THE National Security Agency (NSA) is hosting a unique reunion for alumni of its secretive hacking unit, Tailored Access Operations (TAO), at Fort Meade, Maryland. This event marks the unit’s recent rebranding and is aimed at re-engaging former members. The gathering is part of the NSA's broader effort to build public trust and transparency, highlighted by the establishment of a Cybersecurity Directorate in 2019 and the launch of a podcast in 2024 featuring former officers discussing their experiences. This approach signifies a shift from the agency’s historically secretive nature.
NSA hosts reunion for former TAO hackers amid transparency push
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