Hacking, but Legal

Jan 1, 2024 | hackingbutlegal.com | Jackie Singh

Disinformation is a phenomenon which is not merely an Internet byproduct, but a weaponized form of information warfare. Disinfo involves the deliberate creation and dissemination of false or misleading information and is designed to deceive, manipulate public opinion, or obscure the truth. This issue has become a critical concern, particularly in the realms of politics, public health, and social discourse, where the impact of false information can have far-reaching consequences.

Dec 1, 2023 | hackingbutlegal.com | Jackie Singh

A recent article published in Mother Jones titled "How Telegram Became the Center of the Internet" concerns me over its unfairly flattering portrayal of the social media company and platform Telegram. While the author acknowledges the platform’s unmoderated nature has made it a haven for criminals, extremists, and foreign actors seeking to spread disinformation and propaganda, the article fails to adequately address Telegram's lax moderation policies.

Nov 29, 2023 | hackingbutlegal.com | Jackie Singh

In the world of high-stakes cybersecurity, especially within the walls of Fortune-ranked companies, the game changes drastically as you climb the ranks. I’ve seen it first hand. Starting off, you’re likely to be in the trenches and in the weeds, consumed with the daily hands-on work of threat detection and digital forensics, identifying malicious or risky behavior, and finding effective ways to manage it for your organization.

Nov 24, 2023 | hackingbutlegal.com | Jackie Singh

I'd like to express my gratitude to those who recently subscribed to my blog. Your support not only fuels the resources necessary for my investigations but also bolsters my resolve to pursue important public interest work. For those who stumbled upon my blog not through an email but perhaps after encountering a vitriolic tweet from someone who appears to bear animosity towards me and felt compelled to look me up, here's a bit of context.

Nov 20, 2023 | hackingbutlegal.com | Jackie Singh

In a turn of events that has violently jolted the tech industry, Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, was abruptly ousted by its board of directors on the evening of Friday, November 17th. The move sparked a deluge of speculation and theories on both social and traditional media attempting to demystify the reasons behind this shift at the top of a pioneering A.I. juggernaut. OpenAI is now at a crucial juncture with Altman’s departure.