department of Homeland Security buying the software. Two executives of Virginia-based Oxygen Forensics have been accused of hiding the company’s true origins and ownership while selling its products, according to federal prosecutors. The incident has raised concerns about company ownership, transparency, and possible national security risks, as reported by The New York Times.