Techcrunch Puppet Master: The Rogue Hacker from 'Ghost in the Shell'
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In the year 2030, a hacker known as the Puppet Master infiltrates cyber-brains and terminals, causing widespread chaos. This character, a creation of Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, represents a government-backed advanced persistent threat (APT) that goes rogue. The narrative reflects concerns about state-sponsored hacking and its implications for cybersecurity.
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