The hacker community is anticipating a busy year in 2023, with potential changes in the crime ecosystem, including fewer companies paying ransoms and more emphasis on unique vulnerabilities. There will likely be an increased focus on AI and machine learning in cybersecurity, as well as more sophisticated attacks. Bug bounty programs are expected to continue growing and becoming mainstream for larger organizations, while defense-in-depth remains a crucial security solution. The use of AI technologies is also predicted to increase in the bug bounty process, automating tasks such as code analysis and report triage. Overall, 2023 promises to be an exciting year with new challenges and opportunities for hackers and cybersecurity professionals alike.