Surge in Dark Web Job Market Attracts Diverse Talent Amid Economic Shifts

Surge in Dark Web Job Market Attracts Diverse Talent Amid Economic Shifts

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The dark web job market has seen significant changes since 2022, with a two-fold increase in job postings and résumés in early 2024 compared to the previous year. By 2025, résumés outnumber job vacancies by 55% to 45%, influenced by global layoffs and a younger demographic, with a median job seeker age of 24. This trend highlights the evolving landscape of recruitment in underground forums.