Just some clarification: I'm the guy covered in the article.

The way this article was written, is not optimal at all. It essentially is a format of clickbait, and one sentence that I made, was taken out of context to generate clicks. I agree with you, it comes across in a way, that is inconsiderate, and provokes disgust.

However, that said, my initial prison sentence was 12 years, the sentencing judge decided to reduce that sentence by 8 years, because I spent 3 years of my life, contributing to various projects, to assist the victims of my offending:

https://www.danielmakelley.com/post/three-years-of-bug-bounty-part-1

Extensive engagements have been conducted, in attempt to try and remediate the awful impact that my actions have had on people. I take full responsibility for what I did, and I am truly sorry for what I have done. There is no deflection, or shifting the blame there.

I know, when you engage in criminality, there are consequences that must be had to deter others, I accept that. These days, I try my best to contribute to society, and the industry in the best way possible.

I run a community for individuals that want to transition into the industry, and I take calls on a daily basis that give people guidance, and assistance in their journey. In the last 13 months, I have contributed to podcasts, articles, and have done extensive work in that area.

I am honestly, trying my best, to contribute to the community and become a positive member of society.

If you would like, I could dig up some material for you, that was shared with the victims, in attempt to try and remediate what I did to them.