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#266 – Nicole Perlroth: Cybersecurity and the Weapons of Cyberwar

Lex Fridman Podcast

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Surveillance, Ethics, and Cybersecurity

This chapter explores the duality of intelligence agencies like the NSA and CIA, debating their roles as protectors versus potential threats to society. It focuses on the moral implications of surveillance practices, particularly in contrasting Western methodologies with those in authoritarian regimes. The speaker shares personal reflections on cybersecurity, journalism, and the significant ethical dilemmas faced in an era of pervasive digital threats.

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