Hello, followers! Today we dive into how cybersecurity has transformed from a niche into a booming industry. Over the past three decades, it’s gone from obscurity to a billion-dollar industry full of hackers, companies, and high-profile hacks.

Cybersecurity’s journey kicked off as a specialized area within computer science but quickly grew into a major global field. Major breaches like Sony’s 2015 hack, the 2016 US election interference, the Colonial Pipeline ransomware, and ongoing Chinese government cyber activities have catapulted cybersecurity into the mainstream consciousness.

This surge in prominence has made hacking and cybersecurity topics part of pop culture, seen in shows like Mr. Robot and movies about cyber espionage. Books have played a key role, blending fiction and reality, to tell stories of hacking, espionage, and digital warfare. These books serve as essential reads for both enthusiasts and the general public, offering insights into this high-stakes world.