cybersecurity
Americannoun
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precautions taken to guard against crime that involves the internet, especially unauthorized access to computer systems and data connected to the internet.
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the state of being protected against such crime.
noun
Etymology
Origin of cybersecurity
First recorded in 1985–90; cyber- ( def. ) + security ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Shares of identity-management company Okta are up 27.8% on Friday following an earnings beat, part of a broader trend of cybersecurity stocks benefiting from AI as the technology increases the need for security platforms.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
“The whole data ecosystem, data infrastructure ecosystem and cybersecurity together are phenomenal thematic opportunities to play the AI cycle.”
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
Just look at customer-relationship management giant Salesforce or cybersecurity company Zscaler, both of which delivered underwhelming figures despite making multiple AI-related acquisitions in the hope of riding the trend.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
A former cybersecurity expert, he came across videos of people intentionally frustrating scammers online a few years ago and immediately understood the appeal.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
Other cities have ended their relationships with Flock Safety over its ties to the federal government and concerns about cybersecurity and privacy.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
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