The U.S. doesn’t have enough cybersecurity experts
May 13, 2021

The U.S. doesn’t have enough cybersecurity experts

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As fallout from the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack continues, demand is growing for cybersecurity experts. But there aren't enough to go around. Plus, you can no longer buy a Tesla with Bitcoin. And, fierce competition among real estate brokerages in this hot housing market.

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Colonial Pipeline shutdown highlights need for more cybersecurity professionals

May 13, 2021
By one estimate, the U.S. needs at least 360,000 more cybersecurity professionals.
As these kinds of cyberattacks are becoming more common, demand is growing for cybersecurity experts.
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Concerned about fossil fuel use, Tesla will stop accepting Bitcoin for car payments

May 13, 2021
"We could have told him about Bitcoin and energy use. Why has Musk changed his mind now?"
Tesla CEO Elon Musk tweeted the news on Wednesday, citing environmental concerns.
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It's a buyer's market for real estate businesses

May 13, 2021
Would-be homeowners aren't the only ones in the market for some new property.
Big brokerages, like Compass and Realogy, have been on a tear to to buy up their competitors, along with their agents, and expand their range of business.
Chris Delmas/AFP via Getty Images

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Citations Mildlife

The team

Victoria Craig Host, BBC
Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC
Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC
Daniel Shin Producer
Jay Siebold Technical Director
Brian Allison Engineer
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Rose Conlon Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer