Re:Hacker in Snowflake Extortions May Be a U.S. Soldier
by gostsamo on Wednesday November 27, 2024 @07:48AM
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This FAANG stuff is coming a bit from left field here. I have my thoughts on their involvement with the US government, but I cannot testify if those thoughts are the same for any other tech person on this platform. Lots of other stuff to say, but generally, I tend to apply the same mental tools to everyone. You should ask everyone else for their opinions individually though.
Re:Hacker in Snowflake Extortions May Be a U.S. Soldier
by cherryteastain on Wednesday November 27, 2024 @06:55AM
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We already have direct evidence through Snowden leaks that US big tech corps are US intelligence assets.
Re:Hacker in Snowflake Extortions May Be a U.S. Soldier
by Y_Y on Wednesday November 27, 2024 @11:37AM
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Personally my prior is that companies are always trying to manipulate you, and people only sometimes. On the other hand it can be easier to get away with false statements when you don't have a large audience and deep pockets.
Or does it not apply to corporations? What's the distinction, if so? It certainly seems common to not to apply it to corporations.
Not sniping here, I actually think this is solid logic, maybe with some exceptions but generally applicable. I feel like it's so commonly and happily not applied when it comes to the above companies (and others) that I find it stunning to see it stated so clearly here.