David Ruiz

David Ruiz is a pro-privacy, pro-security writer with a background in journalism, advocacy, and cybersecurity defense. He has experience at organizations such as the Electronic Frontier Foundation and currently serves as a Senior Threat Content Writer focusing on online privacy at Malwarebytes. Ruiz holds a Masters of Communication in Journalism from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture with a Minor in English from the University of California, Berkeley. His work has been featured on various platforms including KQED, SFGate.com, and law school websites, and he has been interviewed by Buzzfeed News, The Huffington Post, and other notable publications. Additionally, Ruiz is the host of the podcast Death Knell, where he interviews individuals navigating the grieving process.

David Ruiz's professional journey includes roles as a legal affairs and business journalist for American Lawyer Media and The Daily Journal. At the Electronic Frontier Foundation, he worked on public-facing campaigns addressing NSA surveillance, encryption, and legislative advocacy. He engaged with Congress members, collaborated with non-profits, and represented EFF's stance on pertinent issues. Ruiz's dedication to educating on digital privacy extended to giving presentations at schools and engaging with students on political activism.

David Ruiz's academic background and diverse experiences have equipped him with a unique perspective in the realms of journalism, advocacy, and cybersecurity. His transition from journalism to activism and subsequently cybersecurity defense demonstrates a multidimensional approach to addressing critical issues in the digital landscape.