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Crypto is the dominant form of payment demanded in these attacks because it enables cybercriminals to receive money anonymously and quickly transfer their illicit gains overseas.

The cancellation was “not normal at all,” said a CDC staff member who spoke anonymously for fear of reprisal with layoffs looming.

Rather, they were penned anonymously decades after his death, likely by disciples of his teachings who’d never actually met him but wanted to spread the word.

More than 300 associates have anonymously signed the letter since it went live about a week ago, Politico reported.

It added: "We appreciate employees who raise their voice, and we have systems in place to encourage them to speak up confidentially or anonymously."