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Puppet Master: The Rogue State Hacker from 'Ghost in the Shell'
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In the narrative set in 2030, a hacker known as the Puppet Master infiltrates cyber-brains and network terminals, causing widespread chaos. This character is revealed to be a creation of Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, representing a government-backed advanced persistent threat (APT). The Puppet Master ultimately goes rogue, leading to significant cybersecurity implications.
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