Hackers targeted crosswalk systems in California's tech hubs, replacing audio prompts with AI-generated voices mocking Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. The compromised crosswalks in Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Redwood City broadcast satirical messages, prompting officials to temporarily disable the voice announcement feature while investigating the breach that affected 12 crosswalks.
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