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Election Security in Focus as Dominion Voting Systems Acquired by Republican Operative

Dominion Voting Systems has been purchased by a former Republican operative who plans to rebrand the company as Liberty Vote. The acquisition raises questions about election security and domestic manufacturing commitments as the company services 27 states.

Major Voting Machine Company Changes Hands

Election integrity advocates are assessing potential impacts following the acquisition of Dominion Voting Systems by Scott Leiendecker, founder and CEO of Knowink, according to recent reports. Leiendecker, a former Republican Party operative and election director in Missouri, plans to rebrand the company as Liberty Vote in what sources describe as a “bold and historic move to transform and improve election integrity in America.”

BusinessTechnology

Apple TV and Peacock Announce Joint Streaming Package with Significant Consumer Discounts

Apple and NBCUniversal are joining forces with a new streaming bundle that merges Apple TV+’s acclaimed originals with Peacock’s extensive content library. The partnership, reportedly launching October 20, 2025, offers substantial savings compared to separate subscriptions. Subscribers will gain access to hit shows from both platforms alongside preview episodes to enhance content discovery.

Major Streaming Bundle Launch

In a significant move within the streaming media landscape, Apple TV+ and Peacock are reportedly preparing to launch a combined subscription package starting October 20, 2025, according to industry reports. Sources indicate the bundle will merge Apple’s premium original content with NBCUniversal’s extensive television catalog, live sports, and news programming, creating a comprehensive entertainment offering for U.S. subscribers.