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The video covers recent tech news, focusing on US investigators recovering most of the ransom paid to hackers who targeted the Colonial pipeline. The recovery involved seizing Bitcoin worth $2.3 million, causing a 7% drop in its value. Additionally, a ransomware attack has disrupted a software provider for congressional offices, affecting a digital newsletter system used by 60 representatives. Officials are working to ensure no further systems are compromised. The video concludes with information on accessing more news from Newsy.

What is the purpose of the new US counter ransomware task force mentioned in the text?

• To recover stolen funds

• To prevent future attacks

• To investigate hackers

• All of the above

What measures are officials taking to ensure the security of the House of Representatives' computer systems?

• Working with the software vendor

• Implementing new software

• Increasing funding

• Hiring more staff