noun
- plural of hacktivism; the use of hacking or computer-based techniques to promote a political or social cause or to protest against an organization or government
Usage: informal; often used in discussions of cybersecurity, activism, and digital protest
Examples
- Various hacktivisms have targeted corporate websites to raise awareness about environmental issues.
- The documentary explored different forms of hacktivisms used by activist groups worldwide.
- Law enforcement agencies monitor hacktivisms that aim to disrupt government systems.
- Some argue that hacktivisms represent a new form of civil disobedience in the digital age.
- The rise of hacktivisms has sparked debates about cybersecurity and free speech.