Craigslist founder on his $100M pledge to fight cyberattacks on US
What have been some of Craigslist founder Craig Newmark's big focuses since creating the iconic early-internet site? Veterans, journalism, and cybersecurity. Yahoo Finance Executive Editor Brian Sozzi spoke with the web pioneer about top cybersecurity concerns, specifically ransomware attacks on infrastructure like water supply and treatment facilities, as well as electric providers. "The big guys, FBI and I think Homeland Security, have testified to Congress that our infrastructure is already under attack. We need to do something," Newmark explains. And Newmark already is doing something, having earmarked $100 million to help defend the country’s critical infrastructure. For full episodes of Opening Bid, watch on our website or listen on your favorite podcast platform. This post was written by Rachael Lewis-Krisky, producer for Opening Bid.
