The Interview Opens, Threats Fail to Materialize

The video covers the release of a Seth Rogen comedy that led to cyberattacks linked to North Korea, and further discusses cyberattacks on Xbox Live and PlayStation Network by the Lizard Squad. It highlights a lawsuit against Credit Suisse for mortgage fraud, Putin's directive to keep vacations short amid Russia's economic crisis, and the positive growth in US holiday sales driven by strong economic indicators.

What was the main reason for the cyberattack linked to North Korea?

• A new video game release

• A financial scandal

• A fictional movie plot

• A political speech

Which group claimed responsibility for the cyberattacks on gaming networks?

• Anonymous

• Lizard Squad

• Cyber Warriors

• Digital Pirates

What is Credit Suisse accused of in the lawsuit by New York's Attorney General?

• Tax evasion

• Fraud related to mortgage-backed securities

• Insider trading

• Money laundering

What advice did Vladimir Putin give to his government during the economic crisis?

• Focus on technology

• Keep vacations short

• Take longer vacations

• Increase foreign investments

What contributed to the strong holiday sales growth in the U.S.?

• Increased consumer confidence

• Decreased consumer spending

• High unemployment rates

• Weak economic readings