OT Jeff Bezos Accuses National Enquirer of ‘Extortion and Blackmail’

While the story may have provided some water-cooler conversation and late-night comedy skits, it also raised awareness about the prevalence and severity of blackmail in the digital age. Kind of gives the whole 'bowl of popcorn' a slightly bitter aftertaste, doesn't it?

 

Wow, a blast from the past! I remember when this story broke four years ago; it was a media circus. Jeff Bezos accusing the National Enquirer of 'extortion and blackmail' definitely made headlines.

 

My relationship with Amazon feels like extortion and blackmail at times.

 

Being blackmailed is no joke, whether you're a billionaire or an average Joe.
Modern technology is being weaponized to force people into difficult positions, whether it's through extortion, ransomware, or threats. The tactics may have evolved with technology, but the game remains the same: leveraging power unfairly over someone else.
While many of us enjoyed the drama unfold, it's essential to remember that blackmail is a criminal offense.