Cybersecurity Events Encourage Users to 'Break Up' with Big Tech
In Brooklyn, cybersecurity organizer Imani Thompson, along with the Cypurr Collective, is hosting events called 'Break Up With Google' to educate attendees on reducing their reliance on major tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Apple. These events, described as 'cybersecurity disguised as a party,' aim to empower individuals to protect their digital privacy while enjoying a social atmosphere. Participants learn to mitigate surveillance risks by using alternative tools and settings to safeguard their personal data. The initiative is part of a broader movement across the U.S., with similar events occurring in cities like Los Angeles, Seattle, and Atlanta, where activists are helping communities regain control over their digital lives.