The TechBeat: Cybersecurity Is a Scam—And You’re Buying It (3/3/2025)

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Ticked Off: A Dark Web Researcher's Perspective on TikTok's Controversy

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Cybersecurity Is a Scam—And You’re Buying It

By @jillian-godsil [ 4 Min read ] Cybersecurity is a multi-billion-dollar industry, yet breaches are more rampant than ever. Read More. 🧑‍💻 What happened in your world this week? It's been said that writing can help consolidate technical knowledge, establish credibility, and contribute to emerging community standards. Feeling stuck? We got you covered ⬇️⬇️⬇️ ANSWER THESE GREATEST INTERVIEW QUESTIONS OF ALL TIME We hope you enjoy this worth of free reading material. Feel free to forward this email to a nerdy friend who'll love you for it. See you on Planet Internet! With love, The HackerNoon Team ✌️