# Cybersecurity: The New Cornerstone of Personal Finance Protecting against cybercrime has become as crucial as budget planning. - **Source:** [Oblivious Investor](https://brifing.si/source/a281d686-d7f8-4fce-8116-129658e64e66) - **Published:** 2026-07-20 - **Topic:** [Finance](https://brifing.si/c/finance) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/c4f3580e-0020-497e-aa4d-156b8d4e2bbb ## Surge in Cybercrime In the US, annual losses from cybercrime for individuals over 60 grew at a 39% compound annual rate over the past decade. This growth rate matches NVIDIA's revenue expansion during the same period, showing cybercrime is growing as fast as tech giants. ## The Missing Link in Financial Planning Traditional personal finance advice often limits itself to credit freezes and scam descriptions. However, the 'don't fall for scams' approach is a flawed security policy that requires perfect decision-making for life. ## Certified Expertise The author mentions obtaining cybersecurity certifications to better understand the field. He's currently seeking collaboration with cybersecurity professionals who could serve as technical editors. ## Parallels with Insurance Planning Like dangerous gaps in insurance coverage, cybersecurity vulnerabilities often stem from lack of awareness rather than conscious choices. Leaving decades of savings unprotected makes no financial sense. ## Upcoming Book Project The author's work-in-progress book 'A CPA's Guide to Cybersecurity' aims to provide readers with comprehensive protection strategies that go beyond basic preventive measures. ## Time for Holistic Approach Cybersecurity has become an integral part of personal finance. Like retirement planning or insurance, it requires regular review and professional support as a critical life-long protection strategy. ## Sources covering this story - https://obliviousinvestor.com/financial-planning-roundup-help-wanted-technical-editor/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._